
R&D Product Development Senior Associate, Europe Potato Chips/Tortilla Chips
Racheal
Business
Placement (10 Months+)

PepsiCo
View company profileWhat is your role?
I am an R&D product developer working on potato crisps and tortilla chips, focusing on well-loved brands like Walkers and Doritos. The projects I work on cover areas such as quality, innovation, and reformulating recipes. I have been at PepsiCo for 2 years now—one of those years was during a placement year between my 2nd and 3rd years of university. I am an expat from Singapore and came to the UK to pursue my undergraduate studies in Food Science with Business at the University of Reading. I enjoy hiking and love living close to the Peak District! Tell us about your experience at PepsiCo. PepsiCo embraces diversity and offers opportunities to work with people from various backgrounds. It’s a dynamic environment where no two days are alike. Whether I’m in meetings with marketing or conducting experiments in a factory, the work is always engaging. As an expat, it’s been wonderful to be part of an inclusive community where differences are celebrated. I’ve even joined the PepsiCo Asian Network, where we celebrate cultural events like Chinese New Year and Diwali.
Can you share your tips for someone who would like to apply?
Research the company thoroughly and think about how your skills can contribute to its various areas of work. Also, focus on building a diverse network and honing your communication skills to succeed in a collaborative environment.
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