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Trainee Program

The Kraft Heinz Company

The Kraft Heinz Company

Trainee Program

Chicago, IL
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    As one of the world’s largest food and beverage companies, we are proud to spark joy around mealtimes with a global portfolio of more than 200 brands. Some are iconic master brands like Heinz, Kraft and Planters. Others are fast growing new sensations that defy status quo like DEVOUR and Primal Kitchen. No matter the brand, we are united under one vision To Be the Best Food Company, Growing a Better World. Bringing this vision to life are our 36,000+ teammates around the world, making food people love.

    Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership and commitment with Rise Against Hunger. And we also stand committed to sustainability, and the health of our planet and its people.

    Every day, we are transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you’re passionate like us -- and ready to create the future, build on a storied legacy, and participate as a conscientious global citizen -- there’s one thing to do join us.

    ##Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy and Collaboration

    We’re not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. It all comes down to the way we empower our people to own their work. It’s true Our employees are our competitive advantage.

    As part of the Kraft Heinz family you’re supported to grow and achieve. You’re recognized and rewarded for outstanding performance at every level. You’re given the opportunity to leave your mark and build legacies. But you won’t do it alone. This is where our values and teamwork thrives and collaborative spirit fuels every day.

    ##Description & Requirements

    As one of the world’s largest food and beverage companies- we spark joy around mealtime with more than 200 brands created and loved globally. You know the icons like Heinz- Kraft and Planters. And you’ll hear the buzz about breakthrough sensations like DEVOUR and Primal Kitchen. No matter the brand- we unite under one vision: To Be the Best Food Company- Growing a Better World. Bringing that vision to life are our 36-000-plus teammates around the world- who make not just food but a real impact. Together- we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. And we stand committed to sustainability- and the health of our planet and its people.

    Every day- we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you’re passionate like us — and ready to shape the future — there’s one thing to do: Join us.

    ##Why us?

    We’re not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. Create not just food but cultural moments. It all comes down to the way we empower our people to own their work. Our employees are our competitive advantage. As part of the Kraft Heinz family you’re supported to grow and achieve. Be recognized and rewarded for outstanding performance at every level. Seize the opportunity to leave your mark and build legacies. Count on others to live our values alongside you. This is where teamwork thrives and collaborative spirit fuels every day.

    ##Bring your appetite for more.

    As a Kraft Heinz Trainee- you are hand selected and sponsored by our US Executive Leadership team. This 10-month immersive program will develop you into a future leader of our company. The program is designed for top talent who seek a performance based culture that is built on meritocracy- ambition- hard-work- and passion.

    During your 10-month program you will join a class of other ambitious Trainees to learn directly from Kraft Heinz leaders- travel to all areas of our organization to see exactly how the Mac and Cheese get made- and have multiple opportunities to work directly in our business. As a Kraft Heinz Trainee you will be adding value as a full-time employee from day one- doing real work- and delivering real results.

    At the conclusion of the 10 month program- Kraft Heinz Trainees will be placed into functions across our company where they can add immediate value.

    The Kraft Heinz Trainee Program is divided into 4 function-specific tracks from which you can launch your career journey at Kraft Heinz. These tracks are designed to guide placement following the program.

    • Marketing / Sales Track - you could be a part of Brand Management- Category Management- Shopper Marketing- Retail Sales- Innovation- & Consumer Insights
    • Operations / Manufacturing Track – you could work in Procurement- Supply Chain- Logistics- S&OP- Quality- Food Safety- Engineering- and Manufacturing
    • Corporate – you could make an impact in Finance- Accounting- Revenue Management (Pricing)- People & Performance- & Learning & Development
    • R&D/Quality Track – including Quality- Food Science- Engineering- Research & Development- and Packaging
  • Qualifications

    You should join us at or table if:

    • You have an excitement for setting and delivering against personal goals and massively over-delivering
    • You bring positive energy to every interaction and project
    • Being hungry- yet humble comes naturally
    • Working hard and being driven is what has gotten you where you are
    • Your goal is to join a company with a culture of learning and growth
    • You are pursuing a Bachelor’s degree and are a graduating Senior eligible to start in Summer 2021

    Interested in hearing directly from our Trainees?

    Visit https://kraftheinztalentblog.com/

    To apply- please also submit your application to our Kraft Heinz job portal.

    When applying- be sure to include your School- Major- and GPA.

    Equal Opportunity Employer–minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity

  • Industry
    Food and Beverages
  • About Us

    Kraft Heinz is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world with operations in more than 40 countries around the world. Kraft Heinz makes some of your favorite products from Kraft Mac and Cheese, to Bagel Bites, and of course Heinz Ketchup!