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US Trainee Program – R&D
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Job Description
2027 US Trainee Program- R&D | Kraft Heinz
The Tone:
This is a ten-month full-time trainee program at Kraft Heinz, focused on Research & Development, with a hybrid work model primarily based in Glenview, IL, including a required project rotation at a field location. Kraft Heinz is a global food company on a mission to disrupt and lead the future of food and beverage. This role is designed to grow future leaders who will drive innovation, strengthen quality, and collaborate across the business to grow the company’s iconic brands and build their own legacy.
The TL;DR
• Role: Trainee Program
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid, Glenview, IL
• Pay: $80000 yearly
• Mission: Propel beloved brands forward by designing and executing product testing, driving innovation, developing packaging improvements, and advancing ESG priorities while exploring emerging opportunities with Gen Z audiences.
What You’ll Actually Do
• Program Immersion: Participate in two-to-four weeks of immersive onboarding to learn the business end-to-end and prepare to drive impact.
• Project Rotations: Complete two 4-month project rotations to bring creative solutions across the business.
• Product Development: Design and execute product testing to strengthen quality and advance processing technology.
• Innovation & Sustainability: Drive product and packaging innovation, and advance ESG, nutrition, and packaging sustainability initiatives.
• Leadership & Development: Engage in leadership development, meet with senior executives, and receive mentorship to grow as a leader and cultural ambassador.
The Must-Haves
• Background: Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree with anticipated graduation between November 1, 2026, and June 30, 2027, for this entry-level program.
• Experience: No prior professional experience is required, as this program is designed for recent graduates.
• Skills: Demonstrate innovative thinking, problem-solving abilities, a willingness to challenge the status quo, and the capability to simplify complex concepts.
