2026 US Trainee Program

Job Description

The Kraft Heinz Trainee Program is designed to grow the future leaders of Kraft Heinz. This program is for high-performing, ambitious, and creative individuals who are ready to lead the future of food and beverage. Throughout the program, Trainees will hone their understanding of our business and industry, collaborate across the business to grow our iconic brands, and learn how to build their own legacy here at Kraft Heinz. 

What’s on the Menu for the Trainee Program? 

The Kraft Heinz Trainee Program is a ten-month leadership development program that includes: 

• Two-to-four weeks of immersive onboarding to learn the business from end-to-end, build connections with their cohort, and prepare to drive impact throughout the program, 

• Two 4-month project rotations to bring creative solutions across the business, 

• One week of leadership development rooted in our WIN leadership principles, 

• One week of celebration and professional development to support the transition out of the trainee program and into full-time role, 

• Placement into a full-time role upon the completion of the program to continue developing as a leader and growing a robust career at Kraft Heinz. 

Throughout the program, Trainees can also expect regular opportunities to meet with our CEO, North America President, Chief People Officer, and other senior executives; mentorship from previous trainees and business leadership; collaboration with Trainees from other countries, including UK, Netherlands, and Brazil; and curated learning experiences to help with grow as leaders and as cultural ambassadors of Kraft Heinz. 

Our Trainee program will kick off July 13th 2026.

What Do Trainees Work On? 

Trainee projects propel our beloved brands forward, from exploring emerging opportunities to appeal to Gen Z audiences, to digitally revolutionizing our ability to track our supply chain in real time, to developing new packaging in support of our Environmental, Social and Governance goals. 

When applying, applicants will select a track that they most want to pursue for their trainee experience. That track helps us curate an end-to-end experience designed to build a strong foundation in their function of interest from which to accelerate their career growth: 

• Marketing
• Sales

• Operations (Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain) 

• Finance 

• Research & Development 

• Human Resources 

Recipe for Success 

We are looking for candidates who… 

• Are pursuing a Bachelors degree with anticipated graduation between November 1, 2025 and June 30, 2026 

• Are innovative thinkers and problem solvers 

• Choose greatness by challenging the status quo 

• Take leadership opportunities to make an impact 

• Have a passion for our values and the future of our brands 

• Are able to lead through challenges 

• Take complex concepts and look for ways to simplify 

 New Hire Base Salary

• 78,000 USD Annually

Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• Physical – Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social – Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Our Values 

Our Trainees are expected to live out the Kraft Heinz values as cultural champions and future leaders at the organization.