2027 Canada Trainee Program

About the position

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. 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 USA, UK, Netherlands, and Brazil; and curated learning experiences to help with grow as leaders and as cultural ambassadors of Kraft Heinz. 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. Your Trainee experience will be in one of the following functions, determined by business need and your career interests: Marketing, Sales, Operations (Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain), Finance, Human Resources. Upon completion of the trainee program, you will have an opportunity to rank your preferences, final placement will be based on business need and your interests.

Responsibilities

  • Hone understanding of our business and industry.
  • Collaborate across the business to grow iconic brands.
  • Learn how to build a legacy at Kraft Heinz.
  • Participate in immersive onboarding to learn the business end-to-end and build connections.
  • Bring creative solutions across the business through two 4-month project rotations.
  • Engage in leadership development rooted in WIN leadership principles.
  • Participate in celebration and professional development for transition into a full-time role.
  • Meet with senior executives including the CEO, North America President, and Chief People Officer.
  • Receive mentorship from previous trainees and business leadership.
  • Collaborate with trainees from other countries.
  • Engage in curated learning experiences to grow as leaders and cultural ambassadors.
  • Work on projects that propel brands forward, such as exploring Gen Z opportunities, digitally revolutionizing supply chain tracking, or developing new packaging for ESG goals.
  • Work in one of the following functions: Marketing, Sales, Operations (Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain), Finance, or Human Resources.

Requirements

  • Pursuing a Bachelors degree with anticipated graduation between December 1, 2026 and June 30, 2027.
  • Innovative thinkers and problem solvers.
  • Challenge the status quo.
  • Take leadership opportunities to make an impact.
  • Have a passion for our values and the future of our brands.
  • Able to lead through challenges.
  • Take complex concepts and look for ways to simplify.

Benefits

  • Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, with plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs.
  • Events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for employees and their families.
  • Participation 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 Family Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs; Financial -Savings/Pension, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability, Discounted Perks.
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