Job Description

Pilot Plant Intern

Start date: September 2025 

Duration: 6 months 

Location: Nijmegen 

During your assignment, you will be part of the D&EM (Developed and Emerging Markets) R&D team. You’ll be working in a high performing team, alongside peers always trying to reach the next level. You’ll be reporting into (Francesco Torraca, Process Design & Pilot Plant Manager). As an integrated team member, we welcome you to take part in the team’s activities such as team meeting & category meeting which will give you a real feel for the company and the business. Get ready for a lot of exposure to internal senior stakeholders. The delivery of the Process Optimization & Line Validation Protocols will be your primary responsibility.

Project brief

You will be responsible for the development of standardization procedures and protocol to operate and validate new-technology equipment that will enable continuous improvement of our production processes and development of novel process design. Furthermore, you’ll support the team for project trials.

Key activities 

Learning how to operate the key equipment in the Pilot Plant, instrumental for the development of the Kraft Heinz future portfolio. Support the team doing pilot plant trials with different unit operations and the key unit operation under investigation Developing and validating new protocols and procedures to standardize ways of working Set conclusions & recommendations. Sharing knowledge within the HIC and other departments (presentation and final report).

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s level in food processing technology or chemical food/chemical related engineering Must have process technology/engineering/microbiology understanding Must be hands on with practical work and writing down instructions Work Experience: minimal Knowledge: Food processing, unit operations, microbiology Language Knowledge: English
 

Professional Attributes

Communication Skills At Kraft Heinz you will easily be exposed to senior management, no matter your level. Therefore, it is important you have excellent communication skills, to deal with all kinds of different stakeholders. Confident / Ability to give pushback You are a go getter, you are not easily thrown off your game, not even when you get resistance.  Ability to Simplify We like to keep it simple. And to execute fast. Your ability to simplify will be highly appreciated, when you provide simple solutions dealing with complex challenges. Curiosity, positivity & enthusiasm You are curious, positive, and enthusiastic. People know you as the driver of the team. Networking skills You are able to be interesting and interested in business conversations, motivating people to want to be in your network. The stronger the network you have, the more easily you can get things done. You, highly aware of that, are constantly expanding your network.

Important remark:

You are enrolled at a university for at least 50% study load for the duration of the internship. NOTE: EU working rights are required (Either you have EU Citizenship, you are studying in the Netherlands or have relevant student work visa) Available from 1st Sept 2025 Candidates who do not fulfill these requirements will not be contacted.

Recruitment process:  

CV selection based on hard requirements such as EU working rights    Online Pymetrics assessment  Online Pymetrics video assessment  Online Screening Interview via Microsoft Teams  Hiring manager interview    Amazing internship opportunity that can kickstart your career!    

Note: The recruitment process can take 4/6 weeks in total  

What we offer you

We take interns seriously. You can expect us to give you 1-on-1 mentorship from one of our experienced colleagues. We will work together on your personal learning goals and are keen to hear all the good ideas you have! We will give you the space and support to make mistakes and grow. Become a part of a close intern community as well as a young and ambitious work environment (including online).

As a Kraft Heinz intern you’ll be the owner of your own projects and especially of your own career. At Kraft Heinz, we provide the playing field. You change the game. Are you up for the challenge?   

About Us 

The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands. 

We spark joy around mealtime with our iconic brands, including Heinz, Kraft, Bull's-Eye, HP, Lea and Perrins, Quero, ABC, Master, Banquete, Plasmon, Orlando, Benedicta, Honig, Pudliszki, Wattie’s among others. 

No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do: join our table and let’s make life delicious! 

Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy & Collaboration 

We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level – from entry-level intern to senior leader – to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners – to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz – which we apply to every situation, every day. As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve. You’re expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level – and you’ll be rewarded. You’re given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won’t do it alone.  You’re supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress. 

Location(s)

Nijmegen

 

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.