Process Development and Design Intern

Job Description
Project Development and Design Intern
Start date: January/February 2025
Duration: 5 to 6 months
Platform/Project: Natural Processing / Process Modeling
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 meet ing & c ategory meet ing whi ch 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 Natural Processing program will be your primary responsibility.
Project brief
You will be responsible for validation of alternative process technologies and digital systems that will enable the deliver y of new product concepts with unique characteristics. Furthermore, you'll support the development of new digital capabilities .
Key activities

• Learning about Natural Processing technologies and potential applications for the Kraft Heinz portfolio.

• Process modelling of thermal validation processes

• Coordinate pilot plant trials and collaborate with different partners and technology suppliers for carrying out proof of principle trials at pilot plant scale on different technologies with existing products.

• Setting up microbiological challenge tests to validate the process conditions and process lethality in close cooperation with our microbiologist/scientific services department.

• Carrying out a techno-economic evaluation of the technologies under consideration.

• Set conclusions & recommendations.

• Sharing knowledge within the HIC and other departments (presentation and final report).

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor level in food processing technology or food related engineering

• Work Experience: minimal

• Knowledge: Food processing, heat transfer, microbiology basics

• 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:

• Must have process technology/engineering understanding

• 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 15 Jan 2025

• Candidates who do not fulfill these requirements will not be contacted.

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.