Job Description

Process Development Intern

Start date: August 2025 

Duration: 6 months 

Allowance: 625 euro per month (40hrs, 5 days) & full reimbursement of travel expenses  

Platform/Project: Multiple teams (please see below)

Location: Nijmegen 

Basic Requirements for all: 

– You should have strong communication skills and fluency in English, both written and verbal (Dutch is not a requirement but other languages are a plus) 

– 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) 

Teams: 

o Process Modelling 

o Next Generation Sauces 

Process Modelling

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. 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 Modeling Program will be your primary responsibility.  

Project Brief:

You will be responsible for the development, validation and simulation of mathematical/ data models for key unit operations, that will enable continuous improvement of our production processes and development of novel process design. Furthermore, you’ll support the development of new digital capabilities. 

Assignment and key activities: 

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

• Data generation by performing pilot plant trials with different unit operations and the key unit operation under investigation 

• Developing, validating and simulation of mathematical / data models for key unit operations under investigation 

• Carrying out a techno-economic evaluation on the outcome generated by model. 

• Set conclusions & recommendations. 

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

Specific Team Requirements: 

• Bachelor/Master level in Chemical Engineering, Food Processing Technology or Chemical Related Engineering 
• Knowledge on: Food processing, unit operations, process modelling, programming (e.g. MATLAB, Python, COMSOL)
• Classes or projects about: heat exchangers, unit operations mixing, homogenization is preferred
• Experience in laboratory/equipment is a plus
• You are a confident and curious person with good communication and networking skills, with ability to simplify. Able to work autonomously and in teams.

New Generation Sauces

The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC) is continuously looking at driving innovations, identifying technical key enablers to support business strategy and providing sustainable solutions ready to be implemented in the factories.  

The person will be part of the R&D process team located in Nijmegen. This team is responsible for all the Kraft Heinz international zone, giving support to different factories and teams around the world.  The project this person will perform will greatly impact future developments considering the sauces portfolio. 

Assignment and key activities: 

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

• Coordinate Pilot Plant trials and compare trial results using Scale-Up prediction model
• Define an analytical plan, set conclusions and make recommendations
• Understand the current way to produce sauces at Pilot Plant and Factory scale
• Understand analytical and sensory methods to measure trials performance
• Determine products to be included in the trials
• Prepare periodic presentations to keep the internship supervisor and the Process team informed about the progress

Specific Team Requirements: 

•  Bachelor/Master level in Chemical Engineering, Food Processing Technology or Food Engineering 
• Skills and knowledge on: General process on food industry, scale up knowledge, ingredients interaction, emulsification process, rheology and tomato processing
• Experience or knowledge on how to work in Labs and conduct Pilot Plant trials is a plus
• Classes or projects about: Process development/design and ingredient functionality
• You are a proactive person that shows curiosity, positivity and enthusiasm during projects. You can work in teams and show flexibility and leadership. You have a data driven mindset.

Recruitment process: 

1. CV selection based on hard requirements such as EU working rights 

2. Online Pymetrics assessment 

3. Online Pymetrics video assessment 

4. Online Screening Interview via Microsoft Teams 

5. Hiring manager interview 

6. 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.