Sustainability & Risk Intern

Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Sustainability & Risk Intern to support our Europe and Pacific Developed Markets (EPDM) ESG and Risk & Resilience team in collecting and consolidating data, managing records, and facilitating global support requests related to our sustainability initiatives, ESG regulatory compliance requirements and supply chain risks. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping us achieve our sustainability goals, including reducing our environmental impact, promoting animal welfare, and upholding human rights, as well as supporting increasing our Supply Chain resilience

Responsibilities:

• Assist in data collection, analysis and reporting for various sustainability and Risk & Resilience initiatives
• ESG support: support the completion of customer questionnaires and facilitate global support requests related to ESG initiatives, maintain the accuracy and integrity of our Net Zero Tracker for EPDM
• Regulatory ESG Compliance: support on upcoming EU regulatory matters such as European Deforestation Regulation, Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation and Forced Labor Regulation
• Risk & Resilience: support on data collection & follow-ups ensuring increased supply chain resilience and traceability
• Conduct research on industry trends and emerging best practices

Interact with cross functional teams: sourcing, global ESG, risk & resilience, compliance, legal, R&D mainly

Qualifications:

Job requirements:

NOTE: EU working rights are required (Either you have EU Citizenship, you are studying in the Netherlands)

• EU/ EEA Students: you need to be enrolled at a Dutch university for at least 50% of the internship period.
• Non – EU student: you need to be enrolled at a Dutch university for the whole duration of the internship period.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, engineering, environmental science, marketing, public relations, or another relevant field.
• You should have good communication skills in English, both written and verbal.  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Professional attributes:

• Interest in sustainability/ESG.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities.
• Curiosity, positivity & passion: You’re curious, positive, and enthusiastic. People know you as the driver of the team.
• 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. 

Recruitment process:

• CV selection based on eligibility requirements.
• Online Pymetrics game assessment
• Online Screening Interview via Microsoft Teams
• Online 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:

• Program start date: June 2026
• Duration: 6 months
• Allowance: 625 euro per month (40hrs, 5 days) & full reimbursement of travel expenses 
• Location: Amsterdam, hybrid 

Hybrid policy: We work 60% of the week in the office and have the right to work 40% from home. However, you will still need to be based in the Netherlands for the entire duration of the internship.

Become a part of a close intern community as well as an upbeat and inclusive work environment. As a Kraft Heinz intern you’ll be responsible for your projects and especially your career development. We provide the playing field. You change the game. Are you up for the challenge? 

About Us 

Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company. 

Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.

Why Us 

We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food. 

Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz. 

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

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