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2027 US Internship Program- Sales

CompanyKraft Heinz
LocationCincinnati
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 3, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will manage projects across strategic accounts, e-commerce, and business development to drive brand growth. They will also participate in leadership development sessions and collaborate with senior executives on business challenges.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
29019
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
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. While Kraft Heinz is co-headquartered in Chicago and Pittsburgh, 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 Kraft, Oscar Mayer, Heinz, Philadelphia, Lunchables, Velveeta, Maxwell House, Capri Sun, Ore-Ida, Kool-Aid, Jell-O, Primal Kitchen, and Classico, 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 37,000+ 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!
About the Role

Job Description

US Sales Internship Program 

 The Kraft Heinz Internship 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, Interns 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. 

 

What’s on the Menu for the Internship Program? 

The Kraft Heinz Internship Program is a ten-week leadership development program that includes: 

  • One week of immersive onboarding in Chicago, IL to learn about our business and prepare important skills for a successful summer project 

  • Eight weeks dedicated to a project exploring new business opportunities and unlocking creative solutions 

  • One week of final presentations and celebrations with our executive leadership team and intern peers 

  • Weekly sessions to deep dive into our values, grow as leaders, and develop impactful skills for early career success. 

  • A group business challenge to research insights and uncover opportunities for our business. 

  • Based on performance, interns will have an opportunity to return to Kraft Heinz in a full-time sales role  

 

Throughout the program, Interns can also expect regular opportunities to meet with our CEO, North America President, Chief People Officer, Chief Sales Officer and other senior executives; mentorship from previous intern and business leadership; and curated learning experiences to help with grow as leaders and as cultural ambassadors of Kraft Heinz. 

 

Our internship will run from June 7th  2027 to August 13th  2027 

 

What Do Interns Work On? 

Intern projects propel our beloved brands forward across strategic accounts and growth channels, business development, eCommerce and customer marketing—from uncovering new opportunities to win with Gen Z shoppers, to improving real-time supply chain visibility to strengthen availability 

 

Applicants will have exposure to the following areas through the 10-week immersive internship experience: 

· Sales 

· Customer sales/planning 

· Category Management 

· eCommerce and Customer Marketing 

· Business Development  

· Strategic accounts & growth channels   

 

Opportunities for our marketing, human resources, supply chain & procurement, finance, manufacturing and research & development facilities are also available at select locations, please visit our early careers site, choose the role most aligned with your goals and submit a single application. 

 

Recipe for Success 

We are looking for candidates who… 

· Are pursuing a Bachelors degree with anticipated graduation between December 1, 2027 and June 30, 2029 

· Are innovative thinkers and problem solvers 

· Choose greatness by challenging the status quo 

· Take leadership opportunities to make an impact 

· Have a passion for our values and the future of our brands 

· Are able to lead through challenges 

· Take complex concepts and look for ways to simplify 

 

New Hire Rate: 

· $28 USD per Hour 

 

Our Values 

Our Interns are expected to live out the Kraft Heinz values as cultural champions and future leaders at the organization. At Kraft Heinz, our values are: 

· We are consumer obsessed 

· We dare to do better every day 

· We champion great people 

· We demand diversity 

· We do the right thing 

· We own it 

 

The Recruitment Process   

Sales Internship program applications are accepted through October,2nd 2026.  

 • Step 1: Application and Games-Based Assessment   

• Step 2: Virtual Interviews with Business Leaders   

• Step 3: Final On-Site Interview Day at our Sales Field Offices

 

Program Locations   

  • Sales office- Rogers, AR 

  • Sales office- Cincinnati, OH   

Our Sales Interns will be provided with a one-time housing stipend. 

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.   

Office Collaboration & Hybrid Work Environment   

We believe our office environment fuels our collaboration, connection& community as an organization and allows our employees to grow toward greatness. We also believe providing a more flexible and agile model is essential in today’s workplace. A majority of our office-based employees will be able to work remotely for up to two days each week. Some jobs may be required to be performed fully in office depending on the role’s responsibilities and requirements.   

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact NATAI@kraftheinz.com 

Location(s)

Cincinnati Sales, Rogers Sales


 

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

Key Skills
SalesCustomer planningCategory managementE-commerceCustomer marketingBusiness developmentStrategic accountsLeadershipProblem solvingCommunicationData analysisSupply chain visibilityStrategic thinkingCollaborationInnovation
Categories
SalesFood & BeverageManagement & LeadershipMarketingRetail
Benefits
Housing stipendMentorshipLeadership developmentCurated learning experiences