Process Modelling Intern

ProcessModellingIntern

Start date:July/August2026

Duration:6months

Platform/Project:Process modelling

During your assignment, you will be part of the D&EM (Developed and Emerging Markets) R&D team.You’llbe working in a high performing team, alongside peers always trying to reach the next level.You’llbe reporting to Francesco Torraca, Process Design & Pilot PlantManager).As an integrated team member, we welcome you to take part in the team’s activities such as team meetingsand categorymeetingswhich 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 willbe responsible forthe 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’llsupport the development of new digital capabilities. 

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,validatingand simulation of CFD / mathematical / data models for key unit operations under investigation 

• Carrying out a techno-economic evaluation on the outcome generated bymodel

• Set conclusionsand recommendations

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

Basic Requirements for all:

You should havestrong communicationskills 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. 

• Non - EU Students: Need to be enrolled at a Dutch University for the whole duration of the internship.

NOTE: EU working rights arerequired(Either you have EU Citizenship, you are studying in the Netherlands or have relevant student work visa) 

Job Requirements 

• Education: Master’s level in food processing technology or chemical food/chemical related engineering 

• Work Experience:Minimal 

• Knowledgeon: Food processing, unit operations, process modelling(CFD tools,COMSOLis a plus),fluid dynamics principles
  

Professional Attributes  

• Communication Skills 

At Kraft Heinz you will easily be exposed to senior management, no matter your level. Therefore, it isimportant thatyou have excellent communicationskillsto deal with all kinds of different stakeholders.  

• Confident / Ability to give pushback 

You are a gogetter;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 highlyappreciatedwhen 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.  

Recruitment process

CV review – We screen applications for key eligibility criteria (e.g., EU working rights).

OnlinePymetricsassessment

Screening interview – An initial interview conducted via Microsoft Teams.

Hiring Manager interview

Offer – Successful candidates will receive an offer to join the program.

Please note: The recruitment process can take 4–6 weeks in total, from application to offer.

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 thegood ideasyou 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 Heinzinternyou’llbe 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’rea 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, chee