2027 US Manufacturing Internship Program – Manufacturing Facility Fremont, Ohio

About the role

The Kraft Heinz US Manufacturing Internship Program is a 10-week, project-based leadership development opportunity located in a manufacturing facility. Interns gain hands-on exposure to end-to-end supply chain execution, collaborate across plant teams and business partners, and deliver meaningful results that improve food and beverage production at scale.

This internship is based in Fremont, Ohio, supporting the Taste Elevation portfolio. Interns receive a one-time housing stipend.

The program runs from June 7, 2027, to August 13, 2027.

Program details

• One week of immersive plant onboarding to learn about the business and develop key skills.
• Training on the Kraft Heinz Management System (KHMS), the global standard for supply chain excellence.
• Eight weeks dedicated to a project exploring creative solutions and new opportunities in the manufacturing facility.
• One week of final presentations and celebrations with executive leadership and intern peers.
• Weekly sessions to deepen understanding of company values, leadership growth, and early-career skills.

Based on performance, interns may return for the 2028 Internship or the 18-month Global Manufacturing Trainee Program.

Interns will have opportunities to engage with business leaders, including the VP of North America Supply Chain, receive mentorship from previous GMTs and Operations leadership, participate in critical supply chain engagements, and access curated learning experiences.

Responsibilities

Manufacturing Interns work in a U.S. manufacturing facility, partnering with plant teams to identify opportunities and deliver improvement projects that enhance operations, processes, and supply chain performance. Interns typically own a defined project scope, collaborate cross-functionally (Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain), and share results through regular updates and an end-of-program presentation.

Project work may include:

• Continuous improvement & standard work: process mapping, SOP updates, line balance, shift handoffs, visual management.
• Safety & ergonomics: hazard identification, risk reduction, safe work practices, ergonomic improvements.
• Quality & compliance: defect/rework analysis, root-cause problem solving, first-pass quality improvements.
• Line performance (OEE): downtime and loss analysis, bottleneck identification, changeover optimization, throughput gains.
• Cost, waste & yield: scrap reduction, material yield improvement, loss elimination initiatives.
• Maintenance & reliability: PM optimization, recurring downtime investigation, reliability improvement plans.
• Inventory & execution: material flow improvements, cycle count support, schedule adherence, on-time production/shipping performance.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree with anticipated graduation between December 1, 2027, and June 30, 2029.
• Interest in growing a career in manufacturing plants.
• Passion for continuous improvement.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Ambitious and humble leadership qualities.
• Drive to make an impact.
• Ability to simplify complex processes.
• Resilience in changing environments.
• Commitment to championing Kraft Heinz culture and values.

Recruitment process

Applications for the internship program are accepted through October 2, 2026.

• Step 1: Application and Games-Based Assessment.
• Step 2: Virtual Interviews with Business Leaders.
• Step 3: Final Virtual Interview Day with Operations Leadership.

Pay

New Hire Rate: $28 USD per hour ($1,120 USD weekly).

Values

Manufacturing Interns are expected to live out the Kraft Heinz values as cultural champions and future leaders:

• 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.

About us

Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a rich heritage, delivering iconic and emerging food and beverage brands worldwide. We are on a mission to disrupt the global food industry through consumer obsession, unexpected partnerships, and innovation. Our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility, and curiosity, and we are committed to improving our company, communities, and planet.

We invest in talent to challenge the status quo, develop skills, and nurture strengths that leave a lasting impact on our business and careers. Kraft Heinz is growing something great, and we believe great people make great companies.