2027 US Trainee Program- Marketing

Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

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Job Summary

Lead high‑impact marketing projects across brand management, insights, and communications while collaborating cross‑functionally to turn consumer data into action and prepare for a full‑time marketing leadership path.

  • Own cross-team initiatives from insight to execution
  • Develop plans for brand growth and portfolio opportunities

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Marketing trainees work on high-impact projects across brand management, consumer insights, brand communications, portfolio marketing and more— these projects can shape innovation, product expansion and support limited-time offerings.
  • Trainees may also analyze consumer data to strengthen brand plans and investment decisions, collaborating cross-functionally to bring ideas from insight to execution.
  • Our Marketing trainees may be placed any of the following teams & more:
  • - Brand Management
  • - Consumer Insights
  • - Portfolio Marketing
  • - Sports Marketing
  • - Brand Communications
  • - Innovation
  • - Business Unit Sales & Strategy

Requirements

  • Are pursuing a Bachelors degree with anticipated graduation between November 1, 2026 and June 30, 2027
  • 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

Benefits

  • Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
  • Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
  • You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:
  • - Physical – Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
  • - Social – Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
  • - Emotional – Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
  • - Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability
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Kraft Heinz

3.6 Glassdoor

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!

Founded in 2015
Chicago, Illinois, USA
27K employees (2,337 in marketing)
64% recommend to a friend
80% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
1.2M
Traffic Source Mix
Search
44.1%
Direct
39.2%
Referral
9%
Social
6.4%
Paid
1.2%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~27.4K

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
2,063 (8% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
5

Funding

Total Funding
$20M
Last Raise
$20M
Post IPO Equity, 7 years ago

Funding History

  • Jun 2019
    Post IPO Equity • $20M

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