What we’re looking for 

In 2008 we are looking to recruit 15 graduates into the business in the following areas: 3 for Sales, 3 for Marketing, 2 for Finance, 2 for Engineering, 2 for Research & Development (in the areas of Process, Packaging or Product Development), 1 for Human Resources, 1 for Quality and 1 for Information Technology. To find out more about any of these areas please listen to our Podcasts or read some of our profiles.

The people who join the graduate scheme at Heinz can come from every kind of background imaginable. They do have a fair few things in common though. These include an intense customer focus, a desire to continually develop themselves, exceptional communications skills, and the ability to work well with others. Plus of course, a real talent for delivering outstanding results, day in, day out.

Another thing we look for when we’re picking our graduates is a mind that never stops thinking “what if?”, coupled with the motivation it takes to turn a good idea into reality. You’ll also need to be a fast learner. Because we’re always thinking of new ways to do things, keeping up with what we’re doing is important. But it’s not as daunting as it sounds. It simply means you’ll be able to develop and enhance your existing skills on a regular basis. And who knows – some of our future innovations could all be down to you.

So if you’re a team player with a degree at 2:2 or higher (or equivalent), preferably related to the function you are applying for*, and you’re not afraid to think creatively, you’ll love our graduate scheme.

However, there are just a few practical things we need you to think about before applying. In order to be eligible, you must meet these minimum criteria: