Structure you will be hired on a permanent contract, beginning with a 2-year rotational programme. You will complete two rotations across different Engineering teams.
Location you will join one of our Kerry locations across Europe. Depending on your team and function, you could be based in Ireland, the UK, the Netherlands, France, Spain, Italy, Germany, Poland or Denmark. Please note that you may be required to relocate as part of your rotations, therefore we are seeking candidates who are internationally mobile.
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Key Programme Details
Start date September 2027
Structure you will be hired on a permanent contract, beginning with a 2-year rotational programme. You will complete two rotations across different Engineering teams.
Location you will join one of our Kerry locations across Europe. Depending on your team and function, you could be based in Ireland, the UK, the Netherlands, France, Spain, Italy, Germany, Poland or Denmark. Please note that you may be required to relocate as part of your rotations, therefore we are seeking candidates who are internationally mobile.
Working model on-site
Grow Your Future at KerryInspiring Food, Nourishing Life – comes to life through science, innovation and sustainable nutrition. From food and beverage to pharma, our teams use insight, technology and science-backed solutions to help solve real-world challenges for people, society and the planet.
Our impact reaches billions, but it starts with curious people, fresh ideas and teams who care about making a difference. If you’re looking for a place to learn, contribute and grow, Kerry could be the place for you.
Our Graduate Programme Your First Step Towards LeadershipThe programme combines
Rotations complete two main rotations over the 2-year programme,
building breadth of exposure and readiness for future leadership roles.
Leadership development develop formal leadership skills through dedicated learning modules and ongoing career-focused mentoring.
Strategic projects work on projects that help solve real business challenges and give you the chance to make a meaningful contribution.
Senior leader exposure gain access to senior leaders who will help inspire, motivate and connect you to Kerry’s purpose and strategy from the start.
Graduate networks build relationships through our general and regional graduate networks, connecting with other graduates across the business.
Your Engineering Journey at KerryAs an Engineering Graduate, you’ll play a hands-on role in how Kerry designs, improves and runs the technologies, processes and manufacturing environments that help us deliver sustainable nutrition at scale. You’ll gain experience across engineering disciplines that keep our sites safe, reliable, efficient and ready for the future.
Across your rotations, you’ll learn from engineering experts and cross-functional teams, building your understanding of Kerry’s business drivers, key performance indicators, process capabilities, products and customers. You’ll contribute to real projects, strengthen your technical judgement and see how engineering supports performance, innovation and sustainability across our global business.
You could gain exposure to areas including
Mechanical engineering, chemical engineering,
reliability engineering and process engineering
Capital investment projects and process improvement initiatives
Asset lifecycle management and critical equipment availability
Engineering’s role in sustainability, safety and site-wide performance
Process technologies, manufacturing systems and continuous improvement
Digitalisation, automation and advanced technologies that improve plant efficiency
Cross-functional project work with Operations, Quality, Safety, RDA and Commercial teams
What We’re Looking For
You’re a graduate or soon-to-be graduate, on track for a 21 degree or equivalent in Engineering, such as Process, Chemical, Mechanical, Automation, Manufacturing, Digital, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
You’re ambitious, open-minded and ready to learn through hands-on, lab-based work and real customer innovation projects
You’re fluent in English and ideally another language
You’re excited by science, technology and new ways of working, and keen to use data, digital tools and AI thoughtfully to improve how products are developed, tested and scaled
You’re eligible to work permanently in Europe
You’re open to travel and relocation as part of the programme
What’s In It For You
Competitive package a graduate salary and benefits package aligned to the Country and location you join.
International experience opportunities to work with different teams, functions, and locations as part of a global business.
A long-term career path a permanent role from day one, with a structured programme designed to help you grow beyond your first placement.
Our graduate selection process includes
Application review
Psychometric assessment
Short virtual interview
Final-stage virtual assessment centre
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📌 Kerry Graduate Programme 2027 - Engineering (Madrid)
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📍 Madrid