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Shaping the Future of Taste and Nutrition

Kerry is a global leader in taste and nutrition for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries, partnering with customers to create products that are delicious, nutritious, and better for the planet.

Our Vision

We never compromise on taste, nutrition, or sustainability. By 2030, our goal is to reach two billion people with solutions that support good health and protect the planet, guided by our Beyond the Horizon framework.

Nourish Your Future with the Kerry Graduate Programme

We’re seeking ambitious, agile, and collaborative graduates ready to tackle real-world challenges and make a meaningful impact.

What We Offer:

  • 40 roles across 12 graduate programmes, including R&D, Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality & Safety, ICT, Finance, and HR.
  • A two-year programme with rotational placements, mentoring, hands-on experience, and senior leader support.
  • Competitive starting salary (€39,200 in Ireland, other countries will vary), annual reviews, volunteering days, wellbeing resources, family-friendly policies, ongoing education, and global recognition.
  • Regional and Global graduate community for connection and networking

Who We’re Looking For:

  • Ambitious, curious graduates (or soon-to-be graduates) with a passion for sustainable nutrition
  • Fluency in English and the local language
  • Eligibility to work in our European locations
  • Willingness to travel or relocate

Why Choose Kerry?

  • Fast-track your leadership journey with real responsibility and broad exposure from day one.
  • Make a difference by contributing to the future of sustainable nutrition.
  • Access a strong support network and global opportunities.
  • Innovate through initiatives like ‘Kerry Spark Labs’ which will take you far out of your comfort zone. 

Application Process

A four-stage virtual process:

  • Application form, so we can ensure you meet the basic requirements of the role
  • Online personality assessment so that we can understand what makes you tick
  • Video interview, where you have a unique opportunity to demonstrate your motivation and enthusiasm for the role
  • Virtual assessment day, where you will showcase your full range of skills and attributes to a group of Kerry assessors (managers from the function to which you have applied).

Awards

Graduate Employer of the Year intake up to 40 2025 Winner - Sponsored by Cappfinity

Graduate Employer of the Year intake up to 40 2025 Winner - Sponsored by Cappfinity

Graduate Recruitment Awards 2025

Student Voted Sector Awards 2025 - Best FMCG - Shortlist

Student Voted Sector Awards 2025 - Best FMCG - Shortlist

Student Voted Sector Awards 2025 Shortlist

Ireland's 100 2024/2025

Ireland's 100 2024/2025

The 100 most popular graduate employers in Ireland, as voted by students

The gradireland Graduate Employee of the Year 2024 Winner

The gradireland Graduate Employee of the Year 2024 Winner

The gradireland Graduate Employee of the Year 2024 Winner

Student Voted Sector Awards 2023 Shortlist - FMCG

Student Voted Sector Awards 2023 Shortlist - FMCG

Student Voted Sector Awards 2023 Shortlist - FMCG

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Latest opportunities

Latest opportunities

  • 2026 Agribusiness Farm& Home Store Internship Programme - Kerry Dairy Ireland

  • 2026 Research& Development Internship Programme - Kerry Dairy Ireland

  • 2026 Supply Chain Graduate Programme - Kerry Dairy Ireland

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