At Danone, you’re not just early talent; you’re just in time to impact our One Planet, One Health goals.
Our mission at Danone is to bring health through food to as many people as possible.
For over a century, we've been dedicated to providing healthy, delicious products tailored to our consumers' and patients’ nutritional needs and eating habits. With three health-focused product portfolios including Beverages, Dairy & Plant-Based, and Specialised Nutrition, our brands like Evian, Activia, Alpro, Cow & Gate, and Nutricia continue to make a positive impact on people's lives.
You don’t need a degree or work experience to apply for our Early Careers programme.
Our early career opportunities are designed to empower you on your professional journey, ensuring you have the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in your chosen career all whilst earning a starting salary of £34,000!
Please note - This is an opportunity to join Danone's Talent Community, not a live vacancy.
By joining our Talent Community, you will be the first to hear about upcoming early career opportunities as soon as they are advertised and gain insights into what a career with Danone could look like.
Our Early Careers Programme offers opportunities across various business functions, including:
- Finance
- HR
- IT & Data
- Marketing
- Sales
- Supply Chain
What can I expect on the programme?
Your Danone journey begins with a comprehensive functional onboarding experience, setting you up for success from day one. You will spend two years within the same function, gaining diverse experiences and insights through two rotations.
Throughout the program, you'll work towards six-monthly objectives, with your performance directly influencing your salary. You'll have access to high-quality learning and development support, including peer-to-peer coaching sessions and a series of business knowledge modules, all geared towards fostering your personal growth and deepening your understanding of the Danone ecosystem.
You'll receive continuous feedback to help you stretch your boundaries, cultivate self-awareness, and gauge your progress. As you near the end of the program, you'll seamlessly transition into your target role, equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed, excel, and advance rapidly.
What do we look for?
An innovative problem-solver, you’ll use creativity and intellect to tackle challenges. A passionate learner, who’s eager to improve, grow, and develop new skills, you work well with others, valuing their perspectives, making you an empathetic team player. You’ll act as an agent of change, serving as an intrapreneur and catalyst for transformation.
Demonstrate your smart thinking and emotional understanding by solving problems and considering others' perspectives. Show your digital savvy and creativity with technology and new ideas.
We value innovation and forward-thinking. Show how you envision the future and bring original ideas to life. Exhibit your motivation and passion through dedication, hard work, and enthusiasm.
What comes next?
Our intakes are based on business needs, and opportunities to join our early careers programme are dependent on role availability. Where an opportunity does become available, intakes are in January, April, July, or October. By registering your interest to future opportunities, we'll let you know when we have roles available.
Want to stay in touch?
Head over to our careers website where you can learn more about Danone including our benefits package & learning opportunities. Or follow us on social media to discover Life at Danone.
