Early Careers at Coca-Cola Europe

We’re excited to launch the second edition of our Early Careers Program at Coca-Cola Europe, featuring two flagship programs: the Coca-Cola Ignite Internship Program and the Coca-Cola Blaze Graduate Program.

These programs are designed to nurture and empower early talent, building a strong pipeline of future leaders at Coca-Cola. As part of the program, you’ll embark on an exciting journey – gaining hands-on experience, learning from and collaborating with industry leaders, and developing critical skills and capabilities that will shape your future. You’ll play a key role in driving innovation and making an impact in the beverage industry — and we’ll be with you every step of the way.

Ready to unleash your potential and accelerate your future? Your journey starts here.

Growth

Unleash Your Potential

Growth

At Coca-Cola, we focus on your continuous development to help you grow, make an impact, and prepare for exciting future opportunities in our global organization.  

From your first day, you’ll be supported to take on bigger, bolder responsibilities and build a career you’re proud of. 

Innovation

Dream Big, Shape the Future

Innovation

We’re more than keeping up – we’re creating what’s next. Powered by bold ideas, cutting-edge excellence, and a deep connection to people, we’re redefining how our iconic brands stay ahead.

You’ll collaborate, experiment, and shape the future alongside a network of changemakers.

Belonging

Make a Difference, Every Day

Belonging

We believe our strength comes from diversity. At Coca-Cola, we’re dedicated to building an inclusive, equitable culture where every voice is valued, and you can bring your authentic self to work.  

Here, you’ll thrive in an environment that puts people first. 

Impact

Celebrate Your Uniqueness

Impact

We’re committed to creating positive change for people, communities, and the planet. We help address key challenges through innovation and strong partnerships to drive sustainable impact. 

 We empower our teams to do work that truly makes a difference every day. 

Function Overview

Marketing

The marketing function is at the heart of creating memorable connections between our brands and the millions of people we serve every day. We focus on inspiring and engaging consumers through innovative campaigns, digital experiences, and impactful storytelling that bring our iconic brands to life.

PACS

Public Affairs, Communications, and Sustainability (PACS) at Coca-Cola leads the company’s efforts to engage with communities, media, and stakeholders while advancing our sustainability and social responsibility initiatives. We are committed to making a positive impact on society and the environment.

Franchise Operations

Franchise Leadership at Coca-Cola manages relationships with bottling partners and ensures that our franchise model operates efficiently and delivers on the promise of brand excellence. We focus on driving growth, optimizing operations, and maintaining alignment across a global network of partners.

CCL

The Customer & Commercial Leadership (CCL) function drives growth by delivering exceptional value to our customers, partners, and consumers. We focus on building strong relationships with customers and executing strategies that support Coca-Cola’s market leadership across the globe.

Strategy

The Strategy function plays a pivotal role in setting the long-term direction of the company. We are responsible for identifying growth opportunities, navigating market trends, and building strategies that enable Coca-Cola to remain the world’s most valuable brand.

People & Culture

People & Culture (P&C) drives the people strategy at Coca-Cola by ensuring that we attract, develop, and retain the best talent. We focus on building an inclusive, collaborative, and performance-driven culture that supports our business objectives.

TISC

The Technical Innovation & Supply Chain (TISC) function ensures the efficient production, distribution, and innovation of Coca-Cola products. We focus on leveraging technology and optimizing processes to deliver products to consumers globally.

Finance

Coca-Cola’s Finance function is the backbone of the company, ensuring we deliver consistent, sustainable growth. We leverage financial insights to drive business strategy, provide value through operational efficiency, and make decisions that fuel Coca-Cola’s long-term success.

Coca-Cola Ignite ​

Coca-Cola Ignite is our signature internship program, designed to give undergraduate students a hands-on, immersive experience where they can unleash their potential, contribute fresh ideas, and make a real impact.

We’re looking for Coca-Cola Ignite Interns from 11 countries — the United Kingdom, Greece, Belgium, Spain, Germany, Italy, France, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, and Ireland — who can start on October 1, 2025.

 We do not offer summer internships at Coca-Cola Europe.

Yes. As a Coca-Cola Ignite Intern, your contributions make a real impact — and we truly value that. That’s why you’ll receive an internship allowance to recognize your hard work and dedication.  In Belgium, kindly note that internships are unpaid by law. While this is required, we’re still committed to providing you with a meaningful and rewarding experience throughout your time with us. 

This year, we are recruiting 40 interns across various functions in 11 countries. This includes 13 roles in Marketing, 5 in both Franchise Operations and PACS, 4 in Strategy and TISC, and 3 each in Commercial, Finance, and People & Culture. These opportunities are designed to provide meaningful experiences and valuable insights across key business areas at Coca-Cola. 

In Belgium, the internship typically lasts for 6 months. We focus on recruiting from universities that align with this program duration.

In the UK, we’re looking for interns who can commit to a 9–12-month internship, starting in the first week of October 2025. This duration aligns with the requirements of most universities. The flexible start date allows for end dates between July and September, fitting the academic schedules of the majority of students.

Apply for Coca-Cola Ignite here.​

Application deadline on April 16, 2025.

Coca-Cola Blaze

Coca-Cola Blaze, our 24-month flagship graduate program featuring four 6-month rotational stints, offers an accelerated path for leadership development with global exposure, high-impact projects, and mentorship from senior leaders. It is designed to support emerging talent to become future leaders of our organization.

This year, we’re excited to welcome six Coca-Cola Blaze Graduates from four countries — the United Kingdom, Germany, Poland, and Greece — with a start date of October 1, 2025.​

You may apply for different roles provided you meet the eligibility requirements. You will still go through the standard process for each position. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the Recruiter to move forward to the next steps of the application. 

You may apply for different roles provided you meet the eligibility requirements. You will still go through the standard process for each position. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the Recruiter to move forward to the next steps of the application. 

 For our 2025 intake, we are hiring 6 Graduates for our Coca-Cola Blaze Graduate Program.

The Coca-Cola Blaze Graduate Program is a 24-month leadership development journey designed to accelerate your functional expertise and leadership skills, preparing you for a middle management role in your chosen function after completing the program.

Over the course of 24 months, you’ll complete four rotations, each lasting six months. Each rotation is designed to give you hands-on experience, helping you build essential skills and gain exposure to different areas within your chosen function. During each rotation, you will take on key responsibilities in your day-to-day role while leading important projects that contribute to business outcomes. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, engage with senior leadership, and actively manage your performance and development. 

 Our rotation plan is carefully structured to provide meaningful experiences and build the critical capabilities you’ll need to succeed in your permanent role. As you move through the rotations, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of various specializations within your function, broadening your expertise and preparing you for future success. 

To explore which function aligns best with your career goals, we encourage you to visit our career website, where you’ll find detailed insights into each function and how they connect to your aspirations. 

We are only able to consider the application of candidates with less than 3 years of full-time professional experience, as this program is specifically designed for graduates who are just beginning their careers. 

Apply for Coca-Cola Blaze here.​

Application deadline on April 16, 2025.

Application Process

Step 1: Online Application

Your journey begins when you submit your application on our career website. We carefully review each submission to assess your skills, experience, and potential fit for the role. If you are selected for the next stage, we’ll reach out to you directly.

Step 2: Call Recruiter

If shortlisted, you’ll have an initial conversation with one of our recruiters. This discussion will cover key eligibility requirements and provide an opportunity for you to ask any questions about the role or program.

Step 3: Panel Interview

Selected candidates will be invited to a panel interview. During this session, you’ll discuss role expectations, answer function-specific or technical questions, and explore key leadership behaviors. This will be the final interview stage.

Step 4: Offer & Onboarding

If you’re successful, you’ll receive a job offer along with details on the next steps. This includes submitting your pre-program and onboarding requirements to ensure everything is in place before your official start date on October 1, 2025.

Application Process FAQ

Thank you for your interest in our early careers program. While our recruiters may not be able to connect personally with every candidate initially, we encourage you to visit our career website to learn more about our company. Our job descriptions provide a comprehensive overview of the program, its eligibility requirements, and the recruitment process.

Our team will reach out to selected candidates to provide further details and insights about the role. We look forward to the possibility of you joining our dynamic team.

The “Right to Work” in the United Kingdom and Europe refers to the legal authorization that allows an individual to work in a particular country. Here’s a brief overview.

Right to Work in the United Kingdom

  • UK Citizens: British citizens have the automatic right to work in the UK.
  • EU/EEA/Swiss Citizens: Following Brexit, EU/EEA and Swiss citizens no longer have automatic right to work in the UK. They need to apply under the UK’s immigration rules, such as the Skilled Worker visa, etc.
  • Non-EU/EEA/Swiss Citizens: They generally require a work visa, such as a Skilled Worker visa or other specific categories, to work legally in the UK.

Right to Work in the European Union (EU)

  • EU/EEA/Swiss Citizens: Generally, have the right to work in any EU/EEA country without needing a work permit, due to freedom of movement agreements.
  • Non-EU/EEA Citizens: They typically need a work visa or permit to work legally in an EU country.

In both the UK and EU, candidates must comply with local immigration and employment laws to work legally. If you don’t have the right to work in the UK or European countries, you cannot legally work there without the proper work visa or permit. To proceed, you would first need to apply for a work visa or permit that allows you to work legally in the country you are interested in.

Coca-Cola Europe does not sponsor work visas or right to work for the Coca-Cola Ignite and Coca-Cola Blaze programs. Candidates must already have the legal right to work in the UK and Europe, meaning only those with the necessary work authorization or residency permits can be considered for these positions.

Candidates should ensure they meet these criteria before applying, as we are unable to assist in obtaining work visas or permits.

The application process begins as soon as you submit your application on our career website. We carefully review each application and will notify you if you are selected for further consideration.

If selected, you will first have an initial discussion with one of our Recruiters to go over key eligibility requirements. If you successfully pass this stage, you’ll be invited to a panel interview with our leadership team to discuss role expectations, dive into function-specific or technical questions, and explore key leadership behaviors.

We are committed to providing timely feedback to all candidates and greatly appreciate the time and effort you put into your application.

Applications are open until April 16, 2025. You can monitor the status of your application in your application profile when you log into our career website.

We understand that timing can be a challenge for some candidates, but we currently only hire and onboard as a batch once a year. If you’re unable to start on our required dates for 2025, we encourage you to consider applying for our next cohort in 2026.

This standardized onboarding date is a key element of our new program, created to ensure a consistent induction experience for our new joiners.

At Coca-Cola, we’re looking for passionate individuals who share our enthusiasm for our brands and culture. We value leadership, whether demonstrated through extracurricular activities, academic achievements, or previous internships. We seek driven, forward-thinking talent who are eager to build a long-term career with us and make a meaningful impact.

We’re excited to collaborate with those who have excellent communication and relationship-building skills, embrace diverse perspectives, and thrive in managing complex projects. Resilience in the face of challenges is key, as we believe in growing stronger through every experience.

We’re looking for individuals ready to shape the future with us and contribute to something extraordinary.

For the Coca-Cola Blaze Graduate Program, relevant experience within the Coca-Cola system or similar internships can give you a unique edge and help set you apart.

Thank you for your time and effort in applying to our program. We encourage you to reapply in our next hiring cohort, which will be in Q1 2026, provided you still meet our eligibility requirements at that time.

We’re always on the lookout for passionate and talented individuals, so we hope you’ll consider applying again. We wish you the best of luck in your career journey and look forward to the possibility of welcoming you to our team in the future.

No, there are no assessments or tests that need to be completed as part of the application process.

We greatly value and appreciate our employees’ referring candidates whom they personally know and endorse for a position. These referrals can be submitted through our internal referral portal. However, an internal referral does not guarantee an interview. As part of our standard process, we carefully review all applications and shortlist candidates based on how closely they meet our eligibility requirements.