Get to know Kevin – one of our Global Trainees
Kevin is one of our eight global trainees. With only one month left of his trainee period we wanted to know what made him choose to do his traineeship with us at Husqvarna Group, what the biggest challenge has been and what he’s up to next.
Kevin Caleca is born and raised in the U.S. His family have used Husqvarna products since he was a kid and this is what made him decide to join our team as a trainee.
“My interest in Husqvarna Group started when I was young. My family have used Husqvarna products for at least twenty years which have never failed us. At the start of my career, I was an engineering intern with Briggs & Stratton and collaborating with Husqvarna was always a pleasure. My positive experiences contributed to my pursuit in building a career at Husqvarna Group. When I learned of the trainee program and the opportunities that came with it, I felt that it would be a good fit for my goals and interests”, says Kevin.
Our trainee program is a journey full of innovation, leadership and international experiences. Our trainees become part of a large team and experience cross-functional assignments and training modules that strengthen their understanding of our business. All while getting new friends and colleagues across the world. This was also the thing about the program that attracted Kevin the most:
“When applying for the trainee program, what interested me the most was that it provided a lot of opportunities to travel as well as gain exposure to various parts of the company. As a trainee in Research & Development, Electric & Electrical Systems North America, I’ve done my trainee experience both in the U.S and since the end of 2019 I live and work in Huskvarna, Sweden”
Three quick questions
What has been most fun about the trainee program?
The most fun part of the trainee program is traveling with the trainees, exploring new places, and learning the different ways we all work within the company.
What has been most challenging about the trainee program?
The most challenging part of the trainee program for me is living in a different country during a global pandemic.
What’s up next for you?
In my next role I am going to be Design Engineer II for Robotics and Electronics North America. I will be involved in developing our robotic lawnmowers and other battery products for North America. I am looking forward to developing products and solutions to improve our customer experiences.
