Trainee Programme at METRO AG
boost your career now - join our trainee programme!
We acknowledge that many companies offer trainee programs, and you might wonder how METRO AG's program stands out.
Our trainee program provides the perfect gateway into the corporate world. We recognize that embarking on your first professional role can be as thrilling as it is daunting. That's why we believe we are the ideal partner to shape your career. Our learning experts dedicate considerable time to enhancing the learning modules, and our colleagues across various departments are committed to their work and eager to guide you. They will support you throughout your entire journey to becoming an expert in your field. This is where we differ: we focus on training experts, not generalists, because expertise breeds confidence in your abilities and contributions. However, this doesn't mean other opportunities are precluded. Quite the opposite, with METRO, you carve out your unique career path.
So - are you in?
Ready for the right move after Graduation?
Are you looking for a corporate trainee programme that not only challenges you, but helps you gain expertise while prepping you for your very first professional role? Would you like to work internationally on exciting projects? You want to find out how diverse wholesale can be?
What makes it so special?
Directly from the start, you will have a mentor and you're accompanied throughout the programme's duration by HR experts to guide you. The mentor offers you high business- and customer awareness, profound coaching and exciting insights for you and your personal career.
What you can expect
- 18-month term from 1st of October 2024
- International assignment in a METRO country
- Ongoing skill training
- Permanent contract
- Networking events
- Applications are accepted as long as our job ads are online
WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING
- Passion for people, food, sustainability & innovation.
- Enthusiasm and drive to make METRO and our business your business.
- Willing to bring in your talents to succeed together with us.
- Motivation to kick-start your corporate career with us.
- Master's degree, e. g. in (business) economics, finance, international management.
- Practical and relevant experiences through internships, working student positions or extra-curricular activities.
- Having studied abroad is a plus, not a must.
- Proficient level of English is a must.
Follow the link below and apply now!
You can find our current trainee positions by following the button below.
(If you cannot view any or all positions, it may be because we have temporarily paused the application process for certain trainee roles due to overwhelming demand.)
Apply nowour trainee programme at a glance
Our trainee programme consists of four so-called streams. Some of the strategically most important departments of METRO AG are represented in each of these streams. We want to give committed talents the opportunity to take off with us in and after the trainee programme!
We would like to point out that the trainee programme is function specific.
YOUR APPLICATION PROCESS
Step ONE
Send us your application, we screen it.
Step two
You will receive your first feedback from us within 10 days.
Step three
Interview with Hiring Department and/or HR
Step four
You will prepare a case study and present your results to your colleagues from the department.
Step five
We then give you direct and honest feedback on your performance.
Step six
If everything fits, you will receive an offer from us.
your benefits with us
- Work-life balance: 37.5 working hours/week, up to 3 days "home office" per week, trust-based working hours (flextime), 30 days' holiday.
- Further training: a comprehensive range of further training via our own further training centre or externally.
- Well-being: Company medical service, OTHEB employee assistance programme, free gym on campus, canteen with affordable meals.
- Discounts: Discounted job ticket, as well as discounts at many partner companies.
- Convenience: Good transport connections, free parking (incl. charging facility for e-mobility), dry-cleaning service on campus.
- Company pension plan: Subsidy for your pension plan.
- Family-friendly: Three day-care centres on campus.
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We understand that the trainee programme is pretty awesome and you may not share it with friends or fellow students - but maybe you have a friend in mind for one of the below mentioned positions? Then share it!
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