Trainee Business Development & Strategy - Corporate Strategy (m/f/x)

OUR GRADUATE PROGRAM GROW OFFERS INTERESTING OPPORTUNITIES IN GERMANY, BONN FROM APRIL 1st, 2027 FOR 18 MONTHS, AIMING TO KEEP YOU ON AFTER PROGRAM COMPLETION FOR

TRAINEE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & STRATEGY INTERNATIONAL IN CORPORATE STRATETGY DEPARTMENT (M/F/X)

Join DHL Group's Corporate Strategy team and work directly on some of the company's most important growth and strategic priorities, driving Strategy 2030. As a trainee, you will contribute to Group-wide international strategic projects, support executive decision-making, and engage with senior stakeholders across DHL's global business divisions.

Your tasks

• Analyse growth opportunities, market trends and strategic business initiatives across DHL Group.
• Develop executive-ready recommendations and presentations to senior management.
• Collaborate with teams across regions and business divisions to shape DHL's long-term growth agenda.

Your profile

• Completed or soon-to-be completed Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, International Business, Strategy, Supply Chain Management, Political Science, Law or a related field before April 1st, 2027
• Relevant experience (up to 3 years) in strategy consulting, corporate development, M&A, investment banking, or similar analytical environments
• International mindset, demonstrated through study, work, or exchange experience abroad
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to structure complex topics
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset and willingness to take ownership
• Fluent English, proficiency in an additional language (e.g., Mandarin, Spanish, French, Arabic, Portuguese, or German) is an advantage.

Your benefits

• Appealing salary package: With us you will earn an annual salary of € 57.000 gross – including Christmas and vacation allowance as well as an annual bonus.
• Individual career development: After an induction week, you will dive into the world of logistics in three individual program phases in Germany and around the world.
• Training and support: We support you in your individual career development through integrated training, personal support and regular feedback.
• Network: Build up a valuable network in one of the leading mail and logistics service provider.
• Diverse opportunities: Work on varied and challenging projects that will enhance your professional development.

Your contact

For further questions please contact Steffi Koch, GROW Recruiting, grow@dhl.com.

Interested in this exciting opportunity? Please apply online now via careers.dhl.com/global/en/grow for the business area Business Development & Strategy international including a cover letter, CV and references. You will find there more detailed information on the application process, program schedule and typical project positions in the various business areas.

We are looking forward to your application.

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