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The 10 best companies for trainees

The 10 best companies for trainees

Above-average pay, initial insights into renowned companies and good chances of being taken on permanently at the end of your employment relationship – as a trainee you can expect attractive benefits that you should definitely take advantage of. Top employers offer limited positions for the sought-after trainee programs - depending on the area in which you focus your studies and your ideas for your future job, there are different companies that are suitable for you as a trainee. Attractive pay, deep insights into the world of the respective company and the opportunity to potentially become an integral part of the company are attractive.
Here we introduce you to the 10 most attractive companies to complete a trainee program.

1. Vodafone
One of the best-known and most renowned companies in the mobile communications industry is Vodafone. If you are interested in the telecommunications sector, this employer is exactly the right place for a trainee program.

2. E.ON
The international, private energy company has long been known as an energy service provider. There is currently a lot happening in this industry: one of E.ON's goals is to implement new strategies around renewable energies, energy networks and customer solutions in order to establish itself in this highly competitive market. Be there and experience first hand how the energy transition works.

3. Peek & Cloppenburg
The clothing brand is present on the international market and employs over 15,000 people. With more than 118 department stores spread across Europe, the company is headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany. If you are interested in the fashion industry, have always been enthusiastic about exclusive designs and the latest trends in textiles and cuts and would like to get to know the range of successful brands better, a position as a trainee in this company could be just the thing for you be.

4. Dailmer AG
You will learn everything about cars as part of a trainee program at Daimler AG. The company covers the internationally renowned business areas of Mercedes Benz Cars, Daimler Trucks and many more, making it one of the largest providers in the premium car sector. Would you like to enrich the world's largest commercial vehicle manufacturer with your presence as a trainee? Then send your meaningful application!

5. Nestlé Deutschland AG
This isn’t just about Nesquick and chocolate – Nestlé can do more than “just” food. If you are interested in the nutrition industry and would like to gain insight into the development of Maggi, would like to establish yourself in the team with creative ideas and would describe yourself as a true communication talent, you should consider starting out as a trainee at Nestlé.

6. Axel Springer SE
A lot has also happened in the media sector in the last decade, with a rapidly increasing trend: Axel Springer SE is considered the leading digital publisher in Europe. A large part of the group's revenue comes from the digital distribution of media - be right in the middle of it instead of just there and discover the progressive change in the digital media world as a trainee at Axel Springer SE.

7. Coca Cola soft drinks
Hardly any other soft drink has become as established as the classic Coca Cola. Why? Anyone who has ever seen a Coke advertisement in the cinema or free TV knows why the Berlin-based company is so successful. Find out everything about the company from sales to marketing to sales and become a trainee at this popular soft drink producer.

8. UPS
United Parcel Service Germany is looking for trainees! Thousands and thousands of packages are sent within Germany every day. In order to guarantee everything runs smoothly, everything in the company has to be meticulously coordinated. A change is also currently taking place in the service provider sector: for example, drones will be used to reinforce staff in the future. An absolutely interesting system that will certainly provide a great showcase for innovation and motivation for you.

9. Hotel Adlon Kempinski

The top address for anyone who wants to pursue a career in a hotel. The Adlon in Berlin, positioned directly at the famous Brandenburg Gate, is the flagship of the international Kempinski series and offers you interesting insights into everyday business life in a hotel. After completing trainee training, you also have a very good chance of becoming a permanent part of the company.

10.HSBC

Banking and finance - always up to date, always in great demand. One of the best-known international banks is HSBC. A trainee program in IT, sales or finance at a renowned bank like this makes sense if you have the appropriate previous training - i.e. an above-average degree in the relevant areas - and make yourself strong for the highly competitive banking sector.


Being a trainee in a large company gives you valuable and deep insights - we present the 10 best companies.

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