Your start in the Global Career Starter Program
You have just completed your studies and are now looking for an exciting opportunity to start your professional journey in a global company?
The Global Career Starter Program is our 18-month entry-level rotation program that is tailored to you and gives you a successful start to your career. With up to 6 job rotations through different departments, you will gain a variety of insights and take on exciting responsibilities. In addition to working in multinational teams, you will expand your international experience and network through an assignment abroad at one of our global locations. Our aim is to create an environment in which you can accelerate your professional and personal development. That's why we support your development through mentoring, training, and networking activities. At the end of the program, you will be well equipped to start in your target position at MAHLE.
Whether you have a commercial or technical background – the Global Career Starter Program is at home in various specialist areas. You can find an overview in our job portal.
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Ready to launch your global career?
Our 18-month Global Career Starter Program puts you on the fast track to a successful career start. Accelerate your development through up to six customized job rotations, an international assignment, executive-level mentoring, targeted training sessions, and a global, cross-functional community that fuels your growth. We provide the tools and opportunities – you bring the ambition. You will receive a permanent employment contract and the chance to take on responsibility from day one.
By the end of the program, you’ll be prepared to step into your target role and build a long-term career at MAHLE.Ready to start you career with us and join Team MAHLE? Apply today and grow your career with us at MAHLE.
An overview of the Program
Tasks and what we offer
- Individual program design with up to 6 job rotations
- Challenging tasks with responsibility
- Collaboration in and with international teams
- An assignment abroad at one of our locations worldwide
- Personal support from your mentor, functional supervisor, and talent manager
- Development journey including mentoring, trainings, and internal initiatives
- Strong community and network
- Successful career start with a permanent employment contract and broad development opportunities
„"I find purpose at MAHLE in the knowledge that in developing mobility innovations, we offer people new ways of freedom: whether it’s a company depending on reliable automotive solutions or a familiy enjoying their efficient car for holiday trips. I recommend the Global Trainee Program at MAHLE to everyone who wants to make a difference within their daily work."
Leonie Meyer, Key Account Manager BatteryPRO EMEA
Your application for the Global Career Starter Program
What we are looking for
As a trainee, you will start at a high level at MAHLE. You have the best prerequisites for this:
- Master’s degree in the desired subject area with above-average grades
- First practical experience through relevant internships (ideally in the automotive industry)
- International experience through studies abroad or internships
- High motivation, curiosity, and commitment to professional and personal development
- Holistic entrepreneurial and change mindset as well as hands-on mentality
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- English proficiency
Your Application
So, the Global Career Starter Program is exactly the right starting point for your career and you have found a graduate position you like in one of the job advertisements? Then apply directly via the MAHLE Recruiting-portal. That way we will be able to obtain a first impression of you quickly and easily. Access to the portal is available in every job advertisement - just click on the "Apply" button.
You need the following documents for your application:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Relevant certificates
Tips for the Assessment Center
- Be well prepared.
- Show interest and ask questions. We will be happy to answer them.
- Listen carefully and respond to what has been said.
- Work on the exercises analytically and in a structured way.
- Show the real you.
- Share your thoughts with us.
- Present yourself actively, so that we can get to know you better.
- Remain calm. Every task is a new opportunity.
