Your tasks
For talents with an entrepreneurial mindset and the courage to shape the future, the "Start up!" trainee program offers 18 months of space to learn and develop. We provide you with a wide range of insights into our organization and the opportunity to step out of your comfort zone and explore new topics to reach your full potential.
Additionally, We Offer You:
- Take Charge of Your Career! You will have five project assignments: the first within Finance. After that, you can choose your subsequent projects individually – across the entire company.
- Step Out of Your Comfort Zone! After your first assignment, you decide which topics you want to dive deeper into. During the program, we want you to step out of your comfort zone and explore new fields within Deutsche Telekom. We will support you with a broad network.
- Expand Your Network and Experience the Trainee Community! Fridays are reserved for the “Magenta Friday". All trainees come together to work on strategic, innovative growth topics outside of their own project assignments. Trainees work in different teams where they organize events, foster their development, or contribute to social initiatives.
- Go International! A leading digital telecommunications company without international experience? Never! At least one of your (three-month) assignments will be abroad. You decide which country and city.
- Understand Our Business! Take the opportunity to get to know Deutsche Telekom’s operational business. During our "Service Days," you can gain direct insights into how Deutsche Telekom works with customers. Choose your "Service Days", such as a day in customer service, a visit to a T-Shop, or a stop at one of our service centers. You’ll gain direct insights into how we turn customers into fans every day.
- Choose Your Start Date! Every quarter, there is the opportunity to start the program. Simply discuss with your contact person which date suits you best.
Your Profile
You have successfully completed a bachelor's or master's degree in economics, business administration or a comparable degree program with exceptional grades. Your personality captivates with enthusiasm for a finance mindset and analytical way of thinking, innovation, curiosity and the courage to question some facts.
You also fulfill the following requirements:
- Passion for Finance: You have a genuine interest in finance topics and have taken relevant courses at university. Numbers are your friend: you are good at working with numbers, analyzing them and deriving actions.
- Early Work Experience: You have accumulated at least six months of relevant internships and/or work experience in corporate environments, accounting firms or consultancies.
- Intercultural Competence: Our Start up! community thrives on its international diversity. Therefore, strong intercultural skills should be part of your DNA. International experience – whether through studying abroad, work & travel, etc. – is therefore a must.
- Social Engagement: As a Start up! trainee, you are passionate about driving change! Experience in social engagement and/or entrepreneurial projects is highly welcomed.
- Language Skills: You are fluent in English (C1 level) and are willing to learn German independently.
This is what we offer
About us
About us
Start Your Career at Telekom – Become Part of a Global Team!
Are you ready to conquer the world? Then you’ve come to the right place! Deutsche Telekom is represented in over 50 countries worldwide and is one of Europe’s leading telecommunications providers. Our products and services connect people and improve daily life. With the best network and a strong presence in the gigabit society, we set the standards. Our digital future is driven by more than 230,000 innovative minds. Become part of our team and shape your future with us.
Your Start Date – Completely Flexible:
Our trainee program starts at the beginning of every quarter – choose your preferred start date that suits you.
What Are You Waiting For?
Positions can be filled immediately. So, don’t wait too long – apply as soon as possible!
We look forward to receiving your application (CV & certificates) in English or German.
For more information about our trainee program, visit our career site.
Start your career with us and shape the digital future.
Additional Benefits:
- Guaranteed Target Position: Our trainees receive a permanent employment contract from the very beginning.
- Special Onboarding Program: You’ll receive a week of extensive onboarding, including networking, to ensure an optimal start to the program.
- Community as a Key Element: The trainee community is closely connected, with regular events to strengthen team cohesion.
- Strengthen Your Network: You design your program individually. We support you in this and help you with networking.
- Mentorship Program: The "Start up!" community offers a mentorship program with experienced executives who support you in your career development.
- Buddy Concept: Each trainee is supported by a buddy during onboarding who is available to answer questions.
- Strategic Thinking: In addition to your project assignments, there’s the opportunity to work on additional strategic projects.
