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INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE PROGRAM

NEXTGEN INDUSTRIAL PROJECTS

JOIN OUR INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE PROGRAM
As a recent graduate or young professional, our program offers you an exceptional start to your career with DHL Industrial Projects (IP). Over 24 months, you will gain experience in various functions, working across four countries in different continents: Houston, Texas as your home base, with planned rotations abroad to Dubai, Germany and Singapore.
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DHL Industrial Projects
DHL Industrial Projects is part of DHL Global Forwarding's Integrated Solutions, specializing in project logistics. We move everything, no matter how large or heavy, to wherever in the world they are needed.
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International Graduate Program
 
Our business spans the globe, and we want your experience with us to reflect the same diversity. As part of the program, you will be based in Houston, Texas, but also take on assignments abroad in Dubai, Germany, and Singapore,
 
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Functional Rotations
Every shipment is unique, and we need creative, multi-disciplinary problem-solvers. In this program, you will be exposed to different functions, from operations to finance, to gain a broad understanding of our business.
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DHL INDUSTRIAL PROJECTS

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​SEA, LAND, AIR, RAIL

We are driven by our customer promise: Excellence. Simply Delivered.
To address our customers' needs, we creatively leverage different modes of transport to find the optimal solution.​​​​​​​
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BE PART OF A SPECIALIZED TEAM
Project logistics is unique in the logistics industry: no two shipments are the same, and the routes include some of the most remote in the world. You'll face fresh challenges and learn something new every day. This excitement is what spurs our team of 650+ specialists in 50+ countries, to constantly innovate and create solutions that meet the needs of our customers.

DELIVER COMPLEX PROJECT ACROSS THE WORLD
From Olympic stadiums in the center of London to wind farms in the Norwegian fjords, from semiconductor fabs in Mexico to oil rigs in the Middle East, we transport equipment and components to support the construction and ongoing operations of large projects. Whether it's a 65-meter wind turbine blade or a 20,000-ton concrete pipe, we find the solutions to bring them to where they are needed.

INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE PROGRAM

GAIN A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE
Our business is highly international, and the ability to work in different environments and with diverse cultures is critical. This is why we provide extensive opportunities for assignments abroad: apart from Houston, Texas, you will also be working in Dubai, Germany, and Singapore.

GROW WITH OUR SUPPORT SYSTEM
Challenging and exciting tasks on the job, a mentor to guide you in your professional development and career planning, a buddy to help you get settled in your new role and location, a training program to enhance your skills and abilities. Our program provides you with an entire support system to kick-start your career! As you progress through the program and rotate within our business, you have the unique opportunity to build a truly global professional network.

FUNCTIONAL ROTATIONS

SHAPE OUR BUSINESS, SHAPE  YOUR FUTURE
Our people are our greatest asset, and their continuous development ensures the sustained success of our business. To accelerate this development, our program's rotational structure exposes you to up to 8 business functions over 24 months, helping you to get a well-rounded perspective of the business. At the same time, you get to put on various hats and decide which are the best fit for your individual interests and career goals.​​​​​​​

EXPERIENCE DIVERSE ASPECTS OF IP

Each functional placement will last 3 months, during which you will join a team of specialists managing certain aspects of the business, from Operations to Commercial to Controlling. Working alongside these colleagues in their areas of expertise, you will experience diverse aspects of the business in a practical environment, and you may even take up the responsibility of managing your own projects, supervised by your rotation manager.

Operations

 Operations is at the core of our business, fulfilling and executing our customer promise in the best way possible

Tendering
The tendering team manages customer requests and liaises with various stakeholders to prepare competitive bids

Commercial

 Our commercial experts engage with existing and potential customers across industries in all parts of the globe

HSE

 Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) enables our workforce to carry out our work in a safe and healthy manner

Digital

 Our digital team maintains our systems and enhances our business intelligence capabilities

Controlling

 The controlling team manages our financial flows and analyses our P&L results on a global, regional and country level

Hub Operations

 This team manages multiple dedicated customer hub operations for complex projects globally

OFR

 Our Ocean Freight (OFR) experts liaise with the DHL Global Forwarding business to optimally position Industrial Projects

Chartering

 Our internal chartering department arranges and negotiates the renting of vessels for our operations

WHAT OUR PROGRAM LOOKS FOR
  • Excellent academic records in a relevant degree, or 2+ years of relevant working experience, or a military background
  • Strong communication skills in English; additional languages will be beneficial
  • Activities or experience demonstrating strong team and leadership skills
  • Adaptable to changing environments and sensitive to diverse teams
  • Inquisitive and excited for new challenges and responsibilities
  • Willing to participate in a "hands-on" work environment
  • Full mobility to travel and work in foreign countries

WHAT OUR PROGRAM OFFERS
  • Competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, 401K plan with a company match, employee discount plans, wellness programs and resources, and more!
  • Paid time off: holiday, float holiday, vacation, and sick leave
  • All flights and accommodations paid for your international assignments
  • A unique opportunity to explore the world of project logistics across the globe
  • Management mentor, providing regular performance feedback and career planning
  • Training curriculum to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge
  • Permanent role within IP at the end of the program, subject to suitable vacancies
  • Long-term global career opportunities

APPLICATION PROCESS & TIMELINE
Our international graduate program starts once per year in January. Applications for the January intake are open from September till October.

We hire through a multi-stage application process, for which you can find the details below.

1. Online Application
Apply online with your CV and cover letter. The application window is open from September till October 2023.

2. HR Interview
If we find you a good match for our program, we will schedule a telephone interview to get to know you better and answer any questions.

3. Manager Interview
After a successful HR interview, we will explore your background and ambitions in an interview with one of our business leaders from Houston.

4. Offer
Successful candidates will receive an offer to join our program, starting in January 2024. 
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