Trainee Corporate Functions - Political Communication & Coordination in Bonn bei Deutsche Post & DHL

OUR GRADUATE PROGRAM GROW OFFERS INTERESTING OPPORTUNITIES IN GERMANY, BONN, FROM APRIL 1ST 2025 FOR 18 MONTHS, AIMING TO KEEP YOU ON AFTER PROGRAM COMPLETION FOR

TRAINEE CORPORATE FUNCTIONS INTERNATIONAL IN POLITICAL COMMUNICATION & COORDINATION (M/F/X)

Our DHL Group strategy "Strategy 2025 – Delivering excellence in a digital world" focuses on strengthening what we do best – our core businesses. The Corporate Departments and the departments of the CEO Division have important roles to play in terms of leadership and governance on this way: They foster the development of cross-divisional topics, develop standards and coordinate their implementation group-wide.
The Corporate Department “Corporate Public Affairs” represents DHL Group to political stakeholders, advocating for the company's interests in political decision-making processes. As part of this Corporate Department, the department Political Communication & Coordination is responsible for developing and implementing political communication strategies and measures at both the national and international levels, coordinating topics within the Corporate department and communicating with other DHL units. The responsibilities include the development and provision of communication formats and content, as well as effective knowledge management, to support the regional representations in Berlin, Brussels, Washington, and Beijing, as well as other stakeholders in the Group's Public Affairs sector.

Your tasks

• Communication
• Networking / Building Relationships and Structures
• Project Management

Your profile as trainee

• Minimum Bachelor Graduation before April 1st, 2025, in Social Science, Media & Communication, Law, Economy
• Internship or similar experience (up to 3 years) in a political environment (e.g. parliament, political party, ministry, policy-oriented NGO…)
• Strong political interest and understanding of political processes, communication, flexibility / adaptability, strong networking abilities, good analytical skills, digital affinity
• Fluent/very good English skills, German language skills advantageous
• Very good knowledge of MS Office

Your benefits
After an induction week, you will dive into the world of logistics during three program phases at locations in Germany and around the world in one of the leading mail and logistics service provider for the world. We offer integrated training sessions, personal mentoring and regular feedback to help you develop your career.

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

Interested in this exciting opportunity? Please apply online now via https://careers.dhl.com/grow for the business area Corporate Functions 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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