NextGen Industrial Projects Trainee (MEA)

DHL; Dubai; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Flights & accommodation

Mentor program

Permanent role

Global career

Onboarding & training

Work-life balance

Positive work environment

Job summary

DHL Industrial Projects in Dubai invites high‑potential graduates to join the NextGen Industrial Projects Trainee program (MEA). You will rotate across up to 10 functional assignments for three months each to build broad project logistics expertise—from operations to commercial foundations.

Mentored by a senior IP leader, you will gain hands‑on experience with global teams, pursue international placements, and work toward a permanent IP role while embracing a culture of safety excellence.

Qualifications

• Excellent academic records in a relevant degree with GPA 3.0 minimum preferred.
• Strong English communication skills; additional languages are beneficial.
• Extracurricular leadership activities and teamwork experience.

Skills

English communication

Leadership

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business / International Business / Logistics / Engineering

Job description

NextGen Industrial Projects Trainee (MEA)

Graduate Program 2027

Location: Dubai

Who is DHL Industrial Projects?

DHL Industrial Projects (IP) is part of DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) Integrated Solutions and is a global project logistics specialist delivering integrated heavy lift and project cargo solutions across a wide range of sectors.

With over 750 multimodal project logistics professionals across 50 countries, we engineer and execute complex transport solutions, from single OOG shipments to large scale capital projects, managing the full lifecycle from origin pick up to final site delivery.

Backed by the strength of the wider DHL Global Forwarding organization, we combine technical expertise, global reach, and a culture of Safety Excellence to deliver reliable and innovative transport solutions worldwide.

Why choose our program?

Joining our program will launch an exciting and rewarding career within Industrial Projects. You will have opportunities to enhance your skills across different facets of our business. With the extensive experience you would have gained, we want you to contribute to innovative solutions for our customers and shape the future of IP.

To achieve this, you will be placed on up to 10 different functional assignments for 3 months each. The foundational assignments, consisting of Operations, Pricing, and Commercial, cover the foundations of our business.

The specialization assignments, comprising of Digital, FCL Procurement, Chartering & Vessel Operation, Controlling & Finance, Ocean Freight, Hub Operations, Digital, and Health Safety & Environment, enable you to further specialize in different functional domains.

Your professional development is also important to us. You will be mentored by a senior leader within IP, providing you with guidance and feedback and helping you to plan your career. Beyond the company, you will also have unique opportunities to build your professional network, such as participating in customer engagements and attending leading industry conferences, paving the way to a bright future in the industry.

What we look for:

• Excellent academic records in a relevant degree, including business/international business, supply chain, logistics, and engineering (GPA 3.0 minimum preferred) or 2 years of relevant working experience, or military background.
• Strong English communication skills (oral and written); an additional language will be beneficial.
• Extra-curricular activities demonstrating strong team/leadership experience, and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and customers.
• Adaptable to changing working environments and sensitive to diverse working teams.
• Inquisitive, willing to learn and accept new challenges and responsibilities; motivated towards career growth, learning, and development.
• Willing to participate in a \"hands-on\" work environment, self-motivated with a can-do attitude, strong work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Full mobility and willingness to travel and stay in foreign countries during multiple placements abroad.

What do we offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits, including Health Insurance, employee discount plans, wellness programs and resources, and more!
• All flights and accommodation paid for your international placements.
• 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 and in line with the established selection process for the role.
• Long-term global career opportunities.
• Onboarding: Individual onboarding, training on the job, networking, a dedicated certified program.
• Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance, and we strive to provide a flexible work environment.
• Positive work environment: Our TOP EMPLOYER prestigious certificationattests to our best-in-class efforts to attract and retain talent by fostering a positive work environment and encouraging personal and professional development among employees

YOUR FUTURE, DELIVERED.