International Management Trainee

Aviareps; München; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

AVIAREPS is seeking ambitious graduates and young professionals to join its International Management Trainee Program (IMT) in Munich, Germany. The 30-month program offers international assignments, real business responsibility, and coaching from senior leaders to develop leadership and commercial skills.

Starting January 2027, you will begin at the global headquarters in Munich with rotations across Europe and LATAM, gaining experience in aviation, tourism, and sales.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Tourism, Business, Economics, International Management or related field.
• 1–2 years of professional experience, including internships or trainee positions.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Willingness to relocate internationally throughout the program.
• Leadership potential and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Strong intercultural communication and teamwork skills.
• Adaptability, resilience and curiosity.
• A passion for travel and international business.
• Additional languages are a strong advantage.

Skills

English fluency

Willing to relocate

Leadership potential

Entrepreneurial mindset

Intercultural communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Resilience

Curiosity

Travel passion

Additional languages

Education

Master’s degree in Tourism, Business, Economics, International Management or related field

Job description

AVIAREPS has over 30 years experience providing professional passenger GSA services and tourism marketing to clients around the globe. As the world’s leading GSA and Tourism representation organization with more than 75 offices in over 70 countries, AVIAREPS represents airlines as well as destinations, hotels, attractions, airports, cars, trains, cruise lines, retailers and import/export organizations, and offers a full suite of B2B and B2C services which includes sales & reservations, marketing, digital, and PR programs.

Your Career Has No Borders. Your passport to global leadership starts here.

Are you ready to build an international career in aviation, tourism, and travel?

At AVIAREPS, we're looking for ambitious graduates and young professionals with a global mindset, strong leadership potential, and a passion for discovering new cultures and business environments to join our:

International Management Trainee Program (IMT)

START LOCATION | START DATE | DURATION

Munich, Germany | January 2027 onwards* | 30 months

*Exact start date to be agreed.

Build an international career from the inside

Our IMT is designed to develop the next generation of leaders through international exposure, real business responsibility, and direct coaching from experienced management teams across the globe.

This is not a traditional graduate program.

You’ll gain hands-on experience across different business areas, work with colleagues from around the world, and develop the commercial, operational, and leadership skills needed to build a successful international career.

First 6 months: Start at Our Global Headquarters in Munich

Start at global headquarters and build a foundation in how the organization operates. During this phase, you will:

• Learn how the global network works and gain insight into Aviation, Tourism, Cruise, Cargo, and Finance.
• Contribute to international projects and cross-functional initiatives.
• Work closely with experienced colleagues, senior leaders, and Executive Board members.
• Receive coaching and mentoring from headquarters management and Board members to support your professional and leadership development.
• Strengthen your commercial, operational, and communication skills.

International assignments Across Our Global Network

After your onboarding in Munich, you’ll take on a series of assignments in different countries. Locations may include Europe, LATAM, and other regions where AVIAREPS operates. Assignments depend on business needs and your development goals and may involve:

• Supporting commercial and business development initiatives.
• Contributing to sales, marketing, and account management projects.
• Analyzing local markets and identifying growth opportunities.
• Working with clients, airlines, tourism boards, and industry partners.
• Collaborating with regional and country leadership teams and taking ownership of projects with measurable business impact.
• Assignments will vary, offering broad experience while allowing your strengths, interests, and development needs to inform your journey.

Coaching and future opportunities

You’ll receive coaching and mentoring from senior leaders, headquarters management, and Executive Board members, while working on a personalized development plan throughout the program. The aim is to develop your capabilities and explore where your ambitions and strengths align with future business opportunities.

After successful completion, you may be considered for specialist, management or leadership roles within AVIAREPS, depending on your performance, business needs and available opportunities.

What you’ll gain

• Practical international business experience from the start.
• Assignments across countries and business functions.
• Exposure to senior leaders and strategic projects.
• A network of colleagues, clients and industry professionals.
• Personal mentoring and a structured focus on development.

Who we’re looking for

You’re curious, proactive, and motivated by international business. You’re comfortable adapting to new environments, working with people from different cultures, and learning by taking on responsibility.

Required qualifications

• Recently completed a Master’s degree in Tourism, Business, Economics, International Management, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of professional experience, including internships or trainee positions.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Willingness to relocate internationally throughout the program.
• Leadership potential and an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Strong intercultural communication and teamwork skills.
• Adaptability, resilience and curiosity.
• A passion for travel and international business.
• Additional languages are a strong advantage.

Ready to take the next step?

Join AVIAREPS and gain global exposure, business experience, and a network that will shape your future.

Explore the world. Develop your leadership potential. Build your future.