Shell Graduate Programme 2026 - Germany

Shell; Köln; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global energy company is seeking graduates for its comprehensive Graduate Programme in Germany. This 3-year program is designed to develop aspiring leaders through on-the-job training, mentoring, and diverse project experiences. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong analytical skills, collaboration, and resilience, alongside the ability to work in a multicultural environment. The programme is available in multiple locations including Hamburg, Wesseling, and Cologne, with flexible start dates in 2026.

Leistungen

Competitive Compensation

Financial and Health Benefits

Work-Life Balance

Career Growth

Professional Development

Supportive Environment

Inclusive Culture

Qualifikationen

• Graduated prior to starting at Shell.
• Less than three years of professional work experience.
• Fluency in German (B2 level) and English is needed.

Aufgaben

• Analyse situations and propose solutions aligning with strategic goals.
• Collaborate and nurture relationships within a diverse team.
• Work on energy-related challenges and projects.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Resilience

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Jobbeschreibung

Worker Type

Regular

Posting Start Date

January 13, 2026

Recruiting Instruction

Talent Brew field

Job Description

Graduate Programme Job Description 2026

What’s the role

Join us as a Graduate at Shell in Germany where you will embark on a comprehensive 3-year programme designed to develop future leaders.

The role will be based in Hamburg, Wesseling or Cologne. Start dates for the Graduate Programme are February, May, August and November 2026.

The Shell Graduate Programme equips you with the essential tools to enhance your leadership skills and achieve your full potential through a combination of on-the-job training, formal education, job rotations, and personalized coaching.

What you’ll be doing

You will showcase your capacity to analyse situations and propose purposeful solutions that align with the company’s strategic goals - adaptability to changing environments, learner mindset, drive to deliver results - and collaborate and nurture relationships as you work effectively with a diverse team.

You will work with experienced colleagues and will share your unique perspective and fresh ideas on how to tackle energy-related challenges. Our inclusive and collaborative culture will provide you with the support you need to grow your skills as you work on meaningful projects with exciting responsibilities right from the start.

Shell has been operating in Germany since 1902. With its German headquarters in Hamburg, Shell Germany today employs more than 3000 people throughout the country in research and development, production and sales of energy solutions for private mobility and home energy, transport as well as energy and chemical products and lubricants for almost all industries.

The company is gradually transforming its portfolio with a view to customer needs to advance the German energy transition with sustainable energy solutions.

Read more about our strategy here.

What you bring

We are looking for a candidate who thrives on new challenges and embraces innovation. You should be confident in your ability to absorb information, analyze problems, make objective decisions, and generate original ideas. The ideal candidate will possess the drive and resilience to achieve goals, the flexibility to collaborate effectively within a team, and the credibility to influence others. Being open to alternative perspectives and views is essential, using them to refine ideas and outcomes.

Eligibility

• You are required to have graduated prior to your first day at Shell.
• You must be pursuing or have completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree.
• You need to have less than three years of professional work experience.
• For German based roles fluency in German (B2 level) and English is needed.

What we offer

You bring your skills and experience to Shell, and in return, you get to work with talented, committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. You’ll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another. You’ll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself.

• Competitive Compensation – Perform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performance-related salary increases.
• Financial and Health Benefits – Enjoy benefits designed to provide a foundation for your financial future. Take part in health care plans that meet the needs of you and your family.
• Work-Life Balance – Maximise paid time off and other options that allow you to achieve a fulfilling work-life balance.
• Career Growth – Progress through diverse career opportunities in national and international teams.
• Professional Development – Gain access to a wide range of training and development programs.
• Supportive Environment – Receive the support you need through mental health programs, comprehensive counseling, and community groups.
• Inclusive Culture – Join an organization striving to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to apply. Get to know more about how we're working towards our DE&I goal.

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