Trainee (m/f/d/x) Focus HR Consulting

Deutsche Telekom AG; Bonn; Vor Ort; EUR 42.000 - 54.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Permanent contract

Onboarding program

Mentoring program

Networking opportunities

International exposure

Zusammenfassung

Deutsche Telekom AG offers an 18‑month Start up! trainee program designed to develop future HR leaders. You will undertake five project assignments across HR, with the first in HR and additional projects across the DT Group to broaden experience.

The program includes onboarding, mentoring, a strong trainee community, and international rotations. Fridays feature Magenta Friday sessions, and Service Days provide direct customer insights.

Qualifikationen

• Strategic focus on HR and shaping business goals.
• Analytical skills and data-driven recommendations.
• Strong consulting and stakeholder communication abilities.
• Employee-centric mindset and cross-area collaboration.
• Experience via internships or early HR roles preferred.
• Understanding of corporate strategy and HR impact.
• International experience and intercultural competence (min 3 months).
• Entrepreneurial spirit and community engagement valued.
• Excellent German and English (C1) proficiency.

Aufgaben

• Complete five project assignments across HR and related areas.
• First assignment in HR, then select remaining projects across DT Group.
• Engage with a broad network of colleagues and experts for development.
• Opportunity to work internationally and participate in Service Days.

Kenntnisse

HR Strategy

Data Analysis

Consulting

Intercultural Skills

Communication

German/English C1

Ausbildung

Economics/Business/Psychology/Social Sciences degree

Jobbeschreibung

Start your career at Deutsche Telekom – Join a Global Team! Are you ready to make an impact? Then you have come to the right place. Deutsche Telekom operates in more than 50 countries worldwide and is one of Europe’s leading telecommunications providers. Our products and services connect people and enhance everyday life. With a leading network and a strong presence in the gigabit society, we continue to set new standards. More than 230,000 innovative minds are driving our digital future. Join our team and shape your future with us.

Your start date– Flexible to suit you.

Our trainee program offers start dates every quarter, giving you the flexibility to choose the date that works best for you.

Additional Benefits

• Guaranteed Target Position: From day one, our trainees receive a permanent employment contract, providing long-term career prospects beyond the program.
• Dedicated Onboarding Program: You will take part in a comprehensive one‑week onboarding program, including networking opportunities to ensure an excellent start to your trainee journey.
• A Strong Trainee Community: Our trainee community is closely connected, with regular events designed to strengthen collaboration and foster a strong sense of belonging.
• Build Your Network: You have the freedom to shape your program according to your interests and ambitions. We will support you along the way and help you build a strong professional network.
• Mentoring Program: The Start up! community offers a mentoring program with experienced executives who will support you in your professional and career development.
• Buddy Concept: Every trainee is supported by a dedicated buddy during onboarding who will help you settle in and be available to answer your questions.
• Strategic Thinking: In addition to your individual project assignments, you will have opportunities to contribute to further strategic initiatives across the organization.

Tasks

For talented individuals with an entrepreneurial mindset and the courage to shape the future, our 18‑month Start up! Trainee Program provides an environment in which you can learn, grow, and develop your full potential.

You will gain broad insights into our organization while being encouraged to step outside your comfort zone, explore new topics, and take ownership of your professional development.

Take ownership of your career! You will complete five project assignments. Your first assignment will be within HR. After that, you can individually select your remaining assignments from opportunities across the entire Deutsche Telekom Group.

Step outside your comfort zone! After your first assignment, you decide which areas you would like to explore in greater depth. Throughout the program, we encourage you to challenge yourself and discover new fields within Deutsche Telekom. A broad network of colleagues and experts will support you along the way.

Expand your network and experience the trainee community! Fridays are reserved for Magenta Friday. All trainees come together to work on strategic and innovative growth topics beyond their individual project assignments. Trainees collaborate in different teams to organize events, drive their own development, and contribute to social initiatives.

Go international! One of your three‑month assignments will take place abroad. You decide which country and city you would like to experience.

Understand our business! Take the opportunity to experience Deutsche Telekom’s operational business first‑hand. During our Service Days, you can gain direct insights into how Deutsche Telekom interacts with its customers. Choose from experiences such as spending a day in customer service, visiting a Telekom Shop, or spending time at one of our service centers. You will see first‑hand how we work every day to turn customers into fans.

Profile

You have successfully completed a degree in Economics, Business Administration, Psychology, Social Sciences, or a comparable field. We welcome candidates with all academic qualification levels, including Bachelor’s, Master’s, and doctoral degrees.

• Strategic Focus: You are passionate about strategic topics and eager to actively shape the future of HR. You are able to connect the employee perspective with the strategic objectives of the business.
• Analytical and Conceptual Skills: You can analyze complex issues in a structured manner, work confidently with data, identify key relationships and patterns, and translate your findings into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Consulting and Communication Skills: You communicate findings clearly and tailor your messages to different audiences. You are skilled at bringing together diverse perspectives and engaging confidently and persuasively with stakeholders.
• Employee‑Centric Mindset: A passionate team player who is motivated to create outstanding employee experiences. You're eager to contribute your skills across areas such as strategy, data, analytics, and beyond.
• Relevant HR Experience: Through internships, working‑student positions, or initial professional experience, you have gained exposure to strategy, consulting, or Human Resources. Ideally, you have already contributed to challenging and dynamic HR projects.
• Understanding of Corporate Strategy: You understand how HR can contribute to achieving business objectives and are interested in translating strategic decisions into action within a complex organization.
• Intercultural Competence: The international character of our Start up! community is one of its defining strengths. Strong intercultural skills are therefore essential. International experience – whether through studying abroad, work and travel, or comparable experiences – is a must (at least 3 months).
• Commitment and Entrepreneurial Spirit: As a Start up! trainee, you are passionate about driving change and taking initiative. Experience in social engagement and/or entrepreneurial projects is therefore highly valued.
• Language Skills: You have excellent written and spoken German and English skills at C1 level.

Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preferential consideration if equally qualified.

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