Trainee (m/w/f/x) Focus Technology - Board Area Germany

Deutsche Telekom AG; Bonn; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract from day one

Comprehensive onboarding program

Strong trainee community

Networking opportunities

Mentoring program

Buddy support during onboarding

Exposure to strategic projects

Job summary

Deutsche Telekom AG offers an 18‑month Start up! Trainee Program designed for graduates in engineering, business, or related fields. You will complete five project assignments, beginning in HR, with flexible start dates each quarter, and opportunities to engage in strategic projects.

A strong mentoring and buddy system supports your growth. You will work in a global, international environment, including an abroad assignment, service days, and networking activities to develop leadership and

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering, business/economics, or a comparable field.
• Knowledge in IT areas: cloud technologies, networks, 5G, IoT, programming, or software development.
• Experience in digitalization, automation, or digital transformation.
• Cybersecurity and information security awareness.
• Early project experience and ability to coordinate stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Engage in five project assignments across HR and other DT Group areas.
• Contribute to strategic projects as part of the Start up! program.
• Gain international exposure through at least one assignment abroad within three months.
• Participate in Service Days, customer interaction insights, and shop/service centers experiences.
• Develop professional network and collaborate across teams to drive growth.

Skills

Cloud technologies

Networks

5G

Programming

Software development

Data analytics

Project management

Intercultural competence

English

German

Education

Engineering degree

Business or Economics degree

Doctoral degree

Job description

Launch Your Career at Deutsche Telekom – Become Part of a Global Team! Ready to make an impact on the world? Then you’ve 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 best‑in‑class network and a strong presence in the gigabit society, we are setting 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 starts every quarter, giving you the flexibility to choose the start date that works best for you. What are you waiting for? Positions are available for immediate placement, so don’t wait too long. For more information about our trainee program, please visit our careers page (https://careers.telekom.com/de/students-and-graduates-germany/start-up-trainee). Launch your career with us and help shape the digital future.

Additional Benefits

• Guaranteed Permanent Position: From day one, our trainees receive a permanent employment contract.
• Dedicated Onboarding Program: You will take part in a comprehensive one‑week onboarding program, including networking opportunities, to ensure the best possible start.
• A Strong Community: Our trainee community is closely connected, with regular events designed to strengthen collaboration and a sense of belonging.
• Build Your Network: You shape your program according to your individual interests. We 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 leaders who support you in your career development.
• Buddy Program: Every trainee is supported by a buddy during onboarding who is available to answer questions and help you settle in.
• Strategic Thinking: In addition to your individual project assignments, you will have opportunities to contribute to further strategic projects.

Tasks

If you have an entrepreneurial mindset and the courage to shape the future, our 18‑month Start up! Trainee Program provides the ideal environment to learn, grow, and develop. You will gain broad insights into our organization while being encouraged to step outside your comfort zone, explore new areas, and unlock your full potential.

Take ownership of your career: You will complete five project assignments. Your first assignment will be within HR. After that, you can select your remaining assignments individually 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. Our extensive network will support you along the way.

Expand your network and experience the trainee community: Fridays are reserved for Magenta Friday, when 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 personal and professional development, or contribute to social initiatives.

Go international: A leading digital telecommunications company without international experience? Unthinkable! 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 we interact with our customers. Choose from experiences such as spending a day in customer service, visiting a Telekom Shop, or joining one of our service centers. You will see first‑hand how we turn customers into fans every day.

Choose your start date: You can join the program at the beginning of any quarter. Simply discuss with your contact person which start date works best for you.

Profile

You have successfully completed a degree in engineering, business/economics, or a comparable field. We welcome candidates with all degree levels, including Bachelor’s, Master’s, and doctoral degrees.

You bring the following skills and experience:

• Technical expertise: Ideally, you have knowledge of information technology, particularly in one or more of the following areas: Technology and infrastructure: e.g., cloud technologies, networks, mobile communications, 5G, IoT, programming, or software development
• Digitalization and processes: e.g., process analysis and design, automation, digital transformation, or the implementation of digital solutions
• Cybersecurity and information security
• Project management: You have gained initial project experience and are able to plan tasks, bring different stakeholders together, and collaborate effectively to implement reliable solutions.
• Data analytics: You have a strong understanding of data and are able to analyze technical, operational, or process‑related data to support evidence‑based decision‑making and make improvements measurable.
• Employee‑centric mindset: You are a passionate team player and enthusiastic about creating outstanding experiences for our employees.
• Relevant experience: You have gained at least six months of relevant internship or professional experience in areas such as service, B2B or B2C environments, or data‑related functions.
• Understanding of corporate strategy: You have a fundamental understanding of how corporate strategies contribute to achieving business objectives.
• Intercultural competence: Internationality is at the heart of our Start up! community. Strong intercultural skills are therefore essential. International experience – for example through studying abroad, Work & Travel, or a comparable experience – is a requirement (at least three months).
• Commitment and entrepreneurial spirit: As a Start up! trainee, you are passionate about driving change and making things happen. Experience in social engagement and/or entrepreneurial projects is therefore highly valued.
• Language skills: You are fluent in both English and German, written and spoken, at C1 level.
• Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preferential consideration if equally qualified.

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