Job Description:
Start your career at Deutsche Telekom - become part of a Global Team! Are you ready to take 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 improve everyday life. With the best 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 forward. Become part of our team and shape your future with us. Your start date - completely flexible Our trainee program starts every quarter - simply choose the start date that suits you best. What are you waiting for? Positions are available for immediate placement, so don't wait too long and apply as soon as possible! We look forward to receiving your application (CV & certificates) in English or German. For more information about our trainee program, please visit our career website(https://careers.telekom.com/en/students-and-graduates-germany/start-up-trainee). Start your career with us and help shape the digital future. Additioinal benefits Guaranteed target position: From day one, our trainees receive a permanent employment contract. Special onboarding program: You will take part in a comprehensive one-week onboarding program, including networking opportunities, to ensure the best possible start to the program. A strong community: The trainee community is closely connected, with regular events designed to strengthen team spirit and a sense of belonging. Grow your network: You can shape your program individually. We will support you along the way and help you build a strong network. Mentoring program: The "Start up!" community offers a mentoring program with experienced leaders who will support you in your career development. Buddy concept: 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 the opportunity to contribute to further strategic projects. Tasks For talents with an entrepreneurial mindset and the courage to shape the future, the 18-month "Start up!" Trainee Program provides an environment for learning, growth and development. We offer you a broad range of insights into our organization, as well as the opportunity to step outside your comfort zone, explore new topics and reach your full potential. Take off and steer your own career! You will complete five project assignments. Your first assignment will be within HR. After that, you can individually choose your further assignments from across the entire Deutsche Telekom Group. Step outside your comfort zone! After your first assignment, you decide which topics you would like to explore in greater depth. Throughout the program, we encourage you to leave your comfort zone and discover new areas within Deutsche Telekom. Our broad network 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 outside their individual project assignments. Trainees work in different teams, organizing events, supporting their own development or contributing to social initiatives. Go international! A leading digital telecommunications company without international experience? No way! 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 gain first-hand experience of Deutsche Telekom's operational business. During our "Service Days," you can gain direct insights into how Deutsche Telekom interacts with its customers. Choose your own Service Days - for example, spend a day in customer service, visit a Telekom Shop or stop by one of our service centers. You will experience first-hand how we turn customers into fans every day. Choose your start date! You can join the program every quarter. Simply discuss with your contact person which date suits you best. Profile You have successfully completed a degree in Economics, Business Administration, IT, or a comparable field of study. We welcome candidates with all academic qualifications - Bachelor's, Master's or PhD. You bring the following skills and experience: Service orientation: You consistently think from the customer's perspective and strive to find the best possible solutions for our customers. Project management: You have initial knowledge and experience in project management and are able to plan and coordinate tasks and projects in a structured way and reliably drive them to successful completion. Data analytics: You enjoy working with data, identify relevant patterns and connections, and use your findings to provide well-founded input for strategic decision-making. Artificial Intelligence (AI): You are curious about the opportunities offered by AI and are eager to turn them into tangible value. Trends: You keep an eye on current market and industry trends and contribute fresh perspectives and new ideas. People Development: You are interested in Customer Experience, B2B/B2C business models, or People Development, Change Management and Organizational Development. Employees at the center: You are a passionate team player and enthusiastic about creating the best possible experiences for our employees. Relevant experience: You have gained at least six months of relevant internship or work experience in areas such as service, business customers, consumer customers or data-related environments. Understanding of corporate strategy: You have a basic understanding of corporate strategies and how they contribute to achieving business objectives. Intercultural competence: Our Start up! community thrives on its international diversity. Strong intercultural skills should therefore be part of your DNA. International experience - whether through studying abroad, work & travel or similar activities - is a must (at least three months). Commitment and entrepreneurial spirit: As a Start up! trainee, you are passionate about driving change. Experience in social engagement and/or entrepreneurial projects is therefore highly welcome. Language skills: You are fluent in written and spoken English and German at C1 level. Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preferential consideration if equally qualified. XING - Deutsche Telekom AG(https://www.xing.com/companies/deutschetelekomag) LinkedIn - Deutsche Telekom(https://www.linkedin.com/company/telekom)
Candidate Requirements:
Graduate program
| Source: | Company website |
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| Posted on: | 09 Sep 2026 (verified 12 Sep 2026) |
| Type of offer: | Graduate Programme |
| Industry: | Telecommunications |
| Job duration: | 18 months |
| Languages: | English |