Intern Global Trade (m/f/d)

Job Description:

Ref. 119003 - Global Trade (m/f/d)

NOTHING RUNS LIKE A DEERE!

Currently 3.600 employees are working for our John Deere factory in Mannheim; Germany´s largest manufactory in Europe. We are producing smart tractors for our worldwide customers in the heart of the Rhein-Neckar region and rely on innovative technologies and sustainable solutions. In addition the European Headquarter is located next to the production on the John Deere Campus in Mannheim. #wearemannheim

Our department Global Trade & Customs is looking for 4-6 months for an

Intern Global Trade (m/f/d)

Team At our Mannheim Regional Center, the Global Trade & Customs team plays a critical role in ensuring compliant, efficient import and export operations across Europe. As an Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in import compliance, customs operations, and global trade processes within a real industrial environment. You will work closely with experienced customs professionals and support daily operations as well as regulatory and system-related initiatives.

What You'll Get:
* Insight into the activities of a global organization and an international working environment
* attractive compensation package
* flexible and modern work as well as development and further training opportunities
* 35 hours/ week
* creative freedom in the implementation of projects and good supervision
* discounted lunch in the cafeteria

Your Responsibilities:
* Support daily import customs operations (EU imports, free circulation, inward processing)
* Assist with customs declarations and data checks in SAP GTS
* Help monitor and validate customs-relevant master data (tariff classification, origin, preference)
* Support customs audits and internal reviews, including document preparation and data extraction
* Assist with Country of Origin-related data collection and analysis
* Support the customs team in process documentation, work instructions, and training material
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders (logistics, receiving departments, finance, IT)
* Participate in process improvement and automation initiatives within Global Trade

What skills you need:
* Enrolled Bachelor student in Business Administration, International Trade, Logistics, Supply Chain, Economics, or a related field
* Confident communication skills in English; German is an advantage
* Good Microsoft Excel skills
* Interest in customs, international trade, and regulatory compliance
* Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
* Structured and reliable working style
* Basic understanding of import/export processes and first experience with SAP (especially SAP GTS) is a plus, but not required

No matter who you are - you are welcome at John Deere! We firmly believe that diversity and inclusion make us even stronger. If you can identify yourself with this - then we look forward to receiving your online application in English language! 

We are looking forward to your application including Curriculum Vitae, desired period/duration of internship & earliest possible start date, Certificates, University enrollment certificate and Overview of marks/grades & academic regulations/ examination regulations or internship guidelines.

Not everyone can claim that their work contributes to the fundamental needs of the world's growing population. At John Deere, you can! 

As a leading global machinery manufacturer, we produce technologically advanced agricultural, forestry, construction, lawn and grounds care equipment. In recent years, we have developed the company into a more technology focused business. Share with us, our vision of a farm of the future, based on artificial intelligence, automation and connectivity to sustainably feed and shelter our growing world. #leapforward  

John Deere Mannheim\
Personalabteilung
Kirana Spingies

Additional Information:
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