Trainee, People & Organisation

Uniper

full-time

Posted on: 1/12/2026

Location Type: Office

Location: Düsseldorf • Germany

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About the role

During the 18–24 month trainee program, you will build a deep understanding of Uniper’s business, its value drivers, and the market environment.
Learn from subject-matter experts, expand your network, and lead your own projects where you can contribute ideas.
Participate in an active trainee community, attend numerous training courses and development opportunities, and network with peers.
Begin your program in People & Organisation (P&O) for the first six months, then rotate flexibly across the organization according to your individual career path and interests.
Design your own placement plan and receive guidance from a dedicated mentor.
In your home unit (P&O), contribute to integrating AI into HR processes, leveraging automation to optimize workflows and drive digital transformation across P&O functions.
Your work will support the transition toward a more data-driven and digitally enabled P&O function.

Completed degree in business administration, human resources, or a related field.
Strong digital mindset and a keen interest in the digital transformation of HR.
Relevant practical experience gained through internships and/or working-student roles; intercultural experience is a plus.
Motivation to learn and grow in an international environment; proactive, self-driven, and able to collaborate across teams.
Excellent communication skills, ability to build networks among stakeholders, and strong analytical capabilities.
Fluent English required; German or other languages are a plus.

Benefits

Flexible Work / New Normal: Choose how, where, and when you work in coordination with your team and job requirements.
Ergonomic, modern equipment for home and office workspaces.
Support for balancing private life and work: family service (30 days per year).
Individual personal and professional development.
Mentoring.
Buddy program.
Large, international, and diverse trainee community.
Career network and events, including initiatives for social commitment.
Flu vaccination.
Preventive health benefits.
Employee assistance program.
Free employee gym at the Düsseldorf location.
Free parking at our Düsseldorf site.
E‑car charging stations at almost all Uniper locations.
Group accident insurance.
Employer-funded contributions to a modern pension scheme.
Option for additional employee-funded pension contributions with employer matching.

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

digital transformationAI integrationautomationdata-driven processesworkflow optimization

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