DHL is the global market leader in the logistics industry and "The Logistics Company for the world". We commit our expertise in international express, air and ocean freight, road and rail transportation, contract logistics and international mail services to adding value for our customers.

DHL is part of Deutsche Post DHL. A global network composed of more than 220 countries and territories and 470,000 employees offers customers superior service, quality and local knowledge to satisfy their supply chain requirements. We accept our social responsibility by supporting climate protection, disaster management and education. Deutsche Post DHL generated revenue of more than 51 billion Euros in 2010.

The Programmes
DHL has opportunities for graduates within Operations Management, Human Resources and Finance. Each programme provides a solid foundation for a progressive and varied career and offers the chance to work for a dynamic company with a strong global brand image. All programmes consist of three placements within different business sectors, which might include working with customers in our retail, healthcare or technology sectors.

Our graduates experience a broad range of cultures, maximise technology and can travel widely throughout an expansive career. There are also opportunities to support community and environmental projects throughout your programme and ongoing career with us.

Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for creative, entrepreneurial graduates who will become the future leaders of our business. We recruit people who are visionary, can take the initiative and seek out ways to advance our business success.



Application Details

Apply online at www.dhl-graduates.com




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Case Study 1

Name: James Windsor
Programme: Graduate Human Resources Programme
Placement Details: Life Sciences and Healthcare & Public Sector, UK

What have you been doing since you joined DHL?
Since starting within DHL I’ve had a comprehensive induction process and learnt about all of the different intricacies of our business; our operations, our employees, but most importantly, our customers.

Why did you choose to join DHL?

• Extensive learning and development opportunities
• Career progression
• Worldwide and reputable brand
• Reward package
• Company culture and ethos
• Corporate and Social Responsibility (CSR) agenda

What have you found to be the best part of your programme?

• Fast pace environment and variety – Our customer requirements are ever changing
• Learning and Development – In addition to on the job experience, I’ve found I’m able to complete a vast amount of training courses related to my role. Furthermore, the graduate training modules are really useful and I’m really looking forward to commencing my CIPD qualification next year!
• Fellow graduates – It’s been really valuable working with other graduates and being able to support each other
• Working with and being mentored by intelligent, creative and like-minded people

Case Study 2

Name: Connie Minty
Programme: Graduate Finance Programme
Placement Details: Express Division

What does your current role involve?
Currently I assist in the monthly forecasting; including depreciation/Capex/Ireland and inter-company cost and revenue forecasts. I also support with accounting for group operating lease commitments and management reporting; including both the production and maintenance of management reports for the different business units within DHL express UK and Ireland.

What have you found to be the best part of your programme?
Being able to network with senior colleagues such as CFO’s and MD’s. Not only do they offer great advice they are really enthusiastic about it as well. This interaction provides a real incentive to succeed when I see the role I could be in one day.

The graduate training modules have also been really invaluable to me. As well as teaching useful skills I use in my placement they also provide an opportunity to network informally with graduates from the other programmes.

Is there any advice you’d offer to others considering applying to DHL?
Research the industry, this will provide you with a better understanding of who DHL are and what they do. Try and find out about some of DHL’s business and CSR initiatives so you get a better understanding of the company you are applying to. Finally, be yourself throughout the application process!

 

Case Study 3

Name: Adam Blake
Programme: Graduate Operations Management Programme
Placement Details: Healthcare Sector

What does your current role involve?
I am involved in process improvement, essentially I analyse the current processes within our distribution centre, create error reports and make recommendations based upon my findings.

What have you found to be the best part of your programme?
I really like the fact that I have been given a lot of early responsibility. This has given me the opportunity to make a valuable contribution to my site. In the short time I’ve been with DHL I have developed my skills and knowledge base immensely and I am hugely grateful for the help that my mentor has given me.

What’s the worst thing about your role / what’s been most challenging?
One of the most challenging parts of my role was to initially gain credibility from the staff on site. I found that the best way to do this was to go “back to the floor” and learn the processes on site from the bottom up. By working hard I proved my credibility and gained a lot of respect from the warehouse operatives.