Trainee Programs

Our offer for graduates: As a trainee, you will actively work with us from the very beginning on challenging projects and take on your own responsibilities. You can also build up your network in the company as you do so.

The ideal start

In our individually tailored seminars, we will prepare you for a qualified entry position. So there is nothing to stop you from enjoying a quick and uncomplicated start at Fresenius. Prove your skills and record your first professional success!

Currently, the following divisions offer trainee programs:

Join us now as a trainee!

A trainee program is just the right start to your career for you? Then apply now for one of our trainee programs at Helios or Vamed! We look forward to receiving your application!

The High Potential Finance Program

Projects in an interdisciplinary environment

With our corporate philosophy of "caring for life", we have set ourselves the goal of improving the quality of life of critically and chronically ill patients.

Our global units offer a variety of opportunities to work in an international environment. As a high potential, you will have the opportunity to take on responsible and creative projects in the finance environment right from the start.

Variety guaranteed

During the HiPo Finance Program you will get to know at least 3 different departments, a department assignment lasts between 5 and 6 months. You will spend part of the program (5-6 months) abroad at one of our worldwide locations. The following applies to each area of activity: We make sure that you can contribute yourself and your strengths in a targeted manner.

We will keep an eye on your development

Throughout the program, you will develop both your professional expertise and your interdisciplinary skills with the support of a personal mentor. You will also continue to develop personally and we will support you with the appropriate seminars & training.

In addition to your professional and personal development, we offer you the opportunity to actively exchange ideas in our large network.

Together with you, we would like to develop ideas and turn them into reality in order to support medical professionals around the world in providing the best possible therapy for critically and chronically ill patients on a daily basis and thus make our contribution to healthcare.

Further information about the High Potential Finance Program

Pave your way to a career in finance with our 18-month high potential finance program. During the program, you will not only learn about the different facets of a leading global healthcare company, but also work independently on projects and tasks with local and global significance for a subsequent successful professional or management career.

Program components
  • 18 months program with three department assignments (corporate finance, local finance, parent company Fresenius SE)
  • One assignment abroad (possible locations all around the globe)
  • Board/management steered project with global significance
  • Senior executive mentoring throughout the whole program
  • Opening, development and closing week for professional and self development
Your profile
  • Finance, economics or strategy background with Master or MBA degree with working experience (1 year) and excellent final grade OR PhD from university/business school and excellent final grade
  • Firm knowledge in the area Accounting, Controlling, FP&A or Corporate Finance
  • Fluency in English, other languages are beneficial
  • Strong interest and willingness to develop a career in finance/strategy in the healthcare industry
  • High degree of mobility and flexibility for international employment within Fresenius Kabi
  • Strong analytical skills, enthusiasm for complex tasks and solution orientation
  • High performance orientation and resilience
  • Excellent communication skills and willingness to work with multicultural and cross-functional stakeholders
  • Advanced MS office and SAP skills
Locations
  • Bad Homburg
  • 5-6-month assignment abroad
Start date and duration
  • October
  • 18 months, limited

Your contact

Leonie Grebner
Leonie Grebner
Manager Talent, Leadership and Organizational Development
Fresenius Kabi Deutschland GmbH Else-Kröner-Straße 1DE 61352 Bad Homburg Germany

Curious?

Apply now for the High Potential Finance Program!

The Helios Future Talent Trainee Program

Intense from the very first moment

Helios has developed a range of special and promising trainee programs for ambitious young professionals. Are you focusing on Management, Finance & Controlling or Purchasing? Or would you like to get started in the area of IT, Care Management or Personnel (Management)? Then you have come to the right place.

Choose your start date and within 24 months, you will be familiar with the various areas in clinics of very different sizes and in different regions and will gain valuable practical experience. You will work as an intern in the wards and actively participate. In this way, you will experience the interesting structures and processes of the functional areas, such as Surgery, Physiotherapy and Sonography, as well as other areas, such as Human Resources, Quality Management or Marketing. You will gain an intensive insight into the workings of a hospital.

With a tailored development plan, we also promote the deepening of your knowledge and the development of your skills in your respective areas of specialization.

„You will receive systematic preparation for future tasks in our programs and will be able to develop your professional and interdisciplinary skills. Take advantage of this opportunity.”
Christoph Wachsmann,Team Leader Talent Management

Further information on the Helios Future Talent Trainee Programs

Management

The trainee program is aimed at graduates with a degree in Economics or a legal studies degree.

    The most important information at a glance

    Your profile

    • Initial practical experience in Hospital Management

    Practical placements

    • Training content is determined on the basis of a customized development plan
    • Placements in different departments, clinics and regions
    • Handling cross-site projects
    • Taking responsibility for projects

    Locations

    • Placements across Germany, location changes every 6–9 months
    Start date and duration
    • Flexible
    • 24 months
    Objectives of the trainee program
    • Getting to know the operational hospital business (organization and interfaces) and its strategic development
    • Working with benchmarks
    • Attending negotiations and budget discussions
    • Gaining initial leadership experience
    Possible positions
    Human Resources Management

    The trainee program is aimed at graduates of a degree program with a focus on Personnel or a law degree or commercial training with relevant professional experience in operational Human Resources.

      The most important information at a glance

      Your profile

      • Initial practical experience in Human Resources

      Practical placements

      • Training content is determined on the basis of a customized development plan
      • Placements in different departments, clinics and regions
      • Handling cross-site projects
      • Taking responsibility for projects

      Locations

      • Placements across Germany, location changes every 6–9 months
      • Deployment at Helios headquarters in Berlin
      Start date and duration
      • Flexible
      • 24 months
      Objectives of the trainee program
      • Getting to know the operational and strategic human resources system
      • Getting to know the different departments/interfaces within the hospital organization
      • Getting to know the legal framework
      • Personnel recruitment, support, development and controlling
      • Working with benchmarks
      • Cooperation with the works council
      • Gaining initial leadership experience
      Possible positions
      • Head of Human Resources
      Purchasing

      The trainee program is aimed at graduates with a degree in Economics or a technical degree.

        The most important information at a glance

        Your profile

        • Initial practical experience

        Practical placements

        • Training content is determined on the basis of a customized development plan
        • Placements in different departments, clinics and regions
        • Handling cross-site projects
        • Taking responsibility for projects

        Locations

        • Placements across Germany, location changes every 6–9 months
        Start date and duration
        • Flexible
        • 24 months
        Objectives of the trainee program
        • Getting to know the operational hospital business (organization and interfaces) and its strategic development
        • Working with benchmarks
        • Handling and helping with supplier negotiations
        • Getting to know the ordering requirements and order processing in the hospital
        • Getting to know logistic processes
        • Attending meetings of medical committees
        • Gaining initial leadership experience
        Possible positions
        • Head of Department of Purchasing or Logistics
        • Regional Management
        IT

        The trainee program is aimed at graduates with a degree in Medical Information Technology, Business Information Technology or IT.

          The most important information at a glance

          Your profile

          • Initial vocational training or initial professional experience

          Practical placements

          • Training content is determined on the basis of a customized development plan
          • Placements in different departments, clinics and regions
          • Handling cross-site projects
          • Taking responsibility for projects

          Locations

          • Placements across Germany, location changes every 6–9 months
          Start date and duration
          • Flexible
          • 24 months
          Objectives of the trainee program
          • Getting to know the operational hospital business (organization and interfaces) and its strategic development
          • Getting to know the Helios IT system: IT strategy, planning, procedures and standards
          • Working with benchmarks
          • Interdisciplinary cooperation
          • Gaining initial leadership experience
          Possible positions
          • Head of IT
          • Regional Management
          Care management

          The trainee program is aimed at graduates with training in Healthcare and (Pediatric) Nursing and a scientific or commercial degree in the area of Nursing and Healthcare.

            The most important information at a glance

            Your profile

            • Initial practical experience at a hospital

            Practical placements

            • Training content is determined on the basis of a customized development plan
            • Placements in different departments, clinics and regions
            • Handling cross-site projects
            • Taking responsibility for projects

            Locations

            • Placements across Germany, location changes every 6–9 months
            Start date and duration
            • Flexible
            • 24 months
            Objectives of the trainee program
            • Getting to know the operational hospital routine and strategic development of care
            • Working with care benchmarks
            • Getting to know the legal framework, quality assurance and process design
            • Gaining initial leadership experience
            Possible positions
            • Care Manager
            Controlling & Finance

            The trainee program is aimed at graduates with an Economics degree with a focus on Controlling/Finance.

              The most important information at a glance

              Your profile

              • Initial practical experience in Controlling or Finance

              Practical placements

              • Training content is determined on the basis of a customized development plan
              • Placements in different departments, clinics and regions
              • Handling cross-site projects
              • Taking responsibility for projects

              Locations

              • Placements across Germany, location changes every 6–9 months
              • Deployment at Helios headquarters in Berlin and the Fresenius Group headquarters in Bad Homburg
              Start date and duration
              • Flexible
              • 24 months
              Objectives of the trainee program
              • Getting to know the operational hospital business (organization and interfaces) and its strategic development
              • Working with benchmarks
              • Getting to know the financial reporting system, for example quarterly and annual reports, business planning
              • Gaining initial leadership experience
              Possible positions
              • Head of Controlling or Finance
              • Regional Management
              Medical technology

              The trainee program is aimed at applicants with vocational training as a Medical Technician (M/F/X), a technical degree or a comparable qualification. The training takes place at Helios, but the contract runs through Fresenius Vamed.

                The most important information at a glance

                Your profile

                • Initial practical experience in Medical Technology

                Practical placements

                • Training content is determined on the basis of a customized development plan
                • Placements in different departments, clinics and regions
                • Handling cross-site projects
                • Taking responsibility for projects

                Locations

                • Placements across Germany, location changes every 6–9 months
                Start date and duration
                • Flexible
                • 24 months
                Objectives of the trainee program
                • Getting to know the operational hospital business (organization and interfaces) and its strategic development in the field of Medical Technology
                • Implementation and management of projects
                • Attending negotiations and budget discussions
                • Gaining initial leadership experience
                Possible positions
                • Team management, department management, regional management at Fresenius Vamed
                Technical management

                The trainee program is aimed at applicants with a degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Hospital Operations Technology, Architecture or a comparable qualification. The training takes place at Helios, but the contract runs through Fresenius Vamed.

                  The most important information at a glance

                  Your profile

                  • Initial practical experience in Industrial Engineering

                  Practical placements

                  • Training content is determined on the basis of a customized development plan
                  • Placements in different departments, clinics and regions
                  • Handling cross-site projects
                  • Taking responsibility for projects

                  Locations

                  • Placements across Germany, location changes every 6–9 months
                  Start date and duration
                  • Flexible
                  • 24 months
                  Objectives of the trainee program
                  • Getting to know the operational hospital business (organization and interfaces) and its strategic development in the field of Industrial Engineering
                  • Implementation and management of projects
                  • Attending negotiations and budget discussions
                  • Gaining initial leadership experience
                  Possible positions
                  • Team management, department management, regional management at Fresenius Vamed

                  For more information on the Future Talent Trainee Programs, including application dates and answers to frequently asked questions, please visit the Helios career website (german only).

                  Curious?

                  Apply now for the Helios Future Talent Trainee Programs!

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