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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:

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Current trainee positions

The bKabi Trainee Programs

Projects in an interdisciplinary environment

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

Our global strategic units offer a wide range of opportunities to work in an international environment. As a trainee, you have the opportunity to take on creative projects with responsibility right from the start.

Variety guaranteed

Within the trainee program, you will change departments as part of the training objective. Each department placement lasts between three and six months. You spend three months of the trainee program abroad (as far as the global situation permits, for example this may be different during the Covid-19 pandemic) in one of our worldwide locations. The following applies to each field of activity: We take care to ensure that you can use your strengths in a targeted manner.

We will keep an eye on your development

Throughout the entire program, you will develop both professional expertise and specialist skills with the support of a personal mentor. You will also develop personally and we will support you with the appropriate seminars & training sessions.

In addition to your professional and personal development, we offer you the opportunity to actively exchange ideas and prepare for a qualified entry position in our vast network.

With your help, we want to develop ideas and put them into practice in order to support healthcare professionals in the best possible treatment of critically and chronically ill patients on a daily and worldwide basis and thus to make our contribution to healthcare.

Further information about our bKabi Trainee Programs

Corporate Accounting & Controlling

EBIT, cash flow, EVA, KPIs, sustainability, stakeholder value, cost of sales accounting format – you already know everything from your degree, but now you want to put what you have learned into practice! We are offering you a chance to start your career as a trainee within the Corporate Controlling department at the company headquarters in Bad Homburg.

Objective

In the 18-month trainee program, you will constantly be handling analysis, processes and projects. Your placements will be varied and interesting. As a trainee in Corporate Accounting & Controlling, you will get to know the entire Group. Since we adapt individual placements not only to your knowledge and skills, but also to the practical requirements, your deployment will be completely tailored. As you are to become acquainted with our company as a global player, you will also complete part of the trainee program abroad. In addition to the practical section, you will participate in internal and external seminars, network meetings and trade fairs and shadow experienced professionals, all of which will help prepare you for the next steps in your career.

Possible positions

Junior Controller
Assistant to the management
Project Manager

Your profile

A good degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Business Administration, Economics or Business Information Technology and a great affinity with controlling
Placements alongside your studies and/or initial professional experience
An international orientation to your academic education and good English skills are a prerequisite due to our worldwide activities
In addition to being highly motivated and possessing excellent knowledge of MS Office, you will also need the ability to adapt quickly to completely new tasks and teams, as well as being open to other cultural groups
In addition, as this is an entry-level position, you will need to possess the necessary independence and perseverance
Excellent IT skills, especially in relation to CO and BW SAP modules as well as MS Office applications

Locations

Bad Homburg and locations across Germany
Three-month international placement

Start date and duration

Demand-based, flexible
18 months, fixed-term

Corporate Finance

EBIT, cash flow, EVA, KPIs, sustainability, stakeholder value, cost of sales accounting format – you already know everything from your degree, but now you want to put what you have learned into practice! To that end, we are offering a chance to start your career as a trainee within the Corporate Finance department, Strategy & M&A at the company headquarters in Bad Homburg.

Objective

During the 18-month trainee program in Corporate Finance, Strategy, & M&A you will get to know the entire Group and gain an insight into different topics and questions, and in Germany you will work your way through the Strategic Financial Analysis, Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Finance and the Project Management Office departments. Since we customize individual trainee program placements not only to your knowledge and skills and adapt them to the practical requirements, your placement will be entirely tailored to you. You will get to know our company as a global player and also complete part of the trainee program abroad. In addition, you will participate in internal and external seminars that prepare you for the next steps in your career.

Possible positions

Junior Manager Strategic Financial Analysis
Assistant to the management
Project Manager

Your profile

A good university education with a focus on Business Administration, Economics and/or Business Information Technology, preferably with a focus on Finance
First practical experience in the areas of Corporate Finance, Project Management and Business Analysis
In-depth knowledge of MS Office applications and CO and BW SAP modules and the treasury application TIPCO (TIP)
Prior knowledge of developing financing concepts, cash flow reporting, transfer pricing and the concepts and methods of project management would be advantageous
Very good English skills are a prerequisite due to our worldwide activities
High degree of initiative and motivation
The ability to adapt quickly to completely new tasks and teams, as well as openness to other cultures, are a matter of course for you

Locations

Bad Homburg and locations across Germany
Three-month international placement

Start date and duration

Demand-based, flexible
18 months, fixed-term

Quality Assurance

Are you interested in quality assurance and would like to deal with challenges in the analysis and quality control of clinical food right after your scientific studies? Do you want to do that across national borders? In our plant for the production of clinical food, you will learn about various production areas as part of your Quality Assurance activities. As part of the whole, you will be involved in projects and work independently in your area.

Objective

During your 18-month trainee program, you will learn all aspects of quality and process Management. This includes, for example, the application of modern analysis methods, approval processes, and laboratory and contract manufacturing management. You will also contribute to quality assurance and gain an insight into approval processes. At the same time, we will give you the opportunity to build a global, cross-functional network that can benefit you in many ways, especially if you want to take on an international role in quality and process management after completing your trainee program!

Possible positions

Quality Assurance Manager
Group Leader at one of our global locations

Your profile

Very good degree results and a reasonable study duration in one of the following degree courses: Food Chemistry, Food Microbiology, Nutritional Science or a similar subject or completed doctorate
Initial professional experience (e.g. through internships) already in your area of specialism
Experience with MS Office
Very good knowledge of English as well as intercultural competence (if possible through an international component within your degree)
Very willing to work and grasp things quickly
Communication skills, team skills and analytical thinking
Work independently and are assertive

Locations

Bad Homburg and locations across Germany
Three-month international placement

Start date and duration

Demand-based, flexible
18 months, fixed-term

Quality Management

Are you interested in Quality Management and would you like to prepare for a challenging entry-level position right after your science degree? Your future is our priority if you want to meet the challenge of ensuring efficient and effective Quality Management within Fresenius Kabi, as well as efficient and effective management of global projects in Quality Management.

Objective

During your 18-month trainee program, you will learn all aspects of quality and process Management. We will send you from Oberursel/Bad Homburg on a journey through our production world in order to identify and further expand your potential and strengths. In several plants, you will support teams with Quality Management and Quality Control. We will help you familiarize yourself with our processes there as well as with chemical, physical and microbiological control procedures. We will show you what is important for the approval of raw materials, intermediates and end products, and pass onto you our specialist knowledge of quality management for active pharmaceutical ingredients and enteral nutrition. At the same time, we will give you the opportunity to build a global, cross-functional network that can benefit you in many ways, especially if you want to take on an international role in quality and process management after completing your trainee program!

Possible positions

(Junior) Manager Quality Management
Group Leader at one of our global locations

Your profile

A good degree, diploma or master's degree in Natural Sciences, e.g. Chemistry, Biology or Pharmacy or a doctorate
Initial professional experience (e.g. through internships) in Quality Control or Pharmaceuticals
We also assume insights into pharmaceutical law and basic commercial knowledge in support of your application
Due to the international and mobile nature of the program, we continue to expect strong intercultural openness, a willingness to travel, and very good spoken and written English
Other foreign language skills, especially Spanish, are welcome

Locations

Oberursel and locations across Europe
Three-month international placement

Start date and duration

Demand-based, flexible
18 months, fixed-term

Going international?

The Fresenius Kabi bGlobal Trainee Program

The Global Trainee Program at Fresenius Kabi provides a unique understanding of our group – a rotational program at its best. During the international rotation, the trainee will acquire a holistic view of Fresenius Kabi, not only at several locations around the globe, but also in challenging global, regional and local projects. The program offers the opportunity to discover major strengths and to build up a broad international network.

Regular feedback, targeted training and personal development measures are just a few examples of a systematic approach.

Global programs at Fresenius Kabi

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The Helios Future Talent Trainee Program

Intense from the very first moment

Fresenius 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

Follow-up program Assistant to the hospital management (german only)
Later, manage your own site

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

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).

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More information about Helios

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The VAMED Trainee Program

Start young

VAMED offers talented young people with outstanding commitment and motivation the opportunity to participate in an 18-month trainee program. The trainee programs in different areas of the company and specialist departments start at regular intervals. You can expect an extensive education combined with a wide range of practical "on the job” experience. Our trainees are trained step by step in the various business units under the guidance and mentoring of experienced specialists and managers. After successfully completing our trainee program, we offer you the opportunity to take on a specific task within the VAMED Group according to individual preferences and abilities.

Further information about the VAMED Trainee Programs

Organization Planning at hospitals/healthcare facilities

The trainee program is aimed at graduates with

a degree in Industrial Engineering, Architecture, Building Construction, Medical Technology, Economics, Law or Medicine
a post-graduate degree with a focus on Hospital Management or Nursing Studies
a degree in Health Management with technical training

The most important information at a glance

Your profile

Interest in healthcare
Knowledge of the process landscape in healthcare facilities

Practical placements

Relevant departments in the VAMED Group
Placements in healthcare facilities across Austria
Active participation in national and international projects

Locations

Vienna with placements across Austria
After the trainee program, placements abroad lasting several years are possible

Start date and duration

Demand-based, flexible
18 months

Objectives of the trainee program

Preparation for future tasks with high levels of responsibility in the specialist planning and management of a hospital
Getting to know the operational business areas

Possible positions

Head of Department
Total Operational Management
Management

Management of operations in healthcare facilities

The trainee program is aimed at graduates with

a degree in Industrial Engineering, Architecture, Building Construction, Medical Technology, Economics, Law or Medicine
a post-graduate degree with a focus on Hospital Management or Nursing Studies
a degree in Health Management with technical training

The most important information at a glance

Your profile

Interest in healthcare
Knowledge of the process landscape in healthcare facilities

Practical placements

Relevant departments in the VAMED Group
Placements in healthcare facilities across Austria
Active participation in national and international projects

Locations

Vienna with placements across Austria
After the trainee program, placements abroad lasting several years are possible

Start date and duration

Demand-based, flexible
18 months

Objectives of the trainee program

Preparation for future tasks with high levels of responsibility in the specialist planning and management of a hospital
Getting to know the operational business areas

Possible positions

Head of Department
Total Operational Management
management

Hospital Controlling

The trainee program is aimed at graduates with

business management training with a focus on Controlling/Accounting as well as an additional training in Healthcare
relevant training in Healthcare and additional business training
technical training with additional business training

The most important information at a glance

Your profile

Professional experience in Controlling
Interest in Healthcare
Readiness for multi-year placements abroad

Practical placements

Placements in various healthcare facilities across Austria
Controlling department in a management company belonging to the VAMED Group
Participation in national Controlling projects

Locations

Vienna with placements across Austria
After the trainee program, placements abroad lasting several years are possible

Start date and duration

Demand-based, flexible
18 months

Objectives of the trainee program

Preparation for the future, responsible Controlling tasks in healthcare facilities
Getting to know the operational business areas

Possible positions

Head of Department Group
Total Operational Management
management

Technical service

The trainee program is aimed at graduates with

a technical degree with a focus on Facility Management
a technical degree with additional business education
a degree in business administration with technical training

The most important information at a glance

Your profile

Interest in healthcare
Technical affinity
Willingness to undertake placements abroad and to travel

Practical placements

Relevant departments in the VAMED Group
Interesting international placements in healthcare facilities
Active participation in national and international projects

Locations

Vienna with international placements
After the trainee program, placements abroad lasting several years are possible

Start date and duration

Demand-based, flexible
18 months

Objectives of the trainee program

Preparation for future tasks with high levels of responsibility in the technical management of healthcare facilities
Getting to know the operational business areas

Possible positions

Head of Department
Technical operations management
Management

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

The trainee program is aimed at graduates with a degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Technical Building Equipment, Medical Technology, Business Information Technology or Business Administration.