Graduate Program 2027 – Industrial Projects Logistics

Job Description

NextGen Industrial Projects Trainee (Americas) | DHL Global Forwarding

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at DHL Global Forwarding, located in Houston, TX and Buenos Aires, Argentina. DHL Industrial Projects (IP), a part of DHL Global Forwarding’s Integrated Solutions, is a global specialist in project logistics, providing heavy lift and project cargo solutions across various sectors. The role is designed to launch an exciting and rewarding career, providing opportunities to enhance skills across different business facets and contribute to innovative solutions, shaping the future of Industrial Projects.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person – Houston, TX & Buenos Aires, Argentina

• Team: DHL Industrial Projects (IP) within DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) Integrated Solutions, mentored by a senior leader within IP.
• Mission: To develop project logistics expertise through diverse functional assignments and contribute to delivering innovative transport solutions for global customers.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Operations: Rotate through foundational assignments in Operations, Pricing, and Commercial to understand core business principles and processes.
• Specialization: Engage in specialized assignments covering Digital, FCL Procurement, Chartering & Vessel Operation, and Controlling & Finance.
• Broaden Expertise: Participate in roles related to Ocean Freight, Hub Operations, and Health Safety & Environment to gain comprehensive knowledge.
• Solution Development: Contribute to innovative solutions for customers and shape the future of Industrial Projects using acquired experience and skills.
• Network Building: Participate in customer engagements and attend leading industry conferences to build a professional network and enhance career opportunities.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in business, international business, supply chain, logistics, or engineering. This is an Entry-Level role as part of a graduate program.
• Experience: Excellent academic records (GPA 3.0 minimum preferred) or 2 years of relevant working experience, or military background. Extra-curricular activities demonstrating strong team or leadership experience.
• Skills: Strong English communication skills (oral and written), adaptability to changing working environments, sensitivity to diverse working teams, inquisitiveness, self-motivation with a can-do attitude, strong work ethic, and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Bonus: An additional language will be beneficial. Full mobility and willingness to travel and stay in foreign countries during multiple placements abroad.