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Are you about to kick start your career, poised not only to evolve personally but to make a meaningful impact on the world?

Applications open from March 2025

Our Graduate Program offers an ideal launchpad for a career at the forefront of future energy solutions. We give you the opportunity to contribute to the development of pioneering hydrogen technologies, crafting a sustainable future for the generations ahead. Sounds exciting? We invite you to apply for our Graduate Program today.

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5 reasons to join
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I. Your first days

We want your start with us to be as smooth as possible. Therefore, we will provide you with a station buddy right from the start so that you can find your way around and get to know all your colleagues and the office as well as possible. In addition, there is the kick-off week together with the other graduates, where you can get to know everything.

II. Exciting job rotation

Regardless of whether you join us as an engineering or human resources graduate, it is important to us that you get as many insights as possible during the Program to understand the big picture. To do so, you will pass through various stations related to your future department and lay the foundation for the perfect career with us.

III. Go International

As a growing company with great ambitions, we also attach great importance to an international orientation. We are represented in numerous countries such as Germany, Italy, the USA, Japan and Saudi Arabia. Throughout your Graduate Program, you’ll have the chance to gain experience at one of our global locations for a period of time.

IV. Just the beginning?

In order to change the future of energy supply for the better in the long term, we need a strong team that sticks together. Our aim is not only to attract employees, but to retain them. All our graduates are guaranteed a job after the Graduate Program. Even during the Program, we look together at your future prospects at thyssenkrupp nucera.

V. Up for a real challenge?

Many companies promote roles that are forward-thinking. However, with us, these aren’t merely buzzwords – we actively drive changes that will impact generations. We’re at the start of an exciting journey, continuously evolving ourselves and our solutions. Ready for a challenge? Join us, and be at the forefront of a new era.

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Our graduate areas

You can start your Graduate Program in a wide variety of areas – from Service to Procurement, depending on your qualifications. Find out more about the different specialist areas here:

Area #1: Cell Manufacturing

The department Cell Manufacturing is responsible for production and assembly of our electrolysis cells. Key areas of responsibility include determining the manufacturing technology, controlling manufacturing facilities worldwide by specifying KPIs, and establishing and constantly expanding manufacturing capacities and the entire supply chain.

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The Service (Strategy, Products, Governance) department is subdivided into Chlor-Alkali Service and green Hydrogen (gh2) Service. The gH2 Service group within the Service department has the overarching goal of supporting all thyssenkrupp nucera customers with AWE electrolyzers during operation and maintenance. The group’s main task is to create, develop business and sales strategies for, conduct business development, and execute sales of the service portfolio that convinces customers to always use thyssenkrupp nucera as their first point of contact for questions about the electrolyzer.

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The Procurement and Supply Management department pursues the goal of ensuring the efficient procurement and management of resources within the value chain in order to meet the needs of the company. This includes the strategic procurement of goods and services, ensuring efficient supply chain integration, cost optimization and guaranteeing the continuous availability of required materials and services. The department is segmented into various sub-areas in order to effectively manage the specific functions and responsibilities.

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The Research and Development function is subdivided into two departments: green Hydrogen (gh2) R&D on the one hand, gH2 Diversification, Chlor-Alkali R&D and IP on the other hand. The goal of R&D is to innovate, create and improve thyssenkrupp nucera’s electrolysis stacks and technologies, as well as to create and protect know-how and IP. The R&D team is deeply interconnected to many other teams at thyssenkrupp nucera, since its function is crucial to preserve nucera’s competitiveness in the market.

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What to expect

To help you find out whether we are a good match, here are a few of the most important factors that are important to us as an employer:

Diversity

Diverse backgrounds, ages and experiences are the secret ingredient that make us grow – we are committed to strengthening diversity and inclusion at the workplace where employees can develop to achieve their full potential and a culture that welcomes differences and creates a sense of belonging.

Career boost

A successful career is about more than just having an impressive resume. We provide prestigious opportunities with a global reach. Moreover, we present roles that foster both personal and professional growth. Every graduate is assured a position with us, offering the ideal launchpad for their career.

Team Spirit

By working with diverse, multinational teams, you learn what teamwork means every day. We create opportunities for open exchange and value an open-door policy. We create, celebrate and transform together. The bigger the challenge, the bigger the party afterwards.

"This is a very special time right now. We can be part of shaping the business of water electrolysis."

– Esther Fox, Head of Group Process Engineering

And this is how the new era could start for you: The application process.

Step 1

Your Application

The application phase for the new cohort starts every March. The job posts will take you to our thyssenkrupp nucera job portal: Show us who you are and what makes you special. As soon as you have sent your application, you will receive a confirmation message from us.
Step 2

Screening

Together with the specialist department, we carefully look through all your documents: who are you and what makes you tick? What experience do you have and what are your expectations of us?
Step 3

Catch-up Call

To get to know you, your story, goals and expectations better, we will invite you to a 30-minute video call. Here, you will also receive further information about the Program and can ask your questions.
Step 4

Experience Days

The most suitable candidates will be invited to our Experience Day in person. There, you will have the opportunity to get to know our company vision and business better and to show off your skills in a professional exchange. In a relaxed atmosphere, you can also chat with colleagues on site and talk about their daily work and specializations at thyssenkrupp nucera.
Step 5

Decision and Feedback

Shortly after the Experience Days, we will contact you and give you more information about our decision and possible next steps.

What might be important for you

Here are some facts about the Program:

Our Graduate Program provides valuable exposure to four functional areas of our business, including an international assignment and access to exclusive networking and learning opportunities within 12-18 months. Beginning every fall, it is the perfect starting point for your career and offers room for your personal and professional growth.

You will start as permanent employee with thyssenkrupp nucera. This means after the program, you start an unlimited position in the defined target functional area. With an alumni community, we ensure that you can continue to network with peers after the program.

At the beginning and end of each station, you will have an expectation meeting with the person responsible for the station. Within each station, you will have a “station buddy” who will help you with questions and give you regular feedback. You will also have regular opportunities to interact with other graduates. From the fourth station on, you will also be assigned a mentor who will guide you from being a graduate to the position in your target functional area.

We are committed to strengthening diversity and inclusion at our workplace. We strive to create an inclusive work environment where employees can develop to achieve their full potential and a culture that welcomes differences and creates a sense of belonging. This is why we welcome applications from people with all kinds of backgrounds – regardless of their origin, gender, social background, sexual orientation and identity, religion or other beliefs, disability and age. If you need support with the application process, please get in touch.

Bring your whole self to your application by showcasing your ambitions, volunteer work, pertinent courses, and projects that hone your skills. Hobbies and passions can make you distinctive—just be prepared to articulate their relevance to your work. However, remember to be selective about the hobbies you mention.

The program is designed mainly for bachelor’s and master’s degree graduates, but it also provides an excellent opportunity for young professionals to launch their careers at thyssenkrupp nucera.

Any more questions?

Simply contact Christina, HR Development Manager, responsible for the global Graduate Program. We look forward to chatting with you!
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