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Traineeship in People & Culture

Confidential company · Hamburg · Posted Jun 1, 2026

Public summary

Join an international maritime organisation based in Hamburg for a 12-month traineeship in People & Culture. Gain practical experience across key HR functions including HR operations, talent acquisition, learning and development, and strategic HR projects. The programme is tailored to individual interests and career goals, offering collaboration with international teams and seasoned HR mentors. Ideal for recent graduates with a degree in HR, Business Administration, Psychology or related fields who seek a dynamic, diverse, and supportive work environment. Excellent English skills required; German skills are a plus.

Location and work setup

Location
Hamburg
Remote status
On-site
German requirement signal
No German Required Detected
Detected job language
English

Responsibilities

Support day-to-day HR processes such as contracts, onboarding, employee lifecycle management, maintain HR systems and personnel data, assist with payroll preparation and HR compliance. Participate in recruitment activities including job posting, sourcing, candidate communication, and employer branding initiatives. Support training programs, onboarding sessions, internal workshops, and contribute to performance and talent management. Collaborate on strategic HR initiatives related to culture, engagement, diversity; support HR analytics and reporting; and lead independent HR projects.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field. Strong interest and passion for People & Culture. Prior practical experience in HR (internships or working student roles) is a plus. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Structured, proactive, hands-on working style. Ability to work independently and as a member of an international team. Very good command of English; German language skills are advantageous.

Skills

HR operations HR administration Talent acquisition Employer branding Learning and development HR projects Payroll preparation Employee onboarding HR compliance Communication Teamwork English language