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Traineeship – People & Culture

For over 35 years, Harren Group has been at the forefront of the ever-changing world of shipping. Today, Harren Group’s core business areas include heavy-lift shipping, maritime engineering solutions, integrated project logistics, ship management and crewing, commodity logistics and offshore wind operations. With an unwavering passion for people and progress, Bremen-based Harren Group is dedicated to leading the energy transition, carrying loads no one else can. 

We bring the world – and their people – closer together.

 

If you’re looking for an exciting job, our programme will be the stepping stone to boost your career.

 

Join our People & Culture team in Hamburg and gain hands-on experience in shaping the employee journey within an international maritime organisation. Work on diverse HR projects in a dynamic environment and help us create a workplace where people thrive.

 

We work with you to customise our modular 12 month traineeship in line with your interests and career goals. 

Position Traineeship – People & Culture
Level Trainee
Location Hamburg
Group member Harren Group

We offer:

  • Hands-on experience across all key People & Culture functions 
  • A multinational workplace with diverse and meaningful HR projects 
  • A strong team culture and an open, supportive atmosphere 
  • Close collaboration with different business units and international colleagues 
  • Dedicated support from experienced HR professionals and a personal trainee mentor 
  • Regular feedback and development discussions throughout the programme 
  • A fair trainee salary with additional benefits (e.g. company fitness, lunch offerings, bike leasing) 
  • 30 days of vacation plus an additional day off on your birthday
  • Enjoy a wide range of company and team events
  • Opportunity for permanent employment after successful completion 

 

Your responsibilities:

Our programme includes different modules, for example:

Module 1 – HR Operations & Administration

  • Supporting day-to-day HR processes (contracts, onboarding, employee lifecycle) 
  • Maintaining HR systems and personnel data 
  • Assisting in payroll preparation and HR compliance topics 

Module 2 – Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding

  • Supporting recruitment processes from job posting to hiring 
  • Active sourcing and candidate communication 
  • Contributing to employer branding and university relations initiatives 

Module 3 – Learning & Development

  • Supporting training programs and development initiatives 
  • Organising workshops, onboarding sessions and internal trainings 
  • Contributing to performance and talent management processes 

Module 4 – People & Culture Projects

  • Collaborating on strategic HR initiatives (e.g. culture, engagement, diversity) 
  • Supporting HR analytics and reporting 
  • Driving own HR projects

 

Your profile:

  • You graduated or are about to graduate with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Psychology or a related field.
  • You do not only have a strong interest in People & Culture, but share our passion!
  • You gained first practical experience in HR (internships, working student roles) – this is only a plus.
  • You of course love communicating and have strong interpersonal skills.
  • You have a very structured, proactive and hands-on working style.
  • You are a fantastic team player who also likes to work independently and as part of an international team.
  • You have very good English skills with German skills as a plus.

 

Your Harren Group journey starts here

As a global maritime group, Harren Group connects people, projects and opportunities across the world. With a strong family culture, flat hierarchies and a future-focused mindset, we offer an environment where you can grow both professionally and personally. 

 

Apply now

Ready to start your career in People & Culture and make an impact from day one?
We look so much forward to receiving your application!

Our promise to you

The Harren Group is committed to fair employment opportunities regardless of ethnic heritage, skin colour, gender, age, marital status, disability, religion, nationality, sexual orientation or social background. Our constant goal is to create a respectful and appreciative working environment for all employees.