International HR Trainee Program

Bayer is a global enterprise with core competencies in the fields of health care, nutrition and high-tech materials. Our products and services are designed to benefit people and improve their quality of life. At the same time, we want to create value through innovation, growth and improved earning power. In this innovative environment, we build on the skills of people who know where they are heading. And on people with a flair for dealing with others. Especially in the area of human resources, which is the direct point of contact for a wide range of issues.

Sounds like you? Then we look forward to hearing from you.

You will find the key information in the program brochure or in the following overview:

Requirements

• A university degree in economics, the social sciences, psychology or law with a focus on personnel issues
• Initial international experience in the field of human resources (e.g. through internships)

Profile

• Very good university grades; preferably a period of foreign study  
• Your strengths include excellent communication skills, commitment, flexibility, an ability to work independently and an aptitude for achieving results in a team
• A high degree of mobility (you are prepared to accept international assignments)
• Excellent German and English; preferably a third language

Length, starting point and content of the trainee program

• The 18-month program includes training in Germany and abroad
• The program starts on May 1st
• The program includes training stations in the different parts of a modern HR function

After the trainee program
For trainees who successfully complete the program, there are opportunities to take on operational or conceptual tasks in an international, regional or local human resources management department at a Bayer Group company in Germany or abroad.

Type of contract
An 18-month contract with the possibility of obtaining a permanent contract if you successfully complete the program.

Applying for the program
We look forward to receiving your application for the 2011 trainee program from mid of November 2010 onwards. Click here to access the online questionnaire. You will then be guided through the application folder.

Attachments
Maximum 5 MB, whereas one attachement cannot exceed 3 MB
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Highest academic qualification
• Highest school qualification
• Relevant certificates of professional experience
• Further relevant certificates, e.g. on previous internships