The application procedure
To participate in the selection procedure, it is imperative for you to submit your application documents within the time allotted. You can only apply using the online application form which you can open with the “Apply now!” button in the job position. The job positions are published on this page (at the top).
Please apply with complete application documents. These include your cover letter, CV, graduation diploma and relevant certificates for your studies. From your application letter, we would like to learn what makes a career start via a trainee programme so interesting for you. Evaluations, e.g. of your internships or working student activities, are also an important part of your application.
Unfortunately, any applications received after the application deadline cannot be considered.
First selection stage: telephone interviews
Trainees are selected through a two-tiered selection procedure.
After careful consideration of the application documents, we invite selected candidates for a telephone interview. We already start issuing invitations before the application deadline. Applicants who have successfully completed the telephone interview are invited for the second selection stage, a one-day selection procedure.
If your application was not considered during the first selection stage, we will inform you of this by phone or by E-Mail.
Second selection stage: one-day selection procedure
The second selection stage is a one-day selection procedure at the 50Hertz headquarters in Berlin. As a rule, four to five applicants are invited. For the selection procedure, a full day should be planned (including travel time).
Managers from the different departments as well as HR representatives participate in the selection procedure on the company’s behalf. Within one week after the selection procedure, the participants are informed of the result. If you are interested, you can always ask for an individual feedback Meeting.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply at 50Hertz?
Please only use our online application forms which you can access through our job positions (see above).
Which degree do I need to have in order to apply?
The positions are exclusively posted for graduates with a master degree or diploma.
When can I apply?
While the trainee positions are posted, you can apply using the online application form.
Which documents need to be included in my application?
Please submit a cover letter, your current CV, an overview of your grades, diplomas (high school, college or university) and evaluations by any recent employers (internships, working student activities etc.). From your application letter, we would like to learn why you are interested in a career start via a trainee programme.
What do I do if I want to upload more files than there are available upload fields in the application form?
Unfortunately, you cannot send us more files than there are upload fields. The best approach is to bundle your documents in a PDF document and send this to us.
I am currently completing my studies. Can I still apply?
If your studies end by late September, you can apply without any problem. In this case, just send us an overview of your current grades and simply submit your diploma later on.
Are my travel expenses for the selection procedure in Berlin reimbursed?
Yes. We will gladly cover any reasonable costs. Please use public transport when possible. For the reimbursement, we need the original transport tickets / receipts as well as your bank account information.
The trainee programme takes place at several locations. Does this mean I have to move?
No, the main place of work for the trainee programme are the headquarters in Berlin. Assignments outside Berlin are only temporary and 50Hertz will help you find temporary accommodation.
How long does the trainee programme take?
The trainee programme lasts 24 months in total and starts on 1 October.
How many stations will I have during the traineeship?
The training schedule is drawn up individually for each trainee. As a rule, all trainee stations take between three and four months; shorter assignments are possible in individual cases.
Will I be hired after the trainee programme?
We expressly aim at filling a vacant position after the successful conclusion of the trainee programme.
What if I have any other questions?
Linda Schmid, who is responsible for the 50Hertz trainee programme, will be glad to answer your questions: contact her at work@50hertz.com.