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Germany

Industrial engineering excellence (Siemens, BMW, Bosch, SAP) with international mobility.

German grad programs (Siemens, Bosch, BMW, SAP, Allianz) are rigorous 24-month rotations with mandatory international assignments. Masters degree expected. Blue Card visa easy for engineers.

Programs
5
Companies
5
Peak Season
Cycle Type
Fall

Visa & Work Authorization

EU Blue Card: Requires German job offer + €56,400 min salary (€43,992 for shortage occupations). Fast-track to permanent residency (21-33 months). German B2+ required for most non-English programs.

Recruiting Cycle

German recruiting peaks September-January for September start.

Unique Considerations for Germany

Masters degree expected for competitive programs

German language B2+ preferred (sometimes required)

Assessment Centres (Assessment Center) are standard

13th-month salary + 30 days leave are standard

All 5 Programs in Germany

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Siemens Graduate Program (SGP)

Siemens

EUR 60k+
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Bosch Graduate Program

Robert Bosch GmbH

EUR 58k+
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BMW Group Graduate Trainee (SpeedUp)

BMW Group

EUR 65k+
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SAP Early Talent Program

SAP

EUR 55k+
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Allianz Global Graduate Program

Allianz SE

EUR 65k+

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