The position
Are you looking for an exciting challenge to apply, deepen, and expand your communications knowledge through practical experience? Join an internationally successful company recognized as a "Global Top Employer" multiple times in a row.
Apply now for a communications traineeship in the Employee Communications team!
As part of our Employee Communications team within Corporate Affairs, you support strategic internal communications that empower, inspire and engage our global workforce. Through high-quality content and editorial work on key corporate topics, you help employees understand our strategy, leadership and culture and see how their work contributes to our strategic business goals. By enabling effective change communication and meaningful dialogue, you strengthen employee engagement and help shape Boehringer Ingelheim's reputation from the inside. The traineeship at the Employee Communications team (German Volontariat) enables participants to gain professional development and profound insights into working practices at Boehringer Ingelheim's headquarters. The position is designed to provide a comprehensive and practical understanding of different communication areas within the organization. Regular professional feedback will be provided to ensure your continuous growth and development.
Tasks & responsibilities
- As part of the team, you support the development and execution of effective global internal communication strategies for highly strategic corporate topics.
- You create, write and publish content for various internal channels.
- You monitor and manage our communities on our internal social media platform.
- You work with key internal stakeholders and external agencies to execute projects from a cross-functional perspective.
- Ensure quality, consistency and continuous improvement of internal communications
As a trainee within a team that forms part of Corporate Affairs, you undertake two 2-week internships within the wider Corporate Affairs team to learn more about other areas of communication and broaden your understanding of the organization. You also get the opportunity to engage in exchanges with other trainees to share knowledge and experiences.In addition, you attend one or two external seminars or training sessions for your professional development.
Your profile
- Bachelor's/Master's degree in public relations, communications, journalism, or any other relevant field
- Excellent command of English, both in written and spoken form
- Prior experience in communications through internships or part-time jobs is preferred
- Experience in copywriting and editing
- Skillful use of MS Office suite including the application of AI
- High level of initiative and motivation, a structured way of working, and excellent team skills
- Great performance in fast-paced, deadline-driven settings
What we can offer you
- A full-time traineeship is37.5 hours per week.
- During your communications traineeship you will receive a wage of€2,800 gross per month.
- You are eligible for ayearly bonus (VPR).
- You will be given2.5 days of paid time off for every full month of the traineeship.
- In our team, we offer ahybrid working model. This means you can work remotely for several days per week.
- The reporting manager will develop atraineeship plan with you to enable a learning curve throughout the program. You and the reporting manager are responsible to ensure that the plan is executed.
The duration of the traineeship (Volontariat) is18 months. Ideally, the start of the traineeship shall be in September 2026. The earliest start date is August 17, 2026. Please enter the desired period in your application.
We look forward to receiving your meaningful application including cover letter and CV. If applicable, you may also submit selected work samples.
Ready to contact us?
Please contact our HR Direct Team, Tel: +49 (0) 6132 77-3330
Unser Unternehmen
Bei Boehringer Ingelheim entwickeln wir bahnbrechende Therapien, die das Leben von Mensch und Tier verbessern. Als 1885 gegründetes und seitdem im Familienbesitz befindliches Unternehmen nehmen wir eine langfristige Perspektive ein. Mit 52.000 Mitarbeitenden weltweit setzen wir unsere Ziele um und fördern dabei eine vielfältige, gemeinschaftliche und inklusive Unternehmenskultur. Wir sind überzeugt: Mit talentierten und ambitionierten Mitarbeitenden und ihrer Leidenschaft für Innovationen heben wir die Grenzen des Erreichbaren immer wieder auf.
Warum Boehringer Ingelheim?
Bei uns können Sie wachsen, zusammenarbeiten, innovativ sein und Leben verbessern.
Wir bieten Ihnen herausfordernde Tätigkeiten in einem respektvollen und kollegialen globalen Arbeitsumfeld mit einer Vielzahl von auf Innovation ausgerichteten Denkweisen und Methoden. Darüber hinaus sind für uns Qualifizierung und Entwicklung für alle Mitarbeitenden von zentraler Bedeutung, denn Ihr Wachstum ist unser Wachstum.
Boehringer Ingelheim ist ein globaler Arbeitgeber, der sich für Chancengleichheit einsetzt, und ist stolz auf seine vielfältige und inklusive Kultur. Wir begrüßen die Vielfalt von Perspektiven und streben nach einem inklusiven Umfeld, wovon unsere Mitarbeiter*innen, Patienten*innen und Communitys profitieren.
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