DHL Global Forwarding Graduate Programme 2026

As a Graduate, you’ll use your talents to create innovative solutions and shape the future across our business. Join a global network of passionate experts – backed by the latest technology, to develop your career to management level. The DGF Graduate Scheme places you in a variety of roles across our international Freight Forwarding business. Throughout the scheme you will be empowered to learn on the job and deliver real results. We offer a supportive culture in a highly engaged workforce and provide investment in your training to ensure that you get the most out of your graduate scheme.

What the scheme looks like:
24-month structured scheme

Year 1- Rotational placements in key departments
Year 2 - Working on key business projects focused on continuous improvement, digitalisation and change management in the Business Process & Service Management team. Working with stations on their metrics, data analysis and systems innovations

Skills, Experience & Educational Qualifications required:

2:1 or above degree (predicted or obtained at the time of application) in a related discipline i.e., Logistics, supply chain, Transport Management, or related area.
Interested in project management, process improvement and data analysis/metrics.
Motivated to develop a career in the Freight Forwarding / Logistics industry.
Passionate about providing excellent customer service, with innovative ideas and practical solutions continuously improving our business.
Fully mobile to travel within the Ireland and able to work at other sites outside Cedar Drive to deliver key projects as required.
Clean Irish driving license.
Eligibility to work in Ireland.
Fluent in English.
Enthusiastic and open-minded with a ‘Can- Do’ attitude.
Confident communicator – able to tailor communication style according to the audience.

What do we offer?

The scheme will initially be a 24-month Fixed Term Contract (FTC), with the aim that our Graduates move into a permanent position within the business – subject to a suitable vacancy being available and in line with the selection process for the role.

What will you get in return?

Access to a variety of our excellent benefits, including 21 days holiday, bank holidays, service days, pension scheme, gym membership, discounted private healthcare, education assistance programme and family leave supports.
Early responsibility and fast progression.
Experience working within a fast-paced environment.
Regular performance feedback and personal development planning.
Management Team Mentor and DGF Buddy.
Competitive salary.
You will be working for an accredited Top Employer and a certified Great Place to Work.

Location: Dublin Based – Cedar Drive, Dublin Airport Logistics Park, St. Margarets, Co.Dublin

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Closing : 23 January 2026

What’s Next?

If you would like to be considered for this position, then send us an email with a copy of your CV outlining your experience to date and suitability for the role.

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