Why join Blue Water?
Launch your career in a thriving international environment
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join the world of global transport and logistics? At Blue Water, our 2-year trainee programme (60 ETS) is more than just a stepping stone - it's your chance to build a dynamic career in one of the world's most exciting industries.
Our trainee programme provides you with a best-in-class international business education. Through hands-on experience, expert-led courses and mentoring, you will gain the skills and confidence to grow in a fast-paced, global industry.
You will work alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about delivering tailored solutions to clients around the world. This is your chance to learn from the best. And shape the future of logistics.
We do not just teach logistics - we create problem solvers, innovators and leaders. Whether you are coordinating international freight shipments or designing cutting-edge supply chain solutions, every day brings new challenges and opportunities for growth.
During your time as a trainee, you will join forces with other trainees from all over the world. The study part of the programme allows you to spend time learning from each other and forming bonds across borders - perhaps even strong friendships.
If you are curious, ambitious and ready to explore a world of possibilities, Blue Water is the place for you. Start your journey with us and discover how far you can go.
A strong education in international transport and logistics
Becoming a trainee at Blue Water will boost your career and development by providing you with the tools and training to become an expert in the industry engaged in a team of professional colleagues.
The participants in the 2-year trainee programme come from Blue Water's global offices around the world. This means that you will be hired at a Blue Water location, while doing the programme and courses with trainees from other locations.
About the programme:
- Trainees meet different areas of work and business challenges during the two years
- Courses and teaching resources are in English
- Training modules are held as combination of physical and online training. The physical modules (a total of 5 weeks) are held at Blue Water's headquarters in Esbjerg, Denmark.
The theoretical courses involve:
- Road, Sea, Air and Rail transport
- Multimodal and Project transports
- Customs formalities
- Terminal and Warehousing
- International Transport law
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Business process optimisation
- Economics and Service
The programme will allow you to connect solid practical experience given in your daily work with theoretical knowledge.
A unique trainee community at Blue Water
During your school stay at Blue Water's headquarters in Esbjerg, you will experience much more than first-class learning. You will live with other trainees in comfortable surroundings with shared areas for relaxation and meals. This creates the perfect environment to relax, socialise and bond over shared experiences.
Beyond the classroom, social activities bring everyone together and building friendships. From study sessions and fun events, the trainee community is all about building lasting relations. These connections form a strong network within Blue Water, supporting both your professional and personal development.
Application process
Once you have submitted an application, we will make sure that you hear from us quickly and are invited for a possible screening interview.
What do you need to become a trainee at Blue Water?
To qualify as a trainee at Blue Water, you must:
- have completed secondary school, high school or an equivalent qualification
- be proficient in English
When preparing your application, please include all relevant experience such as professional roles, sports participation, volunteering and a motivational letter detailing your reasons for applying for the trainee position at Blue Water. We are actively seeking diverse talent for our upcoming cohort and value a wide range of experiences and backgrounds.
FAQ
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The education corresponds to an upper secondary education or high school education, which always requires a high school background as an admission requirement.
The most important thing is to show that you have experience in the labour market whatever it is, that you can work in a team and that you understand the responsibilities that come with a job.
If you don't have a high school diploma, you will not be able to join our trainee programme. The education corresponds to a short higher education, which always requires a high school background as an admission requirement.
We have trainees in all regions of the world. Denmark, the United States, Singapore, Australia, Brazil, Germany and the Netherlands are just some of the places where we recruit trainees. We will continue to post internship opportunities in each of our offices. You can see where we are located here.
Yes, you indicate this when you submit your application.
The seven school weeks are held over the two years with 1 to 2 weeks of school at a time. It will be a mix of physical presence and online teaching.
The school is held in collaboration with Smart Academy in Esbjerg, Denmark. For sessions with physical presence, you will be traveling to Esbjerg and live at the school during the weeks of teaching.
You must be able to read, write and speak English. All teaching resources and the teaching itself will be in English.
9 out of 10 stay with Blue Water after completing the programme. We employ our trainees on a permanent basis. For the first two years you are a trainee and after that you are a freight forwarder. It is not a fixed-term contract.
It is a day in front of the computer and with the phone at hand. You will be booking transport for customers, following up, invoicing and contacting customers and suppliers.
