Global Functions Talent Acquisition Intern (m/f/x)

BE AN ESSENTIAL PART OF EVERYDAY LIFE

Position : Global Functions Talent Acquisition Intern
Contract Type : Full time Temporary
Travel Remit : less than 10%
Location : Bonn, Germany
Advertising End Date : Friday 26th May
Disclaimer: Please note that this job advertisement may close earlier than the stated deadline if a sufficient number of applications are received. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration for the position.

At DHL our business is logistics, but people are our passion. With over 500,000 team members in 220 countries, we attract and retain great talent. We are one of the most innovative, most culturally diverse companies on the planet. We provide unmatched opportunities for personal and professional development. We really are a “Best Place to Work”.

We’re looking for a motivated and dependable intern with an interest in talent acquisition and people‑focused work. You’ll be organised, comfortable balancing multiple tasks, and confident communicating with a wide range of stakeholders with limited supervision. A strong attention to detail, curiosity, and a willingness to learn—particularly around data, process improvement, and inclusive hiring—will help you thrive in this role.

The Global Functions Talent Acquisition team is responsible for delivering consistent, inclusive, and high‑quality hiring across the Global Functions, CDO, and RES teams. We work closely with hiring managers, HRBPs, and business leaders to provide a positive recruitment experience across every stage of the hiring lifecycle and help ensure the best possible fit for DHL.

As an intern, you’ll be an active member of the Global Functions TA team, supporting day‑to‑day recruitment activity and strategic initiatives. You’ll gain hands‑on experience across multiple areas of talent acquisition while working with global stakeholders and developing practical, transferable skills.

Eligibility Criteria

This internship is part of a local scheme with universities in Germany. The main eligibility criterion is to be actively enrolled in a university program throughout the entire duration of the internship. You will be required to provide documentation such as your ID, student visa, and enrolment certificate as part of the eligibility verification process.

Your key accountabilities include:

• Interview Tools, Guides & Hiring Documentation - Support the development and ongoing maintenance of interview tools, hiring documentation, and DEIB‑related materials, including communications linked to the ATS change.
• Employer Brand & Internal Talent Visibility - assist with employer branding and internal talent visibility through content creation, vacancy promotion, Smartspace updates, and engagement tracking.
• Vacancy Support - Provide coordination, administrative, and reporting support to recruiters during periods of high hiring demand.
• Next Generation Talent (NGT) Support - Support NGT Intern and graduate programmes through data tracking, process documentation, reporting, and event coordination.

What are we looking for from you?

• Studying HR, Business, Communications, Psychology, or similar, with interest in talent acquisition or early careers.
• Strong written skills with attention to detail
• Well organised and confident supporting coordination, documentation, and basic data tracking using Excel or similar tools.
• Fluent English and interest in data/business applications

What you'll need to do next?

If you have a proven track record of achievement to match the requirements for this role and you are looking for your next career move, simply apply online ensuring that a full up to date CV is attached with your application.

We will ensure that all our resourcing activities are fair, transparent, and consistent across the Globe. We want to ensure that the candidate experience is of the highest professional standard.

The Company is committed to providing equality of opportunity for all employees. Furthermore, we aim to ensure our workplaces are free from discrimination and that not only employees but also our potential future employees are treated fairly and with dignity and respect. We will ensure