At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed AB InBev's Graduate Management Traineeship in the Netherlands so you know what you'd be stepping into: a paid, 10-month leadership development programme with rotations across the core of the business, starting August 2027 in Breda, at the world's leading brewer.
What the Programme Builds
📊 It's a 10-month leadership development programme starting August 2027, with 3 to 4-month rotations across Sales, Commercial and Supply & Logistics, where you work on real business projects while building critical skills.
🧭 Development follows the 70-20-10 approach: 70% learning on the job, 20% learning through exposure to others, 10% formal training.
The Profile They Seek
🌍 Ambitious future leaders who thrive in dynamic environments and are open to geographic mobility, described as Leader, Proud Owner, Agile Learner, Collaborator and Future Maker.
🎓 You must graduate before September 2027 (or within the previous 2 years) with a Bachelor's or Master's, and have no more than 2 years of professional experience (internships and student jobs excluded).
🗣️ Fluent in English and the local language of the country of application.
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The Eligibility Catch
🛂 You must hold a valid permanent work permit or visa in the country where you apply, and be willing to travel domestically and across Europe.
What You Get in the Netherlands
💶 A competitive salary, plus learning and development opportunities.
🚲 A customised benefits programme linked to work-life balance (bike, transportation, fitness), 44 days in total for full-time employment (legal holidays plus additional days), wellbeing support initiatives, a unique parental leave, premium and gift per company policy, and competitive life insurance.
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How to Apply
📝 Apply through AB InBev's Workday portal (job requisition 30102616); only your first application counts, and no cover letter is required.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Is it paid? Yes, a competitive salary plus a benefits package worth exploring.
❓ When does it start? 1 August 2027, running 10 months.
❓ What are the limits? Graduated within 2 years, with no more than 2 years of professional experience.
❓ Who can apply? You need a valid permanent work permit or visa in the Netherlands.
Deadline
⏳ As soon as possible!
Links
🔗 More information: https://europecareers.ab-inbev.com/programmes/graduate-management-traineeship
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