Graduate Trainee Program 2026 – Commerce, Finance and Supply Chain
HEINEKEN EthiopiaHeineken Ethiopia invites qualified and motivated recent graduates to apply for its 2026 Graduate Trainee Program in Commerce, Finance, and Supply Chain. The 18-month graduate development program offers young professionals an opportunity to gain practical experience through three challenging six-month assignments, preparing them for future leadership opportunities within the company.
Job Overview
- Employer: Heineken Ethiopia
- Job Category: Graduate Trainee, Business Management, Finance, Engineering and Supply Chain
- Location: Addis Ababa and various brewery locations
- Employment Type: Graduate Trainee Program (18 Months)
- Number of Positions: 3 Program Streams
- Experience: Fresh graduates; maximum one year of post-graduation work experience
- Application Deadline: November 20, 2026
About Heineken Ethiopia
Heineken Ethiopia is part of the global HEINEKEN brewing group, operating breweries in Ethiopia, including Bedele, Harar and Kilinto. The company offers career development opportunities for young professionals through its graduate trainee program.
About the Graduate Trainee Program
The Heineken Graduate Trainee Program is designed to identify and develop talented young graduates who demonstrate strong academic performance, leadership potential and alignment with the company's culture.
Selected trainees will participate in an 18-month development journey, consisting of three assignments, each lasting six months. The assignments provide exposure to different business functions and operational environments.
Upon successful completion of the program, trainees may be considered for full-time employment opportunities within the company, depending on their qualifications and performance throughout the program.
Available Graduate Trainee Programs
1. Graduate Trainee Program (Local) – Commerce
Location: Addis Ababa
Education:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited higher education institution in:
- Marketing Management
- Business Management
- Management
- Program Management
Graduation Year:
- Graduates or prospective graduates of 2025 G.C. (2017 E.C.) or 2026 G.C. (2018 E.C.).
Academic Requirements:
- Minimum CGPA of 3.0.
- Exit examination score of 55 or above.
Work Experience:
- Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Maximum of one year of post-graduation work experience.
Language Requirements:
- English proficiency is essential, in addition to the applicable local language requirements.
Other Requirements:
- Willingness and ability to travel and work across the company's sales locations and breweries.
2. Graduate Trainee Program (Local) – Finance
Location: Addis Ababa
Education:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited higher education institution in:
- Accounting and Finance
- Corporate Finance
Graduation Year:
- Graduates or prospective graduates of 2025 G.C. (2017 E.C.) or 2026 G.C. (2018 E.C.).
Academic Requirements:
- Minimum CGPA of 3.0.
- Exit examination score of 55 or above.
Work Experience:
- Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Maximum of one year of post-graduation work experience.
Language Requirements:
- English proficiency is essential, in addition to the applicable local language requirements.
Other Requirements:
- Willingness and ability to travel and work across the company's brewery locations, including Bedele, Harar and Kilinto.
3. Graduate Trainee Program (Local) – Supply Chain
Location: Based on assignment at Head Office, Kilinto, Harar and Bedele Breweries.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited higher education institution in one of the following fields:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering (Power and Control stream only)
- Chemical Engineering
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
Graduation Year:
- Graduates or prospective graduates of 2025 G.C. (2017 E.C.) or 2026 G.C. (2018 E.C.).
Academic Requirements:
- Minimum CGPA of 3.0.
- Exit examination score of 55 or above.
Work Experience:
- Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Maximum of one year of post-graduation work experience.
Language Requirements:
- English proficiency is essential, in addition to the applicable local language requirements.
Other Requirements:
- Willingness and ability to travel and work across the company's brewery locations, including Bedele, Harar and Kilinto.
Selection Process
The selection process is designed to identify candidates who meet the program's minimum requirements and demonstrate the potential to grow within the organization.
Shortlisted applicants may progress through the following assessment stages:
- Initial Screening
- Written/Online Examination
- Assessment Center – Interview
Candidates must successfully complete each assessment stage to progress to the next level. Only applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted.
Career Development Opportunities
The graduate trainee program provides practical exposure through diverse assignments and opportunities to develop professional and leadership capabilities.
Upon completion of the 18-month program, successful trainees may be considered for full-time employment opportunities within Heineken Ethiopia, based on their qualifications and performance during the program.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants who meet the eligibility requirements should submit their applications through the official Ethiojobs recruitment platform.
Application Link:
Apply Online Here
Important: Only applications submitted through the Ethiojobs platform will be considered.
Application Deadline
November 20, 2026
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