Welcome to our world

Welcome to the EEX Graduate Trainee Progamme

Welcome at EEX. This means European Energy Exchange and shows where we have our roots. As the leading energy exchange in Europe, we develop, operate and connect the markets for global energy and commodity trading from Leipzig and 16 other worldwide offices. What’s the secret to our success? We are an expert team of dynamic individuals that drive forward exciting projects while sharing experiences, celebrating success and creating memories, together.

Sounds appealing?

Then our Graduate Trainee Programme could be just the right thing to kick-start your professional life.

Find out more about the design and the benefits of the programme as well as requirements and start dates.

In a snapshot – 5 reasons why we think our Graduate Trainee Programme could be the right fit for you

Our 18-month job rotation programme provides you with valuable insights from 3 different work experiences.

The beautiful city of Leipzig is our Home Base. Joining us also means combining life and work in one of Germany’s most livable cities.

We offer you a permanent contract. No need to start thinking about “What happens after the programme?” right from the start. Be fully at ease and just focus on learning day by day.

You will have your personal mentor. Team up with a member of our leadership team who will act as your guide and support your professional and personal development throughout the programme.

And last but not least, we firmly believe the programme is a great opportunity to build your foundation for a long-term perspective in the constantly growing and evolving energy industry.

What you can expect?

Our Graduate Trainee Programme is composed of three exciting work experiences which can be individually structured. The aim is to provide you with fundamental knowledge about how we operate the markets for global energy and commodity trading, as well as giving you the opportunity to dive into an area you are keen on while connecting with the international mindset of the EEX Group.

Build your foundation

This is what we call your “Base Camp”.
Gain valuable insights into our core business and processes by working right at the heart of our activities, i.e. market operations and clearing.
Your placement in each of these departments will be 2-3 months.

Choose the area that suits you best

This is the opportunity to play to your strengths and select a department based on your interests.
Choose from a broad range of departments, e.g.
- continue your journey in Market Operations or Clearing, or
- go for an in-depth experience in either Accounting & Tax / Controlling or Business Analysis & Projects
- …or simply pick an area of your choice once you have completed your “Base Camp” experience
The duration of this work placement will be about nine months.

Go international

In addition you will have the chance to head off to our Paris branch for an international experience! Which, by the way, does not mean you have to speak French as English is our shared language in EEX Group.
Working out of Paris is a great opportunity, as our Paris branch is the hub for our Gas Market and Registries Business allowing you to expand your network of colleagues and get a full-fledged view on two of our fundamental business lines.

On top of your work experiences…

You will of course also benefit from a personalised onboarding plan, including technical and soft-skill trainings (e.g. project management, effective presentation).
There will be continuous development talks with HR as your guide throughout the programme.
We will also team you up with an experienced member of our leadership team acting as your mentor and supporting your professional and personal development.

What are the requirements?

We are open to both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. So if you recently graduated or are about to graduate within the next 6-8 months, we are happy to receive your application.
Your grades should be very good, and preferably you have an international study background. A focus on business administration, finance, economics or mathematics and IT in your studies is a natural fit with the areas of work we are covering in the programme. But we are certainly not limited to these degrees only.
What truly matters to us, is your curiosity to immerse yourself in a company culture where English is key for collaborating with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and 17 international locations in Europe, Asia and the US.
Equally important is your dedication to learning with and from your team members and your commitment to rolling up your sleeves. You will receive a great deal in return for your outstanding performance from your team. After all, we value the exchange of ideas, working together and encouraging each other to become better. This spirit is very close to our hearts at EEX, we call it “the Exchange Mindset”.

EEX Graduate Trainee Programme Application - Information

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Application Process

E-Mail Application

Upload your application to our job description Graduate (f/m/d) Business Development Gas & Sustainability Markets
Please include CV, a cover letter and other relevant documents (transcript of records, job references etc.). Make sure your cover letter is inspired. Don’t be generic. Let us know why EEX and you could fit together. Tell us which department / area of work might interest you the most and why.
Nadin Eckhardt and Michael Schur are happy to answer further questions about the programme and the application process

Online/ Phone Interview

You have arrived here - great, that means your application has really made us curious.
Nadin and Michael from our HR team will invite you to a 30-minute interview, ideally via Skype or Microsoft teams or by phone, whichever you prefer.

On-Site Interview and Round-Table

This is the final step of the application process.
After successful completion of the telephone interview, we will invite you to a personal meeting and presentation with the HR department and two members of our leadership team in Leipzig (please be assured: the meetings will be organised in strict compliance with the current health and safety measures in view of the Covid-19 pandemic).

Feedback

Our promise to you: Within two weeks after the final step of the application process, we will contact you with an open feedback and you will be informed whether we would like to make you an offer to participate in our Graduate Trainee Programme.

Testimonials of our Trainees

What do you appreciate about EEX Group as an employer?

"On the more personal side, I appreciate their engagement for sustainability as well as the openness and kindness I experienced from everyone I met here. Business-wise I appreciate the internationality and many different development opportunities and support at this."

Friederike Tenzer
Trainee in Business Analysis and Resilience at ECC in Leipzig

What responsible tasks have you already been assigned in your base camp?

"As a trainee with my “roots” in the Market Operations department, I am actively involved in the process of determining the daily settlement prices of our various products. In addition, I was able to contribute to a change in our exchange regulations which was necessary due to the current market conditions."

Simon Daniell Albrecht
Trainee in Market Operations at EEX in Leipzig

What special things did you learn in one of your additional stations beside your basecamp?

"In particular, I learn the interrelationships between the different departments and get a view of the big picture."

Robin Frieß
Trainee in Accounting and Tax at EEX in Leipzig

How are you connected with each other as trainees in the company?

"As trainees we stay connected via a MS Teams channel we set up and if possible, we like going out and meeting in person from time to time. As we are still feeling close to Uni/ student life, we love joining up with the working students and interns and go out to eat or to a bar as a larger group on a regular basis. Always lots of fun & involving plenty of Giselas (a Leipzig speciality)!"

Ole Simon Hübner
Trainee in Clearing at ECC in Leipzig

FAQ

In which language should I write the application?

Please submit your application in English.

Can I still apply for the programme if I already have some years of work experience?

If you have less than one year of work experience, we would be pleased to receive your application. If you have already worked for more than a year, please check our career website for open job positions. We are hiring in many areas of EEX Group.

To whom should I send my application?

Upload your application to our job description Graduate (f/m/d) Business Development Gas & Sustainability Markets.

Nadin Eckhardt and Michael Schur are happy to answer further questions about the programme and the application process

Is there an application deadline?

Not really. We are keeping things flexible.

Can I apply as a non-EU citizen?

Yes, of course. Please note that you have to cover related costs yourself, e.g. for visa matters and relocating.

What are the job perspectives after the Graduate Trainee Programme?

Frankly, there is no limit. A natural option is to continue your development path in one of the areas that you know well from your specialization during the programme and where you have left a mark. At the same time, the programme provides you with such a profound insight into how all the departments are connected that you will be able to jump onto other opportunities when they arise. Please be assured: The HR team is there to support and advise you throughout the entire process.

You did not find what you were looking for?

Simply send an E-Mail to jobs@eex.com, and we will get back to you with a swift answer.

Michael Schur

Human Resources Officer

jobs@eex.com

Nadin Eckhardt