Continental Tyres Graduate Programme

Company Overview

Continental is a global tyre specialist and a major manufacturer with a long history dating back to 1871. The business reported sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and has approximately 95,000 employees across 54 countries and markets.

Within the tyres division, the company focuses on safer, smarter, and more sustainable mobility. Its offering includes tyres for passenger cars, trucks, buses, two-wheel vehicles, and specialty use, along with fleet and tyre-retailer services and smart solutions. The tyres division generated €13.9 billion in sales in fiscal 2024, employs more than 57,000 people worldwide, and operates 20 production facilities and 16 development centres.

Programme Overview

This 18-month Business Graduate Programme is designed for candidates who want to understand how a business operates, use digital capabilities in practical settings, and contribute meaningfully within a collaborative international environment. It provides structured exposure to key business areas across local and global teams and is intended to support a long-term career in the organisation.

What You Will Do

Phase 1: Home Market — Build the Basics

• Gain first-hand exposure to Continental’s culture and develop a solid understanding of the core business in your home market.
• Lead and contribute to projects that support business performance, strategic priorities, and digital change.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders, cross-functional colleagues, and external partners to build a strong professional network.
• Use analytical and digital capabilities to address real business issues and deliver measurable results.

Phase 2: International Market Assignment (6 months) — Broaden Your Perspective

• Continue your development in a different team and function, either at headquarters in Hanover or at another EMEA location, in areas such as eCommerce, Digital Solutions, Business Intelligence, Pricing, or similar core functions.
• Learn from global operations by collaborating with teams across countries and cultures.
• Support projects that contribute to both local and central business goals.
• Take an active part in a high-impact Graduate Pool initiative.
• Develop a stronger commercial outlook that supports faster career growth.

Phase 3: Return to Home Market — Prepare for Your Future Role

• Come back to your home market and transition toward a permanent position.
• Apply the knowledge, relationships, and international experience you have built to make an immediate contribution.
• Continue progressing in a function that matches both your strengths and business requirements.

Why Join This Programme

The programme is built to give you a broad understanding of how an international organisation works. You will gain exposure across functions, experience different markets, and have the flexibility to shape your career path in commercial, operational, digital, or strategic areas.

Eligibility and Requirements

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in business studies, economics, informatics, or a related discipline from a recognised university.
• A strong interest in business, marketing and sales, international teamwork, and building a long-term career in a global organisation.
• Practical exposure through internships or working student roles that shows initiative and adaptability.
• Strong analytical ability and structured thinking, with the confidence to simplify complex problems and create practical solutions.
• A digital-first approach, with good command of digital tools and interest in applying technology and IT solutions strategically.
• Fluency in English plus the local language of the hiring market.
• International exposure and mobility, including study or work experience abroad and enthusiasm for spending time overseas during the graduate programme.

Additional Information

• The working week is 37.5 hours.
• Employees receive access to special discounts and corporate benefits.
• The company supports work-life balance and wellbeing through health and wellness programmes.
• Benefits also include bike leasing and fruit baskets.
• More details about the broader benefits package are available during the application process.

Application Note

If you are ready to move forward with Continental, the next step is to complete the online application.