This program is designed for future leaders, not specialists. Successful candidates will be open to working across different functions, locations, and business environments, and should be motivated by broad business exposure rather than a predetermined career path.
What you'll do
Three weeks of onboarding, beginning with one week at your local hub, followed by a Global Induction at our HQ - providing an introduction to our company's strategy, culture, products, sales channels and problem-solving approaches.
Five months of Field Training in which you will rotate through key areas of our value chain including Sales, Supply, Logistics, Product, Customer Service, and will gain hands-on experience by actively participating in daily operations and project work during each rotation.
One week of Leadership and Methodology training to foster a unified system-thinking approach and prepare you for your first project.
A four-month individual project in which you will be able to deliver tangible and measurable results as an active team member by applying methodology skills and technical knowledge.
Capstone presentation of your project to Leadership, followed by feedback and final placement into a full-time role upon program completion - designed to support your continued leadership development and long-term career growth with Hunter Douglas.
First Position Placement can be in any of the following areas: Sales, Operations (Supply, Logistics, Procurement), Product, or Functional.
Qualifications
To be eligible, have an anticipated graduation date no later than June 2027 with a bachelor’s or master’s degree.
Have demonstrated leadership capabilities through various extracurricular activities including job experiences, internships, student clubs and organizations, and volunteer work.
As part of the program, you will need to relocate to one our major location hubs in either Nottingham, UK or Rotterdam, Netherlands and be ready to tackle new challenges in diverse environments, including front line roles in the field, manufacturing plants, and regional offices.
Demonstrate intellectual curiosity and an open-minded approach to career development. Successful candidates are excited by the opportunity to gain experience across multiple functions and are comfortable exploring different career paths as they develop into future business leaders.
What's in it for you
Competitive salary with a sign-on bonus
Annual bonus
Generous benefits package
A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
Time off with pay
Final placement into a full-time role upon programme completion. Placements are determined based on business needs, individual strengths, program performance, and long-term development opportunities, and may be in a function different from a participant's previous experience or academic background.
The Selection Process
Step 1) Digital Game Based Assessments
Step 2) Video Interview with a Recruiter (We use a Recruitment Agency - Adison Partners)
Step 3) On-Site Assessment Days: Nottingham – 2nd February & Rotterdam – 4th February 2027
Step 4) Virtual Panel Interview with our Global CEO and Executive Leadership Team
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