ABB - Global Trainee Program - Information Systems

The Global Trainee Program for Information Systems is sponsored by the CIO and comprises 3 assignments in 3 different countries.
Trainees will learn functional aspects of applied information systems as well as general business management skills and have the possibility to actively contribute to the planning of their own personal program to best suit their individual interests and development requirements.
In addition to on-the-job learning the program is accompanied by further training in the areas of personal development, intercultural awareness, technology and ABB specific culture & business requirements.

The GTP for Information Systems lasts between 18-24 months and comprises three different assignments.

1. Assignment: Home Country (6 months)
You will start your first assignment in your country of origin or current residence, where you will gain experience in one or several areas outlined under Learning Scope, such as Infrastructure Operations, Security or Technology Planning.

2. Assignment: Regional Headquarters or ABB Headquarters Zurich (6 months)
The second assignment will take you to one of ABB’s holding offices in the region or the global headquarters office in Zurich, Switzerland. You will be able to choose your assignment from a variety of options such as supporting IS Architecture or IS Sourcing. This second assignment will give you additional insight into the area of Strategic IS.

3. Assignment: Global Exposure (6-12 months)
Your third and final assignment of the program will be an international assignment. You are expected to be actively involved in the organization of this assignment with a good choice in particular responsibilities and/or destinations. The final assignment may last up to 12 months and will be a more challenging project assignment.

You will receive a Mentor for the entire duration of the program as well as a Tutor/Supervisor for each individual assignment. In addition to on-the-job learning you will have the opportunity to attend a series of personal devleopment training events, factory excursions, social and cross-functional activities.

We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate the following qualities:
- Recent university graduates with above-average degrees in Computing, IT/Information Systems or related majors (MSc level or equivalent)
- Mature, professional personality with realistic goals and good communication skills
- Fluency in English (additional languages a plus)
- Flexible team player
- Global mindset, social and intercultural competency

Trainee Program Facts

Program Start Date: 2013-10-01

Town: Västerås

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