Stadler: International Management Trainee

23 April 2026
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Frauenfeld

Job summary

Stadler is a leading manufacturer of rail vehicles. Join us and grow!

Tasks

Participate in an 18-month international trainee program.
Gain leadership experience through project management roles.
Work hands-on in train maintenance and strategy development.

Skills

Master's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business.
Strong communication and analytical skills are key.
Willingness to relocate for international opportunities.

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About the job

Stadler is a leading manufacturer of rail vehicles. However, our passion for trains goes far beyond building them. Stadler Rail Service operates more than 80 service locations in 25 countries in Eu-rope, North America and the world.

As a complete service provider and dedicated partner, we ensure safety, reliability and availability for operations – for the highest satisfaction of our customers and their passengers.

If you are an ambitious self-starter with a passion for international business and excited about the opportunity to work and travel internationally, we encourage you to apply for this outstanding chance and take the first step towards a rewarding career with Stadler Rail Service.

HOW YOU CAN MAKE AN IMPACT

Within the 18-month trainee programme you will work in different countries, locations and departments whilst developing your skills. Each rotation will be between 3-6 months and focuses on the following areas:
• Leadership Experience: Take on first roles in either deputy function or by leading project teams to gain leadership experience in different contexts.
• Project Management: Learn all the tools used for project management and manage sub-projects.
• Maintenance Support: Understand the basics of vehicle life cycle calculation and maintenance engineering functions as well as maintenance software functionalities.
• Train Maintenance: Work hands-on as a maintenance employee and learn about the key components of our vehicles with the goal to understand the business from scratch.
• Strategy: Contributing to the development and implementation of new strategies and initiatives including the creation of presentations and reports to senior management.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology or Business Administration
• Quick comprehension and high motivation to learn and to go the extra mile
• Willingness to relocate and work in different locations around the world – also after the pro-gramme for couple of years
• Large amount of commitment and high self-initiative
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills
• Willingness and interest to build a strong network within the company
• Ability to work independently and in an international team environment
• Excellent communication skills in English

OUR OFFER

Anna-Sophia Schmitz
Deputy CHRO Division Service
+41 79 413 99 42