International Trainee - Finance & Controlling (m/f/d)
Eberspächer Group, Esslingen near Stuttgart
Start: October 2026
Duration: 18 months
In our International Trainee Program Finance & Controlling, you will rotate regularly through various finance and controlling departments, gaining deep insights into the financial management of a globally operating automotive supplier. The program combines on-the-job training, structured mentoring, and project-based learning - equipping you with the skills, network, and confidence to grow into roles that match your strengths.
Your Journey:
1. Rotations across operational and strategic Finance & Controlling functions: You will explore a wide range of Finance & Controlling areas — building expertise, uncovering your strengths, and shaping a career path that fits your ambitions.
2. International assignment (3–6 months) at one of our global locations (USA, China, Europe): Expand your skills in an international environment and actively participate in global projects.
3. Individual specialization: Choose your personal focus and develop further in your area of interest (e.g. Group Accounting, Reporting or Plant Controlling).
4. Independent project work with increasing complexity: Take on a challenging project, present your results to management, and actively shape the future of our company.
5. Personal support from a mentor and buddy: Benefit from continuous support and valuable feedback to optimally foster your professional and personal development.
What makes you a great fit:
Education:
6. Above-average Master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a comparable field
7. Focus areas in Finance, Controlling, Accounting, or Auditing are advantageous
Experience:
8. At least 6 months of relevant internship experience in finance (cumulative), ideally in the automotive or supplier industry
9. Proven international experience of at least 3 months (study, internship, or similar), as well as willingness to work in an international environment
10. Maximum 1–2 years of work experience after completing your Master’s degree
Professional Skills:
11. Strong analytical and numerical skills
12. Excellent theoretical and practical knowledge of international accounting standards (IFRS, HGB)
13. Confident use of MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
14. SAP FI skills desirable
15. Interest in digitalization, data analytics, and process optimization
16. Very good German and English skills, both written and spoken
Personal Skills:
17. Structured, independent, and solution-oriented working style
18. Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain financial matters to top management
19. Team orientation and enjoyment of cross-functional collaboration
20. High willingness to learn and motivation to take on responsibility
21. Global mobility and the adaptability to thrive in diverse, international environments
Your Benefits:
22. Permanent employment contract
23. Flexible working hours
24. Mobile working
25. Development opportunities
26. Company pension plan
27. Canteen
28. Corporate benefits
29. Company daycare
30. Mentoring program
31. Buddy concept
32. Sports offers
Application deadline: June 30, 2026