JOB OVERVIEW
- Company: Heineken Ethiopia
- Program: Graduate Trainee Program (Local)
- Number of Positions: 3 Career Tracks
- Program Duration: 18 Months
- Employment Type: Graduate Trainee
- Application Method: Online
- Application Deadline: November 20, 2026
Heineken Ethiopia is inviting talented and ambitious graduates to apply for its Graduate Trainee Program 2026. The 18-month development program is designed to identify and develop future leaders through structured learning, practical assignments, and professional development opportunities.
Available Graduate Trainee Programs
1. Graduate Trainee Program (Local) – Commerce
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited higher education institution.
- Fields of study:
- Marketing Management
- Business Management
- Management
- Project/Program Management
Eligibility Requirements
- Graduates or prospective graduates of 2025 G.C. (2017 E.C.) or 2026 G.C. (2018 E.C.)
- Minimum CGPA of 3.0
- Exit Exam Score of 55 or above
- Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Maximum of one year of post-graduation work experience.
Additional Requirements
- Good English language proficiency.
- Willingness to travel and work across Heineken’s sales locations and breweries.
Location: Addis Ababa
2. Graduate Trainee Program (Local) – Finance
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited higher education institution.
- Fields of study:
- Accounting and Finance
- Corporate Finance
Eligibility Requirements
- Graduates or prospective graduates of 2025 G.C. (2017 E.C.) or 2026 G.C. (2018 E.C.)
- Minimum CGPA of 3.0
- Exit Exam Score of 55 or above
- Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Maximum of one year of post-graduation work experience.
Additional Requirements
- Good English language proficiency.
- Willingness to travel and work across brewery locations, including Bedele, Harar, and Kilinto.
Location: Addis Ababa
3. Graduate Trainee Program (Local) – Supply Chain
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited higher education institution in:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering (Power & Control stream only)
- Chemical Engineering
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
Eligibility Requirements
- Graduates or prospective graduates of 2025 G.C. (2017 E.C.) or 2026 G.C. (2018 E.C.)
- Minimum CGPA of 3.0
- Exit Exam Score of 55 or above
- Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Maximum of one year of post-graduation work experience.
Additional Requirements
- Good English language proficiency.
- Willingness to travel and work at Heineken breweries in Kilinto, Harar, and Bedele.
Work Locations: Based on assignment (Head Office, Kilinto Brewery, Harar Brewery, and Bedele Brewery)Graduate Trainee Program Structure
The Heineken Graduate Trainee Program lasts 18 months and consists of:
- Three structured assignments lasting 6 months each
- Practical, hands-on learning across different business functions
- Leadership and professional development opportunities
- Potential placement into a full-time position upon successful completion of the program, based on performance and business needs
Selection Process
Shortlisted applicants will progress through several assessment stages, which may include:
- Initial application screening
- Written or online assessment
- Assessment center
- Interview
Candidates will only advance to the next stage after successfully completing the previous assessment.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible applicants should submit their applications through the official Heineken Ethiopia page on Ethiojobs:
Note:
- Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted.
Application Deadline
November 20, 2026
📣 Stay Updated For career opportunities jobs and scholarships
Join our Telegram Channel for daily job updates!
🔗https://t.me/HabeshanJobsET
