Graduate Opportunities (Feb 2026)

Looking for a Graduate Programme that will truly set you up for the future?

At DHL, people mean the world to us. That’s why our goal has always been to attract and retain the best talent. We provide challenge and opportunity for personal and professional development. We recognise the difference you bring to our business, and together we share the pride of building THE logistics company for the world. DHL is the global market leader in the logistics and supply chain industry, specialising in providing innovative and customised solutions. We are future focused on automation and digitalisation and provide many opportunities for graduates to be involved in these developments across the business.

We are excited to be calling for new graduates to join our DHL Supply Chain New Zealand team. We have a number of graduate placements available commencing in February 2025.

Why our graduate programme is different

• A comprehensive 18-24 month accelerated development programme with a customised rotation plan across warehouse and transport operations, operations excellence, quality and corporate functions including business development, solutions design, finance, HR and marketing.
• Rotations provide real responsibility and ongoing opportunities to extend your capability plus develop a wide network with team members across the business.
• Exposure to current and future automation and digitalisation warehouse operations.
• You will have a dedicated Senior Operations Director and a mentor to support you through the programme.
• You will be invited to attend our world class leadership development programmes as well as the opportunity to test out your facilitation skills.
• The opportunity to visit our sites in both Australia and Christchurch.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits.
• A strong graduate cohort with ample opportunity to network, listen to a range of speakers, share your experiences and learn from others.
• An agile, dynamic and highly engaged workplace based on a culture of respect and results.
• Exposure to the workings of a large global organisation.
• Following completion of the programme, a permanent role in the business aligned to your strengths and interests.

We are looking for candidates who…

• Complete their degree this year or who have recently graduated. We will accept applications from any discipline.
• All supply chain logistics graduates will be seriously considered as well as those who have an engineering degree in mechatronics.
• Are highly motivated with previous work experience preferred.
• Are resilient with the ability to adapt to changing situations quickly.
• Have the ability to connect with people and build relationships across a diverse cultural demographic.
• Have a natural ability to learn new operating and technological systems.
• Want to build a career with DHL.

What's in it for you?

• A supportive work environment where you’ll have access to the tools and training you need to excel.
• A highly engaged diverse team of supportive people and experiences.
• We are Great Place to Work TM certified, as voted by our employees!
• Birthday Leave.
• PERKS employee benefits programme which includes discounts off fuel, grocery, and various retail stores.
• Employee Assistance Programme available.
• Exposure to world leading supply chain process and technology.
• A great opportunity to make your mark in a growing and essential industry.

These roles will be located in Auckland and rotations will be based on our sites at the Airport, Highbrook and Mount Wellington.

Please provide the following in your application:

• CV
• Cover letter
• Your academic transcript (we know this won’t be your official one, so just send what you can).

ALL applicants will be reviewed. We look forward to receiving your application.

To be considered for this role it is essential that candidates already have in place their legal entitlement to work in NZ.