We offer you an Ocean of Possibilities. Join our family.

Are you at the beginning of your professional journey and looking for more than just a ‘first job’? Do you crave challenge, personal development, and a bit of adventure in an international, innovative environment? Here is your chance! The Finance Traineeship at Damen Shipyards Group could be your launchpad to explore the oceans of opportunities within our dynamic company and yourself!

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

• Personal development: During your traineeship you and your mentor (senior professional within Damen) will focus on developing various key competencies and skills. Take part in a range of trainings alongside fellow trainees, designed to boost your skills, confidence, and career potential.
• Unique traineeship: Every traineeship is tailored to your ambitions, talents and challenges.
• Rotations: The two-year program consists of three to four rotations, selected based on your ambitions and goals together with the Traineeship Manager.
• Leadership program: During the traineeship you will join the Damen Leadership Program which will prepare you for an ambitious career within Damen.
• Social activities: We offer an active social culture including events and sports activities with fellow trainees and Young Damen.

KEY CRITERIA

What are the criteria to be eligible to apply for a traineeship?

Every year, there are limited spots available. To be eligible to this program, you must hold a bachelor or master’s degree (not only limited to Finance), you must be willing to travel to different Damen locations, possess no more than two years of work experience and demonstrate curiosity, dedication and an open-minded attitude. Take this step in your career journey with us!

WHAT WE OFFER

At Damen we realize that supporting and managing talented individuals is of great importance. We understand that the key to success is to find the right person for the right job. That is why we continuously invest in your development. Damen offers you (in case of full time employment):

• Dynamic international working atmosphere with a focus on technology and innovation.
• Competitive salary package with excellent secondary benefits.
• At least 40 days of annual leave (based on full-time employment).
• Travel allowance and profit-sharing scheme & pension allowance.
• Continuous focus on professional and personal development through our Damen Academy
• Hybrid work policy supporting work-life balance.

HOW DO I SECURE A PLACE ON THE FINANCE TRAINEESHIP WITHIN DAMEN?

• Apply:
  Apply online till 11-07-2025, including your CV and a personal statement highlighting your interest in Damen and the traineeship. Show us what sets you apart!
• Online meet & greet:
  After evaluating your application, we will invite you for an online meet & greet. This is your chance to get to know Damen and vice versa.
• Online assessment:
  Next, you'll complete an online assessment, which decides if you will proceed to the interview and presentation stages.
• Interview:
  Upon successfully clearing the assessment, you will be invited for an interview.
• Presentation Panel:
  Once you've aced the interview, it is your turn to let us discover the amazing individual you are during a presentation which will be conducted by a panel.

We are looking forward to meeting you! Do you need more information? Don't hesitate to get in touch with our Recruiter, Bart Spring in ‘t Veld.

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