Düsseldorf: Trainee/Volontariat Corporate Communications & Public Affairs

About this Position 2-year traineeship in Corporate Communications & Public Affairs (Volontariat). Over the course of the traineeship, you will get to know different areas of communications in a rotating approach (e.g. External Communications, Internal Communications, Digital Strategy & Experience, Corporate Branding & Communication Strategy, Public Affairs & Governmental Relations, Regional Steering).
What youll do

• Insights in communication strategies and tools of a globally operating company and involvement in a wide range of national and international projects, events and activities
• Tasks include creating and editing content such as articles, video formats, podcasts etc. for various external and internal media and publications such as newsletters, press releases, our external Spotlight magazine, our global intranet, our social media channels, etc.
• Responsibility for various and changing projects and support of the Corporate Communications and Public Affairs team in their daily work
• Temporary assignments (“outstations”) based on your personal interests at external partners such as communications agencies or consultancies, and/or in other Henkel departments
• Work in a highly motivated and experienced team as well as together with fellow communication trainees

What makes you a good fit

• Successfully completed studies in communications or journalism or similar studies related to business or politics 
• Practical job experience in content management and/or content creation, e.g. in journalism and/or corporate communications advantageous
• Excellent English skills on a native speaker level. German speaking and writing skills are a plus
• Interest in professional journalistic work
• Good communication skills, an inquiring mind, high adaptability, unbounded enthusiasm, and a hands-on attitude
• Creativity, initiative and energy, self-dependent person and team player
• Availability as of February 2026

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Attractive Remuneration
• Flexible working hours
• Global Experience
• Interns Community

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, generations and disabilities. If there are any specific accommodations or adjustments you require for the interview process or your on-site appointment, please inform us, and we'll do our best to accommodate your requests.