Careers
Make your future move with us
Kick-start your career with our Volvo Cars Global Graduate Programme. You’ll benefit from hands-on experience as you’re fast-tracked through the heart of our business.
Meet our Graduates and read about their experience at Volvo Cars.
Our programme
Our Graduate programme is designed around you, by you. After 24 months, you’ll have a foundation in the most exciting industry on the planet and a ready-made network – everything you need to boost your career.
Positions are available in Sweden, China and USA. Applications are open from November 1-28.
Positions are available in Sweden, China and USA. Applications are open from November 1-28.
Meet Jyosheel
“Working in e-commerce during a pandemic year has given me the same adrenaline and excitement as when I’m out on an adventure – you gotta love that feeling!”
Jyosheel Sekhon – offer development team, global online business
Did you know?
213
graduates have completed our global programme since 2010.
85%
are still within our company, more than half are in leadership positions.
9/10
graduates would recommend the Global Graduate Programme to a friend.
What do you need? A humble, curious, self-reflective mindset that’s open to change.
Required
A Master’s degree, completed by the time our next Global Graduates Programme starts. Fluent English is also necessary.
Experience
Maximum one year full-time work experience between the completion of your Master’s degree and the start of our programme.
Volvo Cars Global Graduate Programme Webcast
What’s life like on the Volvo Cars Global Graduate Programme? Listen to Hanna, Sumeesha, Emma and Balaji – four of our current graduates – who share their personal stories and reflections on being part of the programme.
The Graduate Podcast
This fascinating podcast offers you an insight into life on the Volvo Cars Global Graduate Programme. The first season focuses on the recruitment, onboarding and start phase. Tune in to learn more.
FAQs about our Global Graduate Programme
Where does the Global Graduate Programme take place?
The job ad describes where the different positions are home-based. If you need to move from a different country, we’ll support with a relocation package.
How many graduates are hired each year?
The number of Global Graduates varies each year based on the demand of the business. The 2021 programme accepted approximately 50 graduates globally.
How long does the Global Graduate Programme last?
24 months.
Can I also apply for the Global Graduate Programme if I come from abroad?
The GGP is open to applicants worldwide, who fit the graduate profile. You can apply regardless of your citizenship. A potential offer however would always be pending on the approval of the local residence- and work permit.
Do I have a fixed-term or a permanent contract?
Our Global Graduates have permanent full-time employment within Volvo Cars from day one.
How is the Global Graduate Programme compensated?
The Graduates within the programme receive a salary according to the standard market rate.
Is there a guarantee of a job at the end?
Since you get permanent employment during the programme, all functions aim to offer interesting and challenging roles to graduates upon graduation, providing you have performed well during the Global Graduate Programme.
Is it necessary to have done an internship at Volvo Cars to apply for the Global Graduate Programme?
No, but it is not a disadvantage if you’re already familiar with the company.
Can I apply to multiple areas of the Global Graduate Programme?
Yes, you can. More information on this is available in the job application.
Our recruitment process
Here’s a guide to help get you started on searching for Graduate opportunities at Volvo Cars.
Open from November 1. Apply with your CV and cover letter.
Which assessments you participate in depends on the competence area you apply for.
In early January some applicants are asked for a video interview with pre-recorded questions.
In late January we follow up with additional interviews if required.
We notify all successful candidates in late February or early March.
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