Trainee - IT Services | 18‑Month Rotational Program | Germany (HQ) → Portugal (Target Placement)
Testo, with its headquarters in the Black Forest/Germany, is a world market leader in the field of portable and stationary measurement technology. Worldwide, roughly 3900 employees research, develop, produce and market innovative measurement solutions for Testo. The basis for this success, in addition to the highly qualified and motivated staff, is the above-average commitment to a future-oriented development - roughly 10% of the annual concern turnover is invested in Research & Development. With 37 subsidiary companies and over 80 distribution partners, Testo is represented on all five continents.
Your tasks
We are looking for a high-potential IT Trainee to join a structured 18-month rotational program within the CIO Office.
This program is designed to develop future IT professionals with exposure to:
- Agile delivery environments
- International stakeholder collaboration
- IT governance and process excellence
You will work directly within key IT functions, contribute to real deliverables, and gain visibility with senior leadership.
The intended next step after successful completion is a role within IT Services in Albergaria-a-Velha, Portugal, depending on performance and business needs.
The program consists of three rotations (6 months each):
1. Digital Commerce (Agile & Delivery)
- Collaborate with Scrum Masters and Product Owners
- Support Agile ceremonies and team coordination
- Contribute to delivery transparency and alignment
2. CRM (Business Partnering & Adoption)
- Work with international sales organizations
- Support stakeholder communication and rollout activities
- Help drive user adoption and onboarding
3. Infrastructure (Governance & Compliance)
- Contribute to IT process reliability and documentation
- Support compliance and security-related initiatives
- Gain understanding of governance and risk management
Who We’re Looking For
We are especially interested in candidates who are motivated to build an international career in IT and are open to relocating to Portugal after the program.
Our benefits
- Career development: We offer tailored training opportunities and diverse, including international, career prospects. Your professional development matters to us.
- Challenging and dynamic: In our global company, you can look forward to an exciting and dynamic environment.
- Flexibility is key: Enjoy flexible working hours and the option to work remotely in a hybrid setup.
- Ideas and sense: Contribute your expertise – your input is valued and appreciated. The result of your work is products that protect the environment and health.
- Modern technologies and digital communication: State-of-the-art technology and digital media are a given, enabling efficient communication.
- Room for maneuver: We set shared goals that you pursue independently.
Our benefits
We offer tailored training opportunities and diverse, including international, career prospects. Your professional development matters to us.
In our global company, you can look forward to an exciting and dynamic environment.
Enjoy flexible working hours and the option to work remotely in a hybrid setup.
Contribute your expertise – your input is valued and appreciated. The result of your work is products that protect the environment and health.
State-of-the-art technology and digital media are a given, enabling efficient communication.
We set shared goals that you pursue independently.
Your profile
Must-have
- Master’s degree in: Computer Science, Business Informatics, Engineering, or similar
- Fluent English
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Structured, proactive, and curious mindset
- Willingness to relocate to Germany for 18 months
Nice-to-have
- First experience (internship/working student) in: IT, software development, digital projects, or analytics
- Basic knowledge of Agile/Scrum
Your Responsibilities
- Support cross-functional and CIO-level initiatives
- Contribute actively to deliverables in each rotation
- Prepare structured documentation, summaries, and follow-ups
- Improve collaboration and process efficiency across teams
- Communicate complex topics in a clear, business-oriented way
What's in it for you?
- Strong foundation in Agile and IT delivery models
- Experience in international stakeholder management
- Understanding of IT governance and compliance frameworks
- Exposure to senior leadership and strategic initiatives
- A solid entry point into a long-term IT career at Testo
I look forward to your application!
Recruiter
Phone: +49 7653 681-7711
Location
Testo SE & Co. KGaA
Celsiusstraße 2
79822 Titisee-Neustadt bei Freiburg
