The Global Trainee Program for Information Systems is sponsored by the CIO and comprises 3 assignments in 3 different countries.
Trainees will learn functional aspects of applied information systems as well as general business management skills and have the possibility to actively contribute to the planning of their own personal program to best suit their individual interests and development requirements.
In addition to on-the-job learning the program is accompanied by further training in the areas of personal development, intercultural awareness, technology and ABB specific culture & business requirements.
Learning Scope for GTP Information Systems
The learning scope of the program is largely driven by the interests and personal preferences of the trainee. The main focus of all our trainee programs is on on-the-job experience, customized to suit each trainees' individual development needs. As a minimum you should be able to gain insight into the following areas:
IS Service Delivery
Infrastructure Operation
Application Operation
Security
Risk Management
Technology Planning
IS Architecture
Corporate Roadmap
Integrating Systems
Standard Setting
IS Sourcing
Vendor Management
Contract Negotiations
License Management
Personal development
Corporate missions and values, international and virtual teamwork, leadership and management skills, presentation, communication and motivational skills, innovation and creativity, social competency.
Benefits of the Global Programs: As a global trainee, you will experience many benefits. You will... be part of a global talent pool
Be coached by an experienced mentor
Gain practical experience in different functions
Network and develop cross-functional working relationships
Get international experience and the opportunity to work abroad
Have access to a global ABB job market
Mentoring Concept
Mentoring plays an integral role in the success of our Global Trainee Programs. A mentor can let you benefit from his/her experience, help you see things from a differect point of view, support you in the planning phase of your program and assist in providing valuable contacts for your future career path. Each trainee will be assigned a mentor from the very beginning of the program. This person will act as a coach and guide you through your early professional life. Your mentor will be able to give you valuable insight into the world of ABB and assist you in your decision process when chosing particular assignments. All of our employees acting as mentors will be experienced professionals in your chosen field of work and will have committed themselves to investing ample time into your relationship. In addition to your mentor you will receive a personal tutor, who will be supervising you during each individual assignment.
