Digital & Tech Traineeship

Early Talent Program in Barcelona

Join our exciting 2-year Digital & Tech traineeship in Barcelona! Work in an actual role and on a strategic project, gain global exposure, and develop your leadership skills. Grow and thrive with us!

What do we do?

We’re innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty. And we bring progress to life. Our four complementary businesses use trailblazing science to deliver solutions that make sense. Think plant-based burgers that taste great as well as reducing the pressure on our planet; a clever feed additive that cuts methane emissions from burping cows; a yummy gummy that boosts people’s immunity; or perfumes with outstanding ingredients that smell beautiful. With an investment of €700m+ in R&D annually, innovation is core to what we do.

Why join dsm-firmenich?

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations, we go beyond them. Join our global team driven by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

  • Impact with purpose: Your work will touch millions daily. From improving global health with fortified foods to creating sustainable skincare solutions, the impact of your contributions will be felt worldwide.

  • Creative Innovation: Shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty. Whether it's developing fragrances that enhance focus, creating alternative meats that are better for the planet, or reducing sugar without sacrificing flavor, your innovative ideas will help us lead the way.

  • Supportive Growth: Enjoy continuous learning and a supportive culture. We offer endless opportunities to develop your skills, move across different teams, and contribute to various projects. Every voice matters here, and every idea is essential to our future. 

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Why join Digital & Tech?

In D&T, we connect people, businesses and customers with technology that impacts millions globally. From running reliable infrastructure to support our employees and customers to integrating and connecting data across the business to make better decisions, we bring progress to life.

Our organization is at the forefront of generative AI, leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive innovation and create transformative solutions. We’re growing our hub in Barcelona, and you can be part of shaping the future of dsm-firmenich.

Join us today and be a part of the revolution in digital and technology!

Program Highlights

Location

Barcelona, Spain

Duration

2 years

Year 1: Apprentice contract

Year 2: Permanent contract

Profile

0-3 years post-graduation

Bachelor's or Master's in relevant fields    

Structure

70% in-role work

30% strategic project

Process

Mentorship from Day 1

  • Matched with a senior mentor
  • Regular check-ins, guidance on career and project path
Development Toolkit

  • CoachHub (6-month coaching)
  • €2k training budget
  • International tech conference participation
  • Learning sessions with the Institute for Management Development

 

Project Experience

  • 9-month strategic project tied to real business needs
  • Sponsored by a senior leader
  • Culminates in a Shark Tank-style final presentation

How we hire

  1. Applications open
  2. Interviews with HR and your future manager
  3. Assessment day
  4. Final selection
  5. Start program in October

Hear from previous program participants

Explore our current openings

Ready to apply? Take a look at our vacancies and apply today!

Want to know more?

We’re here to help you grow! 

In your first year with us, you'll build essential business, project, and tech skills with varied learning programs. Create connections through our fun onboarding program, team bonding activities, and exciting site visits. 

In the second year, we'll dive deeper with personalized coaching, leadership development, and a special training budget to keep you thriving and reaching new heights in your career. 

Take a look at a typical day in our traineeship program:

 

  • 9:00 Daily Standup

A 15-min Agile sync with your team

  • 10:00 Project Work: Shark Tank Prep

Spend focused time working on your strategic project

  • 11:30 Coffee Chat with Mentor

Cappuccino paired with tips on how to better communicate technical project outcomes to non-technical stakeholders

  • 12:00 Lunch

Enjoy lunch with colleagues

  • 14:00 CoachHub Session

This month's focus: Agile ways of working

  • 16:00 Project Work with Product Owner

Discuss a blocker: Find a solution together and define next steps