What’s the role

Join us as a Graduate at Shell in The Netherlands where you will embark on a comprehensive 3-year programme designed to develop future leaders.

This graduate opportunity may be based in any of our offices in Rotterdam, The Hague, Pernis or Amsterdam, depending on the role you will be matched with. Start dates for the Graduate Programme will also vary by role, with intakes scheduled in May or November 2027.

The Shell Graduate Programme equips you with the essential tools to enhance your leadership skills and achieve your full potential through a combination of on-the-job training, formal education, job rotations, and personalised coaching.

What you’ll be doing

You will showcase your capacity to analyse situations and propose purposeful solutions that align with the company’s strategic goals – adaptability to changing environments, learner mindset, drive to deliver results – and collaborate and nurture relationships as you work effectively with a diverse team.

You will work with experienced colleagues and will share your unique perspective and fresh ideas on how to tackle energy-related challenges. Our inclusive and collaborative culture will provide you with the support you need to grow your skills as you work on meaningful projects with exciting responsibilities right from the start.

Read more about our strategy here: Our strategy | Shell Global

What you bring

We are looking for a candidate who thrives on new challenges and embraces innovation. You should be confident in your ability to absorb information, analyze problems, make objective decisions, and generate original ideas. The ideal candidate will possess the drive and resilience to achieve goals, the flexibility to collaborate effectively within a team, and the credibility to influence others. Being open to alternative perspectives and views is essential, using them to refine ideas and outcomes.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the Shell Graduate Programme :

Have graduated prior to your first day at Shell;
Be pursuing or have completed a Master’s or PhD degree in the Netherlands within the last three years;
Have less than three years of relevant work experience (if you’ve recently graduated);
Live in the Netherlands.

What we offer

You bring your skills and experience to Shell, and in return, you get to work with talented, committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. You’ll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another. You’ll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself.

• Competitive Compensation: Perform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performance-related salary increases.

• Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy benefits designed to provide a foundation for your financial future. Take part in health care plans that meet the needs of you and your family.

• Work-Life Balance: Maximise paid time off and other options that allow you to achieve a fulfilling work-life balance.

• Career Growth: Progress through diverse career opportunities in national and international teams.

• Professional Development: Gain access to a wide range of training and development programmes.

• Supportive Environment: Receive the support you need through mental health programmes, comprehensive counseling, and community groups.

• Inclusive Culture: Join an organisation striving to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to apply. Get to know more about how we’re working towards our DE&I goal here.

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If you require any accommodations or accessibility adjustments (e.g. assistive technology, communication support, any other) during the application or interview process, please let us know directly via careers@shell.com . We strive to ensure that our process and workplace is accessible to everyone and are dedicated to making reasonable adjustments to support your needs.

DISCLAIMER

Please note: We occasionally amend or withdraw Shell jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Before applying, you are advised to read our data protection policy. This policy describes the processing that may be associated with your personal data and informs you that your personal data may be transferred to Shell/Shell Group companies around the world. The Shell Group and its approved recruitment consultants will never ask you for a fee to process or consider your application for a career with Shell. Anyone who demands such a fee is not an authorised Shell representative and you are strongly advised to refuse any such demand. Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

DISCLAIMER:

Please note: We occasionally amend or withdraw Shell jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Before applying, you are advised to read our data protection policy. This policy describes the processing that may be associated with your personal data and informs you that your personal data may be transferred to Shell/Shell Group companies around the world. The Shell Group and its approved recruitment consultants will never ask you for a fee to process or consider your application for a career with Shell. Anyone who demands such a fee is not an authorised Shell representative and you are strongly advised to refuse any such demand. Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Shell Graduate Programme 2027 - Netherlands

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