
Digital Process Automation Graduate
About the role
🚀 Kick-start Your Career in Automation & Digital Transformation!Internal Process Automation Graduate (18-month Program)
📍 Portugal | 🌍 International Experience Included
Are you passionate about automation, digital innovation, and solving real business challenges?
Join our 18-month Marketing & Sales Graduate Program and become a key driver of** process automation across Spain & Portugal**, while gaining international experience and building a strong foundation for your future career.
💡 Your Impact Starts Here
As an Internal Process Automation Graduate, you won’t just observe—you’ll lead, build, and transform.
You will:
🔹 Lead process automation initiatives across Iberia (Spain & Portugal)
🔹 Design, develop, and optimize RPA (Robotic Process Automation) solutions
🔹 Roll out automation solutions across locations, adapting them to local needs
🔹 Identify opportunities to automate and propose smart, scalable solutions
🔹 Collaborate with IT, developers, and business stakeholders to deliver impact
🔹 Ensure strong data governance and access management
🔹 Contribute to decisions on technology and infrastructure
🔹 Track and report KPIs to drive continuous improvement
👉 In short: you’ll help shape how we work—making processes smarter, faster, and more efficient.
🌍 Your 18-Month Journey Phase 1 – Learn & Contribute (Spain)
Build your foundation while working on impactful automation projects and getting to know our business.
Phase 2 – Go Global (6 months abroad)
Expand your horizons in an international team (e.g., HQ in Hanover or another EMEA location). Collaborate, learn, and grow globally.
Phase 3 – Shape Your Future
Return ready to step into your long-term role and make an immediate impact.
✨ What Makes This Opportunity Special?
✅ Real responsibilities from day one
✅ International exposure 🌍
✅ Hands-on experience with cutting-edge automation tools
✅ Strong network across local & global teams
✅ A clear path toward your future career
🎯 Who We’re Looking For
You’re curious, proactive, and excited about technology & process improvement. You enjoy working with different teams and turning ideas into real solutions.
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Bachelor's or Master's degree in business studies, economics, informatics, or a related field
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Interest in Marketing & Sales, in international collaboration, and a long-term career in our global organization
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Hands-on experience from internships or working student positions that demonstrate your drive and adaptability
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Sharp analytical and structured thinking abilities - you thrive on breaking down complex challenges and creating innovative solutions
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Ui Path certification(s), knowledge of Power Automate or other RPA platforms.
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Knowledge of data processing tools and techniques (Power Query, KNIME, SQL)
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Familiarity with IT infrastructure (virtual machines, authorizations, applications)
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Understanding concepts and principles of programming language
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Knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems
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Fluency in English and local language (Portuguese). Spanish is a plus
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Proven intercultural experience and mobility- you have worked or studied abroad and are excited about working abroad during the Graduate Program
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Your work with us will be fairly compensated: We recognize the value of your contribution and want to ensure you are appropriately rewarded (e.g. Performance Bonus and seniority Bonus)
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We offer flexible working hours with hybrid work models, giving you the opportunity to occasionally work from home — because we understand how important the balance between personal and professional life is.
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You will receive qualified support from our experienced professionals to enhance your technical knowledge and practical skills – you’ll gain a solid overview of corporate finance and its interfaces within a multinational organization.
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Benefit from a wide range of discounts and special offers through our corporate benefits program – from fashion and leisure activities to tech products.
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As an employee, you’ll also have access to Health & wellness (Life Assurance, Private Health Insurance, canteen, etc);
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Local employment contract;
Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.
Benefits and perks
•Healthcare
•Performance Bonus
•Remote Work
•Flexible Hours
Required skills
Retail management
Team leadership
Inventory management
Sales planning
Staff development
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