Management Traineeships

KLM has been pioneering within aviation and the Dutch economy for over a century. We owe this drive for innovation largely to innovative, inspiring leadership. You can be part of the next generation of blue leaders. During our two-year traineeships, you will develop at lightning speed, both personally and professionally. You can choose from four tracks. Which track will suit you best?

Apply

All vacancies are now open for applications.

The selection process for the Management Traineeship consists of the following steps

Sign up via the website; we do not select based on your CV!
The first online assessment (cognitive test)
The second online assessment (cognitive & personality test)
Recording a personal video message
Selection interview
Offline assessment day
Offer

In the video below, current trainees describe their 'journey' within KLM.

The perks of a Traineeship within KLM

influence the choice of your assignments
tracks that boost your personal leadership, aviation knowledge, skills, and network
intensive guidance from your assignment lead and mentor
extensive familiarisation support from your buddy
every Friday you work on your development with other trainees

Our traineeships

For two years, you will follow an intensive development programme focused on personal leadership. In total, you complete four assignments. Along the way, you will also get to know KLM, our strategy, working environment, and our partners. In addition, you'll spend a lot of time with other trainees with whom you will have sessions, peer reviews, get-togethers, and events. All this makes the KLM traineeship one of the best places to build your leadership skills, professional development, and network.