Get empowered to drive forward the sustainable change at Lufthansa Group.
ABOUT
As Green Mobility Trainee, you will work on different Lufthansa Group companies of your own choice. Gain the key skills that are needed to make the sustainable transformation happen.
The next generation will start on the 1st of October 2025. Applicationphase starts on the 31st of March 2025.
Update: application channel is closed
The Lufthansa Group has contributed to the progress of the aviation industry. Now we want to lead it into a sustainable future. Collaboration across the industry will be key to creating that fundamental shift.
We are looking for talented people who think in integrated solutions and master diverse challenges. We have joined forces and designed a program to equip talents with exactly these skills.
#MakeChangeFly
To achieve our ambitious goal of becoming carbon-neutral by 2050 and cutting our net carbon emissions in half by 2030 compared to 2019, the Lufthansa Group is continuously implementing a wide range of innovative measures.
Modern Fleet
Fuel-saving air-crafts are currently the most effective lever for more climate-friendly flying.
New Fuels
Replacing fossil fuels with Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) is the key to CO₂ neutral aviation.
OPS Efficiency
Optimizing flight operations on a daily basis helps to further reduce CO₂, and make flying more climate-friendly.
Compensation
To reach net-zero carbon emissions, travelers must also be able to contribute. Simple and visible offers for CO₂-neutral flying are essential to this.
Intermodality
Railways and airlines should not compete but complement each other. Linking trains and flights intelligently protects the climate.
Packaging
For aviation, sustainability not only means less CO₂, but also less waste and single-use plastic.
PROGRAM
Block 1
Oct 2025 - March 2026
- Onboarding
- Spend two weeks getting to know colleagues and departments working on sustainable solutions. This includes exciting visits to Lufthansa Technik (Hydrogen Aviation Lab, Cyclean Enginge Wash, AeroShark) as well as presentations on sustainable aviation fuel, sustainability on board, intermodal solutions, eco-friendly flight trajectories etc.
- 1st Lufthansa Group Project
- Get up to speed and work on your first sustainability project for 6 months.
- Airline Know How
- A two days seminar will help you to understand the complex field of Airline Management. On top of that you will also have the opportunity to get to know our customers and our product better as an additional crew member on a long-haul flight.
- Self-Reflection
- Discuss your current personal and professional situation and your plans with our experienced coach in an individual coaching session. The same coaching takes place at the end of the trainee period so that you can find your own path with professional support. In addition, there will be a one-week intensive coaching session where you will focus intensively on yourself, your role in the group and your peers.
- GreenTech Summit
- Connect, exchange and learn about relevant trends and technologies at fairs like GREENTECH FESTIVAL, Impact Festival etc.
- FutureTech
- Go on a tour across Germany (or other countries) and get hands-on experiences of various sustainable mobility and logistics solutions like Hyperloop, direct air capture, sustainable aviation fuel, eVTOL, hydrogen planes, fuel cell trucks, drones etc.
Block 2
April - Sept 2026
- 2nd Lufthansa Group Project
- Work on your second sustainability project for 6 months.
- Social project (help alliance)
- Together with your team you will be an active part of a social aid project of our own NGO, the help alliance, for 2 weeks.
- Professional Skills
- Expand your professional skills in story telling, pitch training, presentation skills and project management with our experts from LH Consulting.
- Impact of Science
- Broaden your knowledge of state-of-the-art science that is needed to develop sustainable solutions. Visit various institutes or universities and zoom in on their visions of future tech (DLR, Bauhaus Luftfahrt etc.).
Block 3
Oct 2026 - March 2027
- 3rd Lufthansa Group Project
- Work on your third sustainability project for 6 months.
- GMT Team Project
- Team up with your fellow GMT in a joint project, working for 2 weeks on a sustainable solution for Lufthansa Group.
- Flexible
- Work on 3 different sustainability projects within your 18 months program
- Relevant
- Deepen your understanding of the impact of science and experience cutting edge sustainability solutions
- Professional
- Expand your knowledge in the field of sustainability, pitch training, story telling and project management
- Multi-faceted
- Experience corporate & start-up environments
COMPANIES
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Lufthansa Airlines
Lufthansa as the first choice for customers who want to fly more sustainably – that is my ambition.
Company
We are enthusiastic about travel: We connect people all over the world – to more than 200 destinations in 80 countries. Times change: sustainability is one of our core topics.
Challenge
We are transforming our fleet, product and processes while leveraging sustainable fuels – for which we are looking for the brightest innovators to join us.
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Lufthansa Cargo
More sustainable air freight – that is our goal.
Company
With a turnover of 2.8 billion euros and a transport performance of 6.5 billion freight tonne kilometers in 2020, Lufthansa Cargo is one of the world's leading companies in the transport of air freight.
Challenge
Significantly lowering CO₂ emissions in freight transport – with the help of sustainable, alternative fuels and innovative technologies in the air and on the ground – is one of our greatest tasks.
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Lufthansa Technik
We innovate to help our customers achieve cleaner aviation.
Company
With our passion for aviation, we make the world take off. We are the leading provider of civil aircraft maintenance, repair, overhaul and modification services for commercial, VIP and special mission aircraft. “We are aviationeers” sums up our self-image of innovators and technoholics thinking aviation further into the future.
Challenge
We aim to operate one of the most efficient production networks in the aviation industry and continuously reduce our CO₂ footprint. By developing innovative products, we strive to make aviation more sustainable.
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Lufthansa Systems
Unleash IT’s Potential for Sustainable Skies!
Company
With more than 25 years of experience and more than 350 customers of all sizes and business models, Lufthansa Systems is a market leader for IT solutions in the global aviation industry.
Challenge
Sustainability is the prime challenge in aviation. We need to use the full potential of IT and cooperation to achieve carbon neutrality.
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Lufthansa Innovation Hub
Sustainability is the driving force transforming travel.
Company
The Lufthansa Innovation Hub (LIH) is the digitalization spearhead of the Lufthansa Group and connects the world's largest aviation group with relevant players in the global travel & mobility tech ecosystem to create and capture value beyond flying.
Challenge
Compensation, efficiency & transparency. The LIH is working on innovative digital business models to make future travel more sustainable.
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Lufthansa Consulting
Social and environmental challenges in the aviation industry are of increasing importance to our consulting services worldwide.
Company
As the independent consultancy of the Lufthansa Group, Lufthansa Consulting advises and supports its clients in developing sustainable and eco- friendly solutions to reduce their environmental footprint. This could involve fuel efficiency programs, green fares or the implementation of a more sustainable customer journey in the aviation industry.
Join now and get to know the exciting world of an international management consultancy as a Green Mobility Trainee alongside diverse sustainability projects! Shape the future with us!
Challenge
Balancing strategies to meet the growing needs of the aviation industry, with sustainable and eco-friendly solutions to reduce its future environmental footprint.
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time:matters
At time:matters, we're strongly committed to minimizing our carbon footprint and investing in a more global future.
Company
We at time:matters are the experts for Sustainable High-Performance Logistics. And we love what we do! We transport urgently needed spare parts, life-saving stem cells and important documents, by air, rail and road quickly and reliably from A to B.
Challenge
Becoming carbon neutral – because there is no planet B.
CANDIDATES
Suitable candidates have completed their Master's degree in business, tech or any studies related to sustainability, mobility and transport by the start of the program in October 2025 at the latest.
Important: we are looking for applicants who have already first-hand experience in sustainability. This might be internships, Master or Bachelor Thesis or any other knowledge you got in the field of sustainability.
Application
- 31 March 2025
Start of application process: - You start your application online with a brief questionnaire. After a first check (Master etc.?) we will send you the link for our short online test. Please note: you will have two days to finish the test.
- 20 April 2025
End of application process: - Please note: we will close the application channel on the 20th of April or once we have received 350 applications. We recommend checking the number of free application slots on a daily basis. Make sure to upload all documents.
- Application is closed.
Pre-Selection
- 12 May 2025
Start of the interviews: - We will conduct video interviews within the following 5 days. Please ensure to be available during these days.
- 19 May 2025
Evaluation starts: - We will review which applicants best fit our program and let you know if you made it to the next step.
Selection
- 25 May 2025
All invitations to our applicant days will be sent out: - Excited to meet you for the applicant days!
- Applicant Days: 03. or 04.06.2025
- A whole day where we get to know each other in Frankfurt. Learn what we can offer and show what you’ve got. Your applicant day will be on 03rd or 04th of June. Important to note: The applicant days will only be held on those two days. Please keep these dates free as we are unable to offer alternative dates.
- Application is closed.
FAQ
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What is unique about the Green Mobility Trainee program?
What distinguishes the trainee program from other trainee programs out there is that sustainability is at the very center of the program. GMT focuses throughout the whole journey on implementation and impactful action to push sustainable change at Lufthansa Group. GMT offers opportunities to broaden one's horizon and explore diverse ecosystems like science, start-up culture and corporate world. GMT is part of our sustainability movement to #MakeChangeFly.
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Which Lufthansa Group companies are taking part in the Green Mobility Trainee program?
GMT is a group-wide initiative. On top of the mentioned subsidiaries all Lufthansa Group companies are taking part. Special feature: You choose the subsidiaries and business units in which you would like to have your practical project assignments.
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Where are fields of action regarding sustainability Lufthansa is already working on?
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Can I choose my sustainability projects?
Each trainee will get the chance to review all submitted projects a 6 to 8 weeks before the starting period of new projects. You can then indicate your 3 priorities for each assignment period. We will guarantee that you get your priority project at least once. The following two projects often result from contacts you have made or through other trainees. However, from our experience we were always able find a good solution for all parties involved.
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What will I earn during the trainee program?
The salary is € 62.000 per year plus bonus depending on the business result.
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How many vacation days will I have, and can I choose my vacation without any limitations?
You will receive an annual leave of 30 days per year. From our experience, vacation is best taken between project periods, to ensure easy transition at the end or before the start of each project.
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Is there a guarantee of employment after the program?
The contract is an unlimited contract. We encourage you to look for a suitable job offer in the last 4-6 months of the program. We will support you with a CV book and our network.
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Who can apply for the program?
Basically, everyone with a Master's degree and sustainability knowledge. It is important that you have a Master's degree certificate at the beginning of the program. Until then, a confirmation from the university about your study progress is sufficient.
Sustainability knowledge or experience is not only a big plus - it is probably your entry ticket to the program. Please be specific about how you gained your knowledge and experience (bachelor thesis, master thesis, university courses, internship, job, etc.). -
What is the application process for the Green Mobility Traineeship?
- You start your application with a brief questionnaire and an online test.
- Please note: you will have two days to finish your online test!
- Are we a good fit? After you have passed the tests, the next stage is the video interview.
- If we feel that we would be a good fit for each other, you will be invited to attend one of our applicant days.
Important to note: the applicant day for you will only be held on the 3rd or 4th of June.
Please keep these dates free as we are unable to offer alternative dates.
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When will I be informed about the online test result?
If you have finished your test on time (2 days) with good results and we would like to get to know you further, we will send you invitations to the video interviews and information about the waiting list by May 2 at the latest. Unfortunately, we only have a limited number of places for the interviews, so we will have to send out the rejections after May 2.
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How can I prepare for the video interview?
The goal is to get to know each other. Give us insights into who are you as a person and into your motivation why the traineeship is exactly what you want to do. Naturally, we also want to give you the opportunity to get to know the program and the different subsidiaries so feel free to bring in your own questions.
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How will the application day proceed?
After you have met the program manager Susanne and our psychologists, a computer test is on the agenda for you.
After a break, you will continue with a psychological interview, a role play and a presentation for which you will be given some preparation time.
Of course, there are enough breaks to have a look at some typical sustainability projects, have something to eat, drink, talk or relax.
Throughout the day, the former Green Mobility Trainees and Susanne are on hand to answer questions.
We've known you, your application for weeks and can't wait to finally see you in person in Frankfurt! -
How can I prepare for the applicant day?
We already know your CV very well, now we are interested in the person behind it!
Do you have special interests, are there topics you're passionate about, do you have certain attitudes and convictions, what inspires you? Tipp: you are most convincing when you know yourself well.
In addition, we recommend that you take a close look at the program, its schedule and content.
We have a lot of plans to become carbon neutral by 2050. What in particular do YOU bring to the table to help us achieve this?