Are you ready to dive into the exciting world of freight forwarding? This is your chance to start your career and work with experienced professionals from around the globe, making a real impact in international trade. 

As a Freight Forwarding Trainee at Blue Water Shipping, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience in several aspects of the industry. Whether you're coordinating shipments, managing logistics operations, or developing new business opportunities, you'll be at the forefront of this dynamic and constantly evolving field. 

From beginner to professional with hands-on experience

We are a global provider of all logistics services in modern supply chain management. At the heart of Blue Water is an organisation of professionals skilled to offer complete and tailor-made solutions to any shipping and transport requirement anywhere in the world.

You’ll be part of a widely recognised two-year learning journey, providing numerous career opportunities. The program offers international expertise by working in a global organisation, developing talent and skills. We will boost your development by providing you with the tools and training to become an expert in the industry by engaging in a team of professional colleagues. After the 2-years we will provide the opportunity for some of our trainees to work abroad in another country and gain further international exposure.

“The opportunity to try out so many different things gives me an all-around understanding of freight forwarding work and getting to know people from different cultures and backgrounds who I can now call my friends - it’s also beautiful to see us grow together during the programme.” - Victoria Mendes, Graduated BWS Trainee

Two years of rapid career progression

Our trainee program is tailored to kick-start your career and future opportunities for a rewarding international career in freight forwarding and useful skills valued in many different functions in logistics, transport and supply chain industry.

During the two years program there will be seven weeks of schooling, which will be a combination of physical classroom training in Denmark at the Blue Water Academy and online training from home. The program will give you the opportunity to connect solid practical experience in the office with theoretical knowledge. All teaching will be in English.

If you are new to the freight forwarding industry, the traineeship is a great way to gain experience in a wide range of aspects.” - Gabriel Matos, Graduated BWS Trainee

A unique career in an international setting

We are looking for motivated and curious young professionals ready to embark on an exciting learning experience. You don’t need any experience from the industry, as you will learn everything required for the job. But we require that you:

• Completed secondary school or equivalent.
• Are fluent in English

However, do not hesitate to send your application when not fulfilling the requirements; we are looking widely for our upcoming talents. Make sure you have prepared your CV and a motivational letter telling us why you are applying for the trainee position at Blue Water Shipping. Please send your application in English.

Information

In Blue Water Shipping, we have an ongoing hiring process. Send your application along with your CV soonest to ensure one of the coveted trainee positions at Blue Water Shipping.

We are looking very much forward to seeing your application.

Start date is September 2025.

Together we create solutions

We are a global provider of all logistics services in modern supply chain management. At the heart of Blue Water is an organisation of professionals skilled to offer complete and tailor-made solutions to any shipping and transport requirement anywhere in the world.

Since the company was founded in 1972, our ambition has been to provide clients with the best service and highest quality in the industry. We believe in strong and long-lasting relations. Today, we are represented with more than 2,600 employees in 80 offices worldwide.

We love to play as a team - and we play to win. Therefore, our employees are the key to our success. With frequent team bonding and welfare events, we embrace the culture of togetherness.