Fast-tracking your career as well as your cargo
How does cargo move across seas, mountains, rainforests and continents to get from one place to another?
The answer is through the work of an International Freight Forwarder! As an International Freight Logistics Apprentice you will earn as you learn, combining practical on-the-job training with study towards a Level 3 International Freight Logistics Apprenticeship.
In the modern world of next day delivery and where the purchase of almost anything is only a click away, our International Freight Logistics roles are about working with our customers to plan the transportation of their goods across borders. Your role is to ensure that your customer’s goods are delivered by air, sea or road in the easiest and most effective way possible, but don’t worry if this all sounds a bit daunting to you! We don’t expect you to know anything about freight logistics when you join us. While knowledge about the movement of goods is warmly welcomed, your desire to want to learn about the industry and your ability to work in a team is far more important. If you’re a confident, analytical person who is eager to learn and progress in their career then you’d be a great fit for this apprenticeship!
What does the programme involve?
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During this programme you will achieve a Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard in International Freight Forwarding. You will focus on the movement of goods across either the sea, air or road and you will receive training and support to ensure that you are able to perform your role to the very highest standard.
Day to day you may be responsible for a variety of tasks such as shipment bookings, creating the appropriate documents, liaison with carriers, or generating sales quotations, but you will be taught and supported to do these things by your manager, your team and the apprenticeship team at Kuehne+Nagel.
In addition to on-the-job training, you will also learn the skills to be successful through face to face workshops and 1:1 meetings with your personal tutor every month.
Where can the programme take me?
After successfully gaining your qualifications and proving yourself to be an effective member of the team, you will be eligible for a bonus and pay rise, and there is also the opportunity to secure a full time role within the International Freight Logistics department. Your career is in your hands and, with the knowledge you have gained over the course of the apprenticeship, it is up to you to decide which route your career will take within Kuehne+Nagel.
Meet asif - freight logistics apprentice
Why did you join Kuehne+Nagel?
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I found out through online research that it was a great large scale organisation to work for. There were lots of glowing reviews online about Kuehne+Nagel and positive feedback about management.
What has been the best part of your apprenticeship so far?
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I have had so many highlights during my apprenticeship but my best moments were being nominated for the Asian apprenticeship awards and attending the ceremony with my manager. Also, being noticed on the branch score boards for recognition of customer service skills. Finally, I love it whenever I have made a profit for Kuehne+Nagel.
What’s the most interesting thing you’ve you learnt during your apprenticeship?
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Learning about all the different aircraft types. Particularly, how airlines work in terms of how much they charge per shipment. E.g. they work out how much space the cargo takes up rather than the shipment's actual weight.
What’s the hardest thing about doing an apprenticeship?
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Definitely juggling a day job with all of the different assignments and coursework but I have overcome that with the support of my team.
What do I need to apply?
Applicants to the apprenticeship programme must have achieved (or be expected to achieve) five GCSEs at grades 3 – 9 / A*-D (including English & Maths) or equivalent
A desire to always deliver best in class customer service
Other than that we are just looking for passion and enthusiasm to progress within the logistics sector.
How do I apply?
So what are you waiting for? Search our vacancies to see what roles we have.
Application This is so we can get you registered on our system and make sure you meet the minimum criteria for the programme
Telephone interview
You will receive a phone call from a member of the team to ask you a bit more about yourself and why you are interested in the role
Face to face interview or assessment centre
You will either be invited for a face to face interview with the Manager who is hiring for this role or you will be invited to an assessment centre. The assessment centre will still have an interview within it but may also have a few extra elements such as group discussion or an in-tray activity.
Offer
Following your interview or assessment centre, you will be called by a member of the team and provided with feedback - no matter the outcome. If you are made an offer, you will soon receive your contract and plans will start to be made with you for your first day as a Kuehne+Nagel apprentice!
Why choose a Kuehne+Nagel apprenticeship?
Competitive starting salary, with bonuses and pay rise contained within the programme
Attractive benefits including pension and cashback & discount portal
Support to achieve professionally recognised qualifications
