ABB Discovery Graduate Program
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 23, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 4, 2026. ABB scores B on the Alion truth index.
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
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Your role and responsibilities
18 months. 3 rotations. 1 journey for life. From your very first day, you are permanently employed and set on a journey of learning and discovery. Over 18 months, you’ll dive into three exciting six-month assignments of your choice - each one a chance to explore a new field, push your boundaries, and find where your passion lies.
Empower your future. Shape a sustainable world.
As a Graduate Trainee, you’ll take on real challenges, explore different roles, and build a career that drives progress - for you, your team, and the world.
Main Responsibilities
- You lead your own journey: Choose the rotations that inspire you most - whether it’s automation, R&D, or customer-facing roles.
- Learn from the best: Work alongside industry experts and gain mentorship from senior leaders.
- Build your network: Gain valuable insights from top managers through regular dinners and study visits and make friends for life.
- Global impact: Be part of a company driving innovation and sustainability worldwide.
Qualifications for the role
- A master’s degree in engineering, technology, or related field. Studies must be completed before the start of the program, September 2027.
- No more than two years of professional experience in your field of study before the start date.
- Strong leadership potential, ambition, and curiosity to take on new challenges.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset with a passion for making a difference.
- Due to migration laws, you need to be an EU/EES citizen or have a permanent residence permit in Sweden.
- Previous experience from an exchange semester, service- and/or industrial related role is considered an asset.
What’s in it for you?
Progress is an expectation. We’ll give you the expertise, opportunity and technology, you bring the ambition to keep moving forward. Here, you own the challenge, but you’ll never run alone.
More about us
ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation. We see our purpose as enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By connecting our engineering and digitalization expertise, we help industries run at high performance, while becoming more efficient, productive and sustainable so they outperform. We call this: ‘Engineered to Outrun’.
The application period for our Discovery Trainee Program is open until November 25th, 2026. We look forward to receiving your application (PDF documents submitted in English are appreciated). Please note that the selection process is ongoing, and applications are reviewed on a continuous basis.
Please note that to be eligible for employment at ABB Sweden, you will need to pass our pre-employment screening steps. This includes a compliance check, a drug test, and could also include an extended background check.
Recruiting Manager: Ulrika Karnland. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Johanna Holmlund, +46 72 579 70 20; Ledarna: Lenny Larsson, +46 70 632 85 47; Unionen: Krista Andersson, +46 706 44 02 85. All questions regarding the position and recruiting process can be directed to [email protected].
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.