Trainee Program - Stockholm/Halmstad/Malmö/Karlstad

Care for Potential trainee program 26/27 – join us! 

Are you ready to take on real responsibility early in your career – and develop into a future key player within one of Sweden’s leading circular businesses? Do you want to use your potential, drive results, and help develop smart solutions that contribute to a more sustainable society?  

The Care for Potential Trainee Program is designed to fast-track ambitious graduates into key operational leadership roles. We are looking for high-potential individuals who combine business acumen with the drive to create measurable results – and who want to build a long-term career within the Stena Metall Group, which Stena Recycling is a part of. 

Apply for a trainee position at Stena Recycling in Stockholm, Halmstad, Malmö or Karlstad 
As a Trainee at Stena Recycling, you’ll have the opportunity to turn your academic knowledge into hands-on experience, participate in relevant training programs, expand your professional network, and build valuable understanding of our operations and how we create impact. From day one, you will work with experienced colleagues in operations as a junior Production Manager in Stockholm, Halmstad, Malmö, or Karlstad. The goal is clear – after completing the 10-month program, you will step into the Production Manager role, with continued development toward senior operational leadership. 

The program starts in September 2026. We have two positions open in Stockholm, one in Halmstad, one in Malmö, and one in Karlstad. 

What makes this program different? 
At Stena Recycling, operations are at the core of our business. This is where profitability, sustainability, and customer value come together. 

During the program, you will: 

• Combine structured training with real business responsibility. We will challenge you to unleash your full potential. 

• Participate in modules focused on operational excellence, financial performance, leadership, and sustainability. 

• Build an international network with trainees and colleagues across Sweden, Finland, Norway, Poland and Italy. 

• Work directly with experienced managers who will mentor and challenge you. 

• Contribute to a company that plays a key role in accelerating the transition to a circular economy. 

We offer permanent employment from day one and a market-based salary. Click here to learn more about the Program. 

Qualifications 

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, industrial economics, business management or related field. 

• Up to two years of relevant full-time work experience after graduation. 

• Fluent in Swedish and in English, both written and spoken. 

• The ability to work on-site in Stockholm, Halmstad, Malmö or Karlstad. 

But more importantly: 

• You are motivated by responsibility. 

• You enjoy being close to operations, where decisions have a direct impact. 

• You are curious and eager to learn. 

• You are comfortable taking initiative even when the path forward is not fully defined. 

• You combine analytical strength with the ability to turn ideas into practical action. 

• You aspire to lead people and create engagement in teams. 

• You build trust through strong interpersonal skills and understand that lasting results are created through collaboration and clear communication. 

Application and recruitment process 
We welcome your application no later than March 31. The selection process includes assessments, reference checks, and background screening. If you have any questions throughout the process, you are welcome to contact the responsible recruiters Erica Eriksson, erica.eriksson@stenarecycling.se,  or Andreas Hammarbäck, andreas.hammarback@stenarecycling.se. 

Ready to take the first step towards your new career? It starts with you. 

About Stena Recycling 
With 1,900 employees across 90 facilities in Sweden, we recycle more than 3.5 million tonnes of materials annually for over 40,000 customers. As part of the Stena Metall Group, we operate across Europe and are a key player in developing sustainable circular solutions for businesses across industries. 

By keeping resources in circulation, we contribute directly to reducing climate impact and strengthening long-term competitiveness for our customers.