Ambitious graduates invited to ignite a future career with one of the world’s leading brewers.
Heineken Malaysia Berhad (HEINEKEN Malaysia) is excited to announce that its 2023 HEINEKEN Graduate Programme is now open for applications from 20 March to 19 April 2023. The brewer is calling for talented and highly-motivated Malaysian graduates looking to kick-start their careers in a supportive and dynamic environment. The programme is an excellent opportunity for graduates to cultivate their skills while advancing their career growth.
The HEINEKEN Graduate Program is a regional initiative designed to empower graduates with invaluable experience, providing them with exposure to grow their careers, as well as enhance their capabilities to succeed in the industry. The 18-month programme provides successful applicants with a comprehensive induction and exposure to multi-functional roles and region-led development programmes. Participants will have the opportunity to learn on the job, working alongside experienced mentors locally and in the Asia Pacific region. The programme’s rotation concept will equip them with the essential skills, knowledge, and experience from diverse areas of the business, fostering a well-rounded skill set.
Victoria Ang, HEINEKEN Malaysia’s People Director said, “As part of the world’s most international brewer, HEINEKEN Malaysia is opening our doors for Malaysia’s best graduates to kick-start an exciting career filled with opportunities to develop. Graduates can expect to hone their skills and learn from a pool of leading experts across the various functions in our organisation. This programme represents our commitment to invest in our people and nurture talents in Malaysia.”
Successful applicants of the HEINEKEN Graduate Programme will embark on a journey of growth and discovery through four main assignments, with the first three in HEINEKEN Malaysia for four months each. Upon completion, graduates will then move on to a final six-month cross-functional assignment in one of the HEINEKEN Companies in Asia Pacific. These assignments will set them up for success in one of the seven business tracks, including Commerce, Supply Chain, Finance, Human Resources, Corporate Affairs, Legal, Digital & Transformation.
The HEINEKEN Graduate Programme provides an excellent foundation for graduates to accelerate career growth and build a fulfilling and rewarding career in the industry. To identify the best candidates, the registration process includes a series of assessments designed to evaluate their problem-solving skills, learning agility, communication skills, leadership skills among others.
Pirasintha Puspanathan, HEINEKEN Malaysia’s People Analytics and Insights Lead, and alumni of the programme shared, “I’m grateful for the opportunities given to me through the programme. It has allowed me to gain exposure to diverse countries and departments, broadening my perspective and enriching my experience. Additionally, I’ve developed friendships with colleagues from across the globe through this programme too!”
Calwyn Chin, HEINEKEN Malaysia’s Finance Asia Pacific Graduate added, “The development plans of the graduate programme are curated to help you build an exceptional career ahead. Through the programme, you will also be working closely with top-class managers and mentors in the industry, as well as connecting with like-minded talents across the world who will support you on your journey!”
