Dual PUMA Students Bridge

Dual Students

Get on the Forever Faster Career Lane

Fresh out and can’t wait to rock a career? Choose between five different studies offered in a dual study program at our PUMA HQ in Herzogenaurach. It’s the best of both worlds: Discover PUMA and get a great education at the same time. Follow in the footsteps of over 20 future talents going through the program right now.

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Chances

So, what’s the deal? Your track to an exciting future is cleared. Are you ready to take the first step? PUMA is more than work. It’s a chance for you to grow into an individual, proud of your abilities and ready to take them further together with others. Do you have the drive to live the PUMA Speed and Spirit? Then get ready to experience these chances.

Get on your mark


This isn’t about a classic 9-to-5. PUMA’s dual study program is unique and exceptional, full of opportunities for you to leave your mark and be you in the most exceptional way.



Round and round

Explore the world from a PUMA perspective! As you change your place of residence and departments, you’ll discover there’s more to your own abilities than you might have previously thought. You’ll become Forever Faster.

Team up

Come together with employees from more than 60 nations. There’s no easier way to meet other mindsets and cultures, and be constantly curious about the world.

Take your position

We’re confident in everything we do – and so will you. You will get your own tasks and projects, taking over more and more responsibility. The result? Presenting in front of your colleagues on a regular basis, growing your confidence and abilities with constructive feedback. In the end, you’ll find solutions – the Forever Faster way.

Come into your own

You’re not into just following a set path, but want to find your own? Be driven to be proactive! You have the possibility to influence your rotation plan and join departments of your interest. Meet and network with peers, colleagues and supervisors as you go.

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Social Gains

WELCOME DAY

Right on the first day, you get the chance to meet up with all new joiners, get to know them and together, you’ll start on your track to a successful career at PUMA.


Buddy Program

Every new Future Talent has one contact person, who’s open to give you the answers and advice you need.


Further Support

You are given a designated HR contact person who supports, helps and develops you.
Every department has trained colleagues who are familiar with the program you are participating in. Think of them as training partners: They’re there to support and develop you.

PUMA LIFE

You’re about to enter a unique, international and dynamic working environment that is purely PUMA. And because we’re international, you’ll get great networking possibilities within the company.


GET ACTIVE!

PUMA’s community engagement is strengthened by our “Future Talents Go Social” projects. For instance, we prettified, painted and claded the entrance of one of the Nuremberg city mission houses with wood. We also organised a soccer tournament for refugees in Höchstadt.

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ADDITIONAL BENEFITS


  • Discounts

  • Public transportation ticket for your daily commute

  • Cost for educational books


The World at Your Fingertips

Spend three months in a foreign PUMA location. We’ll cover the costs! Join exciting Marketing projects in Boston, get to know the Retail environment in Japan or learn about Sourcing in Hong Kong or Vietnam.

ROUND AND ROUND IT GOES

Every three months, after coming back from a semester at uni you’ll rotate through to another team within PUMA. Also check out our diverse training, learning and development possibilities to give your career an extra push.


THE SKY IS THE LIMIT!

And what’s next? How about exciting job opportunities after your graduation? PUMA has different business areas and different locations around the world ready for you to join the team. For instance: Project Manager in IT, Product Line Manager in one of our Business Units, Business Process Manager, Manager Retail Logistics, Field Account Manager and many more. Who knows where your path will take you?

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You want to know what you can expect?


Unique and exciting tasks, as PUMA dual students (former and current) can attest to.

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Kick-start your career before you graduate

Nora-Sophie already started her career at PUMA when she joined the dual student program in the field of Fashion Management and Business Economics. After rotating in different teams and gaining real industry experience, she is building her career in Product Management within our Teamsport Business Unit. Listen to her career path.

Fields of Study

So, what are your options? With our dual study programs, you have a business basis and depending on your preference, you can choose a major as well! Check out your possibilities:

International Business

Together with the DHBW Stuttgart, we combine broad business management at PUMA on a global level – in both German and English. Right off the bat, you can apply your acquired skills from university in various departments at PUMA and benefit from a blend of interesting theory and in-depth practical experience.


Take the lead






Duration

3 Years


Campus


DHBW Stuttgart


Degree


Bachelor of Arts


Course content



  • General Business Management

  • Economics

  • Law

  • IT

  • Mathematics and Statistics

  • Intercultural Management

Choose Major


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International Experience



  • Internship abroad at PUMA office worldwide (Boston, Hongkong, etc.)

  • Semester abroad

Experience at PUMA



  • Product Management

  • Marketing

  • Retail

  • Sales

  • Sourcing

  • People & Organization

  • Corporate Sustainability
Accounting and Controlling

Crunch the numbers in our Accounting and Controlling program in cooperation with the DHBW Stuttgart. Focus on finance, more precisely on the accounting, controlling and taxation aspect of PUMA. Combine your theoretical knowledge and in-depth practical experience, and get rolling right away in various Finance departments at PUMA.


Count Up

   

Duration



3 years



Campus



DHBW Stuttgart



Degree



Bachelor of Arts



Course content




  • German and International Accounting / Controlling Practices

  • General Business Management

  • Economics

  • Law

  • IT

  • Excellent math skills are a prerequisite



 International Experience


 




  • Internship abroad at PUMA office worldwide (Boston, Hongkong, etc.)

  • Semester abroad



Experience at PUMA




  • Accounting

  • Operational / Cost / International Controlling

  • Internal Treasury

  • Internal Audit

  • Insurance


 

digital Commerce Management

Take the path of your favorite PUMA product. In PUMA’s and DHBW Heilbronn's Digital Commerce Management program, you’ll learn the ropes of basic business with a focus on digital commerce. In times of globalization and digitalization, this field of study becomes more and more important and is facing constant and exciting challenges. Take them head on right away with what you learn at PUMA.


Get transferred

   

Duration


3 years


Campus


DHBW Heilbronn


Degree


Bachelor of Arts


Course content



  • General Business Management

  • Mathematics and Statistics

  • Law

  • Economics

  • IT and Business Intelligence

  • Business Process, Procurement and Distribution Management

International Experience



  • Internship abroad at PUMA office worldwide (Boston, Hongkong, etc.)

Experience at PUMA



  • Digital Marketing

  • Content Management

  • Consumer Experience

  • Process Management

  • Analytics & Business Intelligence

  • E-Com Technology
Fashion Management

Enter retail management and product development while getting the basics of business management at PUMA and the DHBW Heilbronn. By combining a variety of different modules, you develop a holistic view on the retail industry and a great product knowledge. The kicker? Immediately putting your skills to the test at various PUMA product departments.


Pick up the Thread

   

Duration


3 years


Campus


DHBW Heilbronn


Degree


Bachelor of Arts


Course content



  • General Business Administration

  • Fashion Economics

  • Marketing

  • Textile Technology

  • Soft Skills Courses

International Experience



  • Internship abroad at PUMA office worldwide (Boston, Hongkong, etc.)

  • Semester abroad

Experience at PUMA



  • Product Management

  • Marketing

  • Visual Merchandising

  • Retail

  • Sales

  • Product Development

  • Planning
Business Informatics

In the age of Big Data, data analysis is becoming increasingly important in business and society. Data must be organized, evaluated, and visualized using various methods, and the resulting findings must be integrated into the corporate context and business processes. You can find out how at the DHBW Heilbronn.


Explore the data

   

Duration



3 years



Campus



DHBW Heilbronn



Degree



Bachelor of Science



Specialization



 Business Engineering



Course content




  • Basics of Business Administration

  • Basics of Business Informatics

  • Basic concepts of IT and Programming



 International Experience


 




  • Internship abroad at PUMA office worldwide (Boston, Hongkong, etc.)

  • Semester abroad



Experience at PUMA




  • Project Management IT

  • SAP

  • IT Support

  • IT Network and Security

  • IT Communication Systems


 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Sound good? Can’t wait to find out more? We have some FAQs for your most burning questions:

How does the application process run?

  • Apply via our career homepage.

  • Impress us in the pre-interview.

  • Convince us during the Assessment Center in Herzogenaurach (usually September - November).

  • Accept our offer!

What are the application deadlines?

Our selection procedure normally begins in June for those starting in the following year. Keep an eye on our regular job postings, as sometimes a position might become vacant again!

What documents do you need?

Your application must include your CV, a cover letter and your latest school certificate. If applicable, you can also enclose other attachments like reference letters etc.

How many open positions do you have?

Depending on the needs of our departments, the number of positions we offer you can change from year to year. In 2020 we filled 8 dual student positions.

How important is a grade average?

In general, grades are important for us since they mirror your school performance and also indicate a tendency on your strengths and fields of interest. However, a convincing application, an impressive performance at your job interview and your above all your personality play a crucial role in our selection process!

Is doing sports a requirement?

Oftentimes, PUMA employees love and enjoy doing sports, and express their passion in their jobs. However, being active in your free time is not a requirement for becoming a part of our company.

Do I need good English skills?

As an international global player, PUMA’s company language is English. So, good English skills are a requirement and are needed on a daily basis.

What does PUMA pay attention to?

Show that you bring Speed and Spirit into your chosen field of study. What gives you the confidence to take the challenge? And what makes you the best choice for PUMA? This is your chance to shine and convince us of your energy, but never forget, just be you! Nothing convinces us more than getting to know you and your motivation to join our brand.

What are my chances of staying on after?

Your chances are defined by your determination and drive! Throughout the three years you spend with us, your performance is our key indicator for us when it comes to keeping you on the team.

What's the PUMA dress code?

At PUMA, every day is Casual Friday. So, you can leave your suit and tie at home, even for interviews. Just one thing is always clear: We wear our PUMA hearts on our sleeves.

How do I get to Herzogenaurach?

If you don’t have a car, you can take one of two bus lines from Erlangen that take you to our headquarters.

 

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