BASF GRADUATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM 2025
WELCOME TO BASF
We combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. Around 112,000 employees in the BASF Group contribute to the success of our customers in nearly all sectors and almost every country in the world. Our portfolio comprises six segments: Chemicals, Materials, Industrial Solutions, Surface Technologies, Nutrition & Care and Agricultural Solutions.
We believe that chemistry has a critical role to play in achieving greater sustainability. We are determined to move forward in this respect. Our innovation focus is on developing new products and solutions that help our customers achieve their sustainability goals. We want to leverage the diverse growth potential of digitalization and seize the associated opportunities.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
We understand that talent is the future. For this reason, BASF South Africa provides meaningful & hands-on learning opportunities to qualifying graduates. The BASF Graduate Development Program is a 24-month program designed to create future talent needs for the business units, the company, and the industry. The development of our graduates follows the 70:20:10 Model of Learning which is based on three types of learning: Hands-on work and experience-based (70%), asking questions and interacting with fellow colleagues (20%), and formal classroom training (10%).
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Working for the number-one chemical company in the world
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The best practical learning environment guided by a structured development plan
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On-the-job training as part of a committed customer-focused team
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Regular feedback from Mentors
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Working with industry experts from across the continent
We are looking for graduates with the following qualifications:
Engineering: Chemical, Mining
Sciences: Chemistry, Pharmacy, Agriculture, Information Technology, Data Science
Management: Accounting, Finance, Real Estate / Property Management, Law, Supply Chain, Logistics, Marketing, Communications
* Please ensure that you attach your 2-page CV and full academic record when submitting your application.
HOW TO REACH US
For application support, please contact us at the following email address: early@careers.basf.com
Diversity is our greatest strength!
Become a part of our winning formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces inclusion and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.
Closing date for applications: 28 February 2025
A unique total offer: you@BASF
At BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.
A unique total offer: you@BASF
At BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.
We aim to form the best team by bringing together people with unique backgrounds, experiences and points of view. Our differences make us stronger and more vibrant. And an open, creative and supportive work environment inspires us to achieve exceptional results.
About BASF
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Contact us
You have questions about your application or on how to apply in Europe? The BASF Talent Acquisition Europe team is glad to assist you.
Please note that we do not return paper applications including folders. Please submit copies only and no original documents.
Johannesburg, ZA