Contrato en prácticas en Bilbao Transporte Marítimo – 1 año (m/f/n)

Role summary

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This one-year paid internship supports DHL’s maritime transport activities in Bilbao. Typical responsibilities may include coordinating sea-freight shipments, preparing transport documentation, updating internal systems, communicating with customers and carriers, tracking cargo, and assisting with operational reports. Candidates are generally expected to be studying or recently graduated in logistics, transport, international trade, business, or a related field. A good level of Spanish and English, strong organisational skills, attention to detail, teamwork, customer focus, and confidence using Microsoft Office are likely required. The successful candidate should be proactive, willing to learn, able to manage deadlines, and comfortable working in a fast-paced international logistics environment.

About the employer

DHL is a global logistics and transportation company operating across more than 220 countries and territories. It provides international express delivery, freight forwarding, supply-chain management, contract logistics, e-commerce fulfilment, and specialist transport services. DHL Global Forwarding, the division most closely associated with maritime transport roles, arranges ocean and air freight shipments and manages customs, documentation, warehousing, and end-to-end supply-chain solutions for businesses. The company is part of DHL Group and is known for its international network, operational scale, and focus on reliability, sustainability, and digital logistics. Employees and interns typically work with customers, carriers, customs partners, and colleagues across different countries. DHL places emphasis on teamwork, compliance, service quality, continuous improvement, and developing early-career talent through practical experience.

Working in Spain Islands

Spain’s main island job markets are in the Balearic and Canary Islands. Opportunities are strongest in tourism, hotels, restaurants, retail, airport services, logistics, maritime transport, healthcare, construction, and customer support. Spanish is important, while English and German are valuable in tourist areas. The Balearic Islands offer a Mediterranean lifestyle, beaches, strong seasonal employment, and higher housing costs, especially in Mallorca and Ibiza. The Canary Islands have mild weather year-round, an international population, and generally more affordable rents outside major tourist centres, though wages can be lower. EU and EEA citizens can work with registration requirements; non-EU nationals normally need a work visa or residence permit arranged before employment. Relocation requires budgeting for deposits, transport, healthcare, and accommodation. Bilbao is on mainland Spain rather than an island, so candidates should confirm the work location, commuting arrangements, and whether the internship includes any travel.