Coca-Cola HBC is recruiting high-caliber talented graduates for the Coca-Cola International Leadership Trainee Program 2026 designed to help you fast-track your international career.
Coca-Cola is a global icon and the best-selling soft drink in history, created by Dr. John S. Pemberton in Atlanta, Georgia. Here\’s a brief overview.
Coca-Cola was introduced on May 8, 1886, at Jacobs\’ Pharmacy, initially selling nine servings per day. It was patented in 1887 and registered as a trademark in 1893.
By 1895, Coca-Cola was available in every US state and territory. The company began franchised bottling operations in 1899, taking the brand global.
Today, Coca-Cola is available in over 200 countries, with a significant presence in international markets. In Nigeria, Coca-Cola has been a popular choice since its introduction in 1951.
With a net worth of $260.6 billion, Coca-Cola has become a cultural phenomenon, adapting to changing consumer preferences while maintaining its iconic status
Coca-Cola International Leadership Trainee Program Overview
The Coca-Cola International Leadership Trainee Program 2026 is a fast-track career development opportunity designed for ambitious early-career professionals.
Duration: 18-24 months, starting in April 2026
Location: Various countries, with international rotations
Type: Full-time paid program
Sponsor: Coca-Cola HBC
Eligibility Criteria
- University degree or final-year student available full-time
- 1-3 years of work experience in a business-related field
- Fluent in English and conversational level of local language for the applied country
- Legally eligible to work in the chosen country
- Open to international relocation
Program Benefits
- International Experience: Work across markets through job assignments, international rotations, and cross-country projects
- Leadership Development: Gain hands-on experience in Sales, Finance, E-commerce, Data Analytics, and Digital from Day One
- Mentorship & Support: Guided by senior leaders, assigned a buddy, and join a global trainee community
- Tailored Learning Journey: Training delivered by a world-class business school alongside Coca-Cola HBC functional academies
- Competitive monthly salary
Selection Process
The program runs for 18–24 months, starting in April 2026. Expect diverse experiences that will challenge you, sharpen your self-awareness, broaden your perspective, and build essential leadership skills.
Note that admission into the Program is competitive, and the journey demands commitment, resilience, and determination. But if you succeed, the transformation will be profound and the rewards invaluable.
How to Apply
If you meet the above requirements and you are ready to take on the challenge and transform your future, you will need to apply online and answer a few questions. If your profile meets the requirements, you will be ask to go through a Business Reasoning online test with a duration of 1 hour
Application deadline: Not specified
Apply via careers.coca-colahellenic.com or visit
https://www.coca-colahellenic.com/en/working-with-us/international-leadership-trainee-program