Graduate Programme - Finance

Do you want to be a valued part of the critical infrastructure that serves communities across Europe and beyond? Are you looking for an opportunity where you can make an impact, shape decisions, and accelerate your career?

If so, we are looking for dedicated, curious, and highly motivated graduates to join the DFDS Graduate Programme starting in September 2027.

Be part of the movement - and play your part.  

About the Finance Graduate Programme

The DFDS Graduate Programme is a two-year fast-track programme for recent graduates with an interest in and passion for the maritime industry. With several acquisitions and continued growth across Europe, our Finance Division plays a key role in supporting business performance, driving strategic decision-making, and enabling sustainable growth across DFDS.

During the programme, you will complete three rotations across different areas of our Finance Division. You will begin at our headquarters in Copenhagen, followed by a mandatory international rotation at one of our European hubs. Your final rotation at our headquarters (HQ) will be tailored to your skills, interests, and our business needs.

Throughout the programme, you will gain broad exposure to both the business partnering and HQ functions of our Finance Division while building valuable industry knowledge and professional experience.

Finance at DFDS

Finance is at the heart of supporting our business and helping DFDS make informed decisions across our shipping and logistics operations.

Examples of interesting tasks could be:

• Support business performance analysis and partner with stakeholders across functions and markets.

• Contribute to forecasting and planning processes, helping identify opportunities and areas requiring further analysis.

• Work with financial reporting, consolidation, accounting, and performance management.

• Develop KPI reporting and management insights to support business decisions.

• Deliver analyses and recommendations to management, highlighting performance trends, risks, and opportunities.

• Gain exposure to strategic projects, investments, and initiatives supporting the continued growth of DFDS.

Across all rotations, you will work closely with highly skilled colleagues and collaborate with teams across our business units, group functions, and senior leadership. To support your development, each rotation will include both a dedicated manager and a mentor who will help you successfully navigate your learning journey.

About you

At DFDS, we believe the strongest teams are built on diversity, inclusion, and different perspectives. We are looking for candidates who:

• Have graduated from a relevant master’s degree by the start of the Graduate Programme in September 2027.

• Have gained relevant experience through a student job, internship, exchange programme, or other extracurricular activities.

• Have no more than two years of full-time professional experience after completing your master's degree.

• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Are collaborative team players who enjoy working with others and creating impact.

• Are curious, proactive, and eager to learn and develop professionally.

• Have an international mindset and are excited about working across cultures and locations.

Working at DFDS 

Join the movement and grow with us.

As part of the DFDS Graduate Programme, you will become part of a strong graduate network across the company and build valuable connections across our international business. We offer a steep learning curve, meaningful responsibility from day one, and three interesting rotations designed to accelerate your professional development.

Are we a match? Apply now.  

If your skills, experience, aspirations, and personality match this opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply by uploading your CV no later than 30 November 2026 . When applying, you’re also asked to answer the following questions:

1. Why are you interested in joining the DFDS Graduate Programme?

2. How will the programme help kickstart your career?

3. How do you expect to contribute to the programme and DFDS?

4. What do you believe will be your biggest challenge(s) during the programme?

We look forward to hearing from you.