Business Trainee

Our Business Trainee role in Oslo is a steppingstone to management and a fantastic learning opportunity for anyone interested in running a business, excelling in a client-focused role, pursuing an international career, and enjoying a vibrant work environment. You will become part of a dynamic team focused on client engagement, conversion and customer service. Depending on your performance, our goal is to see you grow within the company after the completion of the 6-month program. It is a full time, entry level position.

The Role

As our next Trainee, you will join a passionate, dynamic, and internationally experienced team. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, proactively responding to client queries and developing and executing marketing activities. If you advance to the role of Program Coordinator, you’ll take on a more senior role within the team, expanding your responsibilities to include building the company brand, presenting EF programs at external venues and open houses, and advising customers on EF programs. As a Trainee, you will be a key part of the team, contributing to the growth and development of an international business. You will be challenged to demonstrate creativity, exceptional drive, entrepreneurial spirit, and high ambition.

The Program

During the 6-month, EF will provide exceptional product and industry solution training through a combination of classroom and online resources, hands-on field experiences, client outreach, and structured support. We will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to make an immediate impact and achieve personal growth and business accumen.

Upon successful completion of the program, you will also have the opportunity to participate in a variety of different trainings to develop as a Program Coordinator. EF expects you to be prepared within 2-4 years to lead your own product team and/or take on an international role within any of EF’s divisions.

Requirements (All Candidates)

Experience of studying, working, or living abroad
Fluency in Norwegian and English, both spoken and written
Academic degree in business, economics, or equivalent
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Team spirit combined with competitiveness and results orientation
Strong drive and readiness to work under high pressure in a fast-changing environment
Leadership abilities
Willingness to invest time and effort for the prospect of an international career

Great to Have, But Not a Must

Fluency or knowledge in additional languages such as French, German, Spanish, Italian, or others
Experience in client outreach, customer engagement, or a strong interest in learning proactive and direct client interactions
Experience in telemarketing or customer outreach roles

What We Offer

You will become part of a large international company with high ambitions, passion, and heart. We provide training, personal and professional development, and focus on your future career opportunities, both in Norway and abroad. The environment is informal, with plenty of room for high spirits and lots of laughter across the office. We host enjoyable events throughout the year and enjoy "after work" gatherings before heading into the weekend.

Work in an international and dynamic atmosphere
Receive individual coaching, joint training, and experience international employee events as well as annual kick-offs
Receive individual onboarding as well as New Hire Training
Work from our centrally located offices in the heart of Oslo
Take advantage of a wide range of development opportunities within 2-3 years at home and abroad
Get to know our schools and colleagues on-site during our regular fam trips to the UK, the US, Malta, etc.
Get involved: Our flat hierarchies allow you to help shape things right from the start
And much more

Submit your application today!

About EF Education First

At EF we believe that the world is better when people try to understand one another. Since 1965, we have helped millions of people see new places, experience new cultures, and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Our culturally immersive education programs—focused on language, travel, cultural exchange, and academics—turn dreams into international opportunities.

When you join EF, you join a multicultural and diverse community working across more than 600 schools and offices in 50 countries, all with one shared mission of opening the world through education. Whoever you are, whatever you are passionate about—we welcome you and want you to bring that to work every day. EF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, caste, parental status, identity, experience and everything else that makes you unique.

Founded in Sweden in 1965, EF has schools and offices around the world, including hubs in Boston, London, Mexico City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Zürich, and more. Learn more at https://www.ef.com.

EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All positions are subject to a criminal background and/or reference checks, as applicable.

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Business Trainee

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