Recruiting Talent

Kühne Logistics University (KLU) is your gateway to a pipeline of highly motivated and exceptionally qualified individuals. We offer a multitude of avenues to connect with the brightest minds in logistics and business. Connect with our Career Services and Employer Relations team to talk more about how we can help to target your search for top talents!

Engage With KLU's Talents

Recruitment Events

Each year, KLU hosts Career Connect, a premier event bringing together top companies in business and logistics with our exceptional student body. Participation offers a multitude of benefits:

  • Direct Engagement: Network with future industry leaders through company presentations, meet-and-greet sessions, and one-on-one speed pitches.
  • Targeted Recruitment: Connect with students specifically aligned with your company's needs and interests.
  • High-Impact Visibility: Showcase your company and career opportunities to a room full of motivated and qualified students actively seeking employment.

Tailored Recruiting Events

Looking for a more personalized approach? We can help you organize private recruiting events tailored to your specific needs. Let's discuss your vision and create the perfect platform to connect with potential hires.

Recruit Top Graduates and Alumni

Extend your reach beyond interns by tapping into our extensive network of talented graduates and experienced alumni. Here's how:

  • Join our network on Handshake by creating a company profile on our exclusive job portal, maximizing your exposure to a pool of highly qualified candidates.
  • Leverage our expertise to find the perfect fit for your open positions.
  • Your job post will be a part of our bi-weekly KLU student and Alumni newsletter to give you maximum exposure to the KLU community. 

Internships

All KLU students complete a minimum 12-week internship during the summer months (May-September). We can streamline your recruiting process by:

  • Posting your internship opportunities on our dedicated job portal on Handshake.
  • Partnering on exclusive internship opportunities offered solely to KLU students.

CV Book

  • CV Book (Early Access): Gain an edge in recruiting graduating talent. Sign up to receive our annual CV Book, distributed each spring. This comprehensive resource features CVs of students eager to launch their careers at your company.
  • Filterable and Easy-to-Use: Our CV Book is designed for your convenience. Search and filter candidates based on specific criteria, such as academic program, skills, and desired career path. This allows you to quickly identify the most promising candidates aligned with your needs and to contact them directly.

Beyond Now

Join Beyond Now, a high-impact innovation event hosted by the Entrepreneurship & Innovation Hub at Kühne Logistics University. It connects forward-thinking companies, ambitious students, and academic experts to co-create future-ready solutions to real-world business challenges.

Collaborate With Top Talents for BA / MA Thesis

Partner with KLU students for their Bachelor or Master thesis and unlock a wealth of benefits

  • Integrate Latest Insights: Gain access to the newest research and academic knowledge, allowing you to stay ahead of the curve in your industry.
  • Direct Faculty Expertise: Our esteemed professors and recognized leaders in their fields act as student supervisors ensuring the highest academic rigor and practical application of research.
  • Tailored Project Focus: Collaborate on defining the thesis topic, ensuring its direct relevance to your company's needs and challenges. Offer guidance and suggestions to the student throughout the research process.
  • Flexible Timeframes: Choose a thesis partnership that aligns with your project timeline – options range from 3 to 5 months, running twice per year (August-January or March-July).

Streamlined Process & Expert Support

  • We simplify the partnership process by advertising your thesis topic description on our dedicated job portal, attracting motivated students with relevant skills and interests.
  • We facilitate the connection between your company and the appropriate faculty member, ensuring a strong foundation for collaboration.

Benefits Extend Beyond Research

  • Identify Top Talent: Engage with talented and highly motivated students, gaining early access to a strong pool of potential future recruits.

Invest in Innovation & Partner with KLU:

By partnering with KLU students on their theses, you contribute to the advancement of knowledge in your field while gaining valuable research insights and fostering relationships with the next generation of industry leaders.

Exclusive Access to Future Leaders

Events

Connect & Network

Beyond Now - Future Creation Day

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Harbour Founder Summit 2025 by START Hamburg at KLU

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Connect & Network

Career Connect 2026

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Contact Us

Alycia Boyer
Alycia Boyer

Career Services & Employer Relations Manager