Africa Apprenticeship Program

Are you just about to complete your studies and not sure if you want to embark on your career or further education? How about doing both?The ONE SAIL (Shipping Apprenticeship & International Learning) program is your solution!Starting in October 2025, this is a 2 year program where you will have the opportunity to learn about the container industry from both a theoretical and practical perspective while at the same time gaining international experience.

Theoretical TrainingThe program will include various courses and workshops related to shipping and business in general, covering subjects like shipping, international trade, vessel and cargo types, customs, cultural awareness, project management, making a presentation, remote collaboration to name but a few. Practical TrainingAs part of the SAIL program, you will have the opportunity to work in different departments from the local agency organisation, for example, Customer Service, Finance, Operations and Sales across the two years. You will be trained on the job, allowing you to gain a deep insight into the respective fields of work.

International ExperienceWith ONE being a global business, you will have the opportunity to gain experience at an international level. The program includes assignments that you will complete together with your fellow apprentices from ONE Europe and Africa offices, allowing you to experience international collaboration. You may also be offered the opportunity to experience working in another office outside of the one that you will be based in.

Are you the right fit?The suitable candidate should have a bachelor level education, an excellent command of the English language both verbally and in writing as well as some basic knowledge of business. In order to be successful in this program you will be required to have a high level of engagement, commitment, flexibility and openness. Candidates must be fluent in the local language of the recruiting country, hold a valid passport and where relevant, working visa. You must have the right to live and work in one of the following countries; Ghana, Ivory Coast, Kenya and Nigeria.

What can you expect from ONE?A local salary and company benefits such as pensionAn international and challenging work environmentA combination of personal and corporate growth to accelerate your career and help you achieve your goals. If you are interested in applying for the SAIL Program please send your CV and motivation letter in English to the HR Team at: nadia. leho@one-line. com, no later than 20 August 2025