DHBW BWL - Industrial Business Management 2027

Stadtwerke Aalen is recruiting for a three-year dual study program in Industrial Business Management (DHBW BWL) in Aalen, Germany. This full-time, onsite opportunity blends hands-on work in core business areas with theory phases at DHBW Heidenheim, giving you a solid grounding in how a regional utility runs while you earn a degree. It’s a chance for curious, future-facing students who want to learn by doing across departments like procurement, sales and marketing, finance, and human resources.

The program is built for people who enjoy practical problem solving and teamwork, with a clear path from classroom concepts to real business results. If you like analysing data, collaborating with colleagues, and taking ownership of tasks, you’ll find the rotation structure and day-to-day work rewarding.

Entry is on 01.10.2026 and the study lasts three years. The practical training unfolds within Stadtwerke Aalen, while theory phases take place in alternating blocks at DHBW Heidenheim, with rotations through all relevant departments during the program.

Rotations across the core business

During the program you’ll move through key areas such as procurement and materials management, sales and marketing, controlling and accounting, and human resources. You’ll assist with planning, steering, and optimizing processes and will produce analyses and reports that support decision-making. You’ll also participate in cross-department projects and translate the knowledge from your studies into real company situations, taking on independent tasks and small projects as part of daily operations.

What you’ll bring to the table

Must-haves:

• A general higher education entrance qualification or a Fachhochschulreife with strong grades, particularly in economics
• A real interest in economic contexts and how businesses operate
• Strong analytical thinking paired with a collaborative mindset
• The ability to work independently and reliably

Nice-to-haves:

• Proficiency with MS Office is a plus

A practical path through your studies

The program runs for three years, pairing practical rotations at Stadtwerke Aalen with theory phases at DHBW Heidenheim. You’ll move through all the relevant departments, gaining a comprehensive view of how the organisation operates in daily business and strategic projects. The package includes a structured start and a clear route from classroom knowledge to on-the-job impact, all on site in Aalen.

Tips to stand out for this dual study program

Lead with the DHBW BWL Industrial Business Management track and the October 1, 2026 start in your resume, emphasising the three-year span and the intended rotation through Einkauf, Vertrieb, Controlling and Personalwesen.

When you show your must-have skills, back them with concrete examples from coursework or projects where you demonstrated analytical thinking and teamwork, and note any tasks you completed independently.

In interviews, be ready to discuss how you would apply your theoretical learning to real business challenges at Stadtwerke Aalen and to describe a cross-department project you would be excited to undertake during the rotations.

Ask practical questions about how rotations are scheduled, what kinds of projects you might contribute to across departments, and how the program measures success and provides development opportunities during the three-year path.

How to apply

Franziska Stahl is the contact person for applications. Reach out by phone at 07361 952-249 or via [email protected] to express your interest and learn about the next steps.