Courage comes in many forms. As our trainee, you don't need all the answers - you need the courage to ask questions and the willingness to contribute while you learn.
Trainee
Project Manager Trainee
The Nordic Trainee Program is where your journey as a future project leader begins. In 18 months, you'll transform curiosity into capability, questions into expertise, and courage into the foundation and confidence that prepares you to eventually lead complex infrastructure projects in the Nordics.
Show us your courage
Håkon Ødegård Bergersen
Trainee
The NRC Group trainee program turned my studies into hands-on experience from day one. It’s been motivating and inspiring — I’ve learned quickly, taken on responsibility, and found the perfect start to my career.
Kriti Mathur
Trainee
The trainee program made my transition from studies smooth and gave me the confidence to contribute to NRC Group.
As a trainee at NRC Group, you'll take your first steps toward becoming a future project leader. Through real-life experience, hands-on training, and exposure to all areas of project management, you'll build a strong foundation for leading complex projects in the years to come. You won't finish the program as a fully qualified project manager, but you will graduate with the courage to take on challenges, the confidence to keep growing, and a clear next step in your career at NRC Group.
Throughout the journey, you'll be supported by experienced mentors, surrounded by passionate colleagues, and become part of a strong Nordic network that will continue to inspire, challenge, and empower you, long after the program ends.
Through the trainee program, I was given the opportunity to take on challenging roles early, which helped shape both my development and my career path.
Anders Gustafsson, CEO
About the program
We are looking for engineers with a master’s degree and the courage to grow into future leadership roles. To thrive on the project management journey, you should enjoy spotting opportunities and finding smarter solutions. You are curious, eager to share new perspectives, and committed to delivering on your promises. You genuinely care about people and safety. You bring strong analytical skills, leadership ambitions, and the drive to make an impact. Most importantly, you are motivated by shaping sustainable infrastructure across the Nordics—contributing to solutions that truly matter for both people and society
What you'll experience
Stepping into the NRC Group trainee program means joining a journey of growth, discovery, and collaboration. You’ll challenge yourself, gain new perspectives, and develop the confidence to shape meaningful solutions for people and society. As a trainee at NRC Group, you will:
- Be based in either Norway, Sweden, or Finland, contributing and learning on real projects in your home country.
- In the first 12 months we take part in four carefully designed modules covering key topics of project execution such as tender processes, planning, and site management.
- Gain a truly Nordic perspective by visiting and collaborating across Norway, Sweden, and Finland.
- Develop systematically with the support of experienced mentors guiding you every step of the way.
- Build the leadership skills and capabilities needed to succeed in future infrastructure projects.
After completing the core program, you'll spend six months working closely with a senior project manager on one of our major projects. You won't finish as a fully qualified project manager, but you will graduate with the courage to take on challenges, the confidence to keep growing, and a clear next step in your career at NRC Group.
How we'll support you
From day one, you'll have a dedicated manager guiding your entire journey. You'll join Nordic gatherings with fellow trainees from Norway, Sweden, and Finland, building a network that lasts throughout your career. We believe in learning by doing, which means you'll contribute to real projects while receiving the training and support you need to succeed.
Where it leads
This isn't just a program, it's your pathway to project leadership. After 18 months, you'll transition into a permanent role with a clear path towards becoming the project manager who leads tomorrow's infrastructure challenges.
Ready to join us?
We'd love to hear from you. Keep an eye on this page if you're interested in joining the next group of NRC trainees. If you have questions or would like to get to know us at NRC a bit better, please feel free to contact us.