PLANTATION, Fla., April 11, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DPDHL, the world's largest mail and logistics group, has been named the 2010-2011 "International Partner of the Year" by AIESEC, the world's largest youth-run organization focusing on leadership development. Over the 15-year partnership, DPDHL has provided the AIESEC member base more than 1,000 internships across various DPDHL offices and divisions. DPDHL was selected among 20 companies and organizations that are global partners with AIESEC.
In the Americas Region, the DHL / AIESEC internship program has developed young talent into globally-minded, responsible leaders supporting a variety of job areas – from Human Resources, Marketing and Pricing to Customer Service and Business Development.
Maria Jimena Vargas, HR Learning & Development Specialist for DHL Express Americas, was introduced to DHL through the DHL / AIESEC internship program in November 2010. "This was not just another typical intern role," said Maria. "I was an integral part of the team and tasked with challenging work from the start. The international and dynamic business environment made my internship a truly invaluable personal and professional experience and helped me secure a desirable and challenging career option with DHL."
More than 50 percent of trainees who completed the DHL / AIESEC internship program have moved on to full time positions within the company. Of the interns retained in 2005, more than 50% progressed to a supervisory or management role within the company by 2010.
"Our interns have demonstrated commitment and enthusiasm and are enriching the culture of our organization," said Stephen Fenwick, CEO DHL Express Americas. "With this truly valuable DHL / AIESEC partnership, we aim to attract talented young people to our industry and company and walk the talk of becoming an employer of choice. AIESEC has been an effective channel for these young people to realize their aspirations and consolidate their future professional careers so that they are eager to learn and contribute with a vested interest in DHL's success," continued Fenwick.
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About AIESEC
Present in over 110 countries and territories and with over 60,000 members, AIESEC is the world's largest youth-run organization. Focused on providing a platform for youth leadership development, AIESEC offers young people the opportunity to participate in international internships, experience leadership and participate in a global learning environment. What makes AIESEC unique is the youth driven impactful experience that it offers to its members. AIESEC is run by young people for young people, enabling a strong experience to all its stakeholders.
DHL – The Logistics company for the world
DHL is the global market leader in the logistics industry and "The Logistics company for the world". DHL commits its expertise in international express, air and ocean freight, road and rail transportation, contract logistics and international mail services to its customers. A global network composed of more than 220 countries and territories and about 275,000 employees worldwide offers customers superior service quality and local knowledge to satisfy their supply chain requirements. DHL accepts its social responsibility by supporting climate protection, disaster management and education.
DHL is part of Deutsche Post DHL. The Group generated revenue of 53 billion euros in 2011.
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