METRO Shapers Internship Program

METRO is a global leader in wholesale food and non-food distribution, serving the needs of hotels, restaurants, catering businesses (HoReCa), and independent traders.

In 2025, we were awarded the Top Employer Romania and Europe certification for the fifth consecutive year. This certification places us among the top employers locally and in Europe. Globally, we are present in 35 countries, with 150,000 employees. We are passionate about supporting the growth of over 24 million customers, which means 24 million different challenges, ambitions and dreams.

METRO Romania was the pioneer in introducing the cash & carry sales system in Romania, in October 1996. Today, METRO Romania means:

• More than 4,000 employees
• 30 distribution centers across the country
• An annual turnover of 10.5 billion lei, marking a 9% growth from the previous year.
• A total sales area of 190,000 square meters
• GASTRONOMETRO – Our Culinary Training Center at METRO Militari, a symbol of culinary excellence, where our specialists provide cooking courses and gastronomic consulting services to over 7,500 clients.
• LaDoiPași – The franchise network developed by METRO, now the largest network of independent stores in Romania, with over 2,400 locations.
• The global employer branding campaign "Shape the M" in Romania - a recognition of the contribution each METRO employee makes to the success of the company.

We are professionals working for professionals. We do business with passion. It's about speed, results, courage and team spirit. If you think alike, or if you are just curious to learn, apply on this website or log on to https://cariere.metro.ro/

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of METRO's culture, philosophy and recruitment practices. We are committed to fostering an environment that respects the diverse perspectives, experiences and backgrounds of our employees and to promoting an inclusive, fair and accessible workplace. This includes employees of all races and ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities and sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, military background and socio-economic status or any other legally protected factor. We ensure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. At METRO, recruitment and hiring processes have been designed to ensure diversity by giving equal opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

Unbox Your Next!

At METRO, you learn and grow in a truly authentic business environment, working for a market-leading wholesale corporation. Here, you’ll find:

• A wide range of career areas to explore—Sales, Procurement, Finance, Supply Chain, CRM, Digital, IT, Business Intelligence, Marketing, Communication, HR, Learning, and more.
• 3, 6, or 12 months of intensive hands-on experience and on-the-job training.
• Dozens of projects and real business challenges.
• A strong intern community.
• Experienced professionals ready to answer your questions.
• A unique company culture.
• Insights into the METRO sCore strategy.
• A team that supports your growth.

The METRO Shapers Internship Program has been running continuously since 2021. So far, 81 students have taken part in this journey, and 26 of them have secured permanent roles within METRO.

🚀 Ready to start your journey? Apply now!

Become a METRO Shaper if:

• You are a final-year student or a recent graduate (1-2 years).
• You want to bring your energy and knowledge to real projects.
• You’re ready to take responsibility for assigned tasks.
• You’re curious and willing to invest time in understanding the company and business processes.