Young Talent Trainee – Minerals & Oil Gas Chemicals

Location: Ho Chi Minh, vn Department: Laboratory & Testing Employment Type: {'id': 'permanent', 'label': 'Full-time'}

Company Description

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company — the global benchmark for quality and integrity.

With over 145 years of global expertise and a presence in Vietnam since 1989, SGS Vietnam supports businesses in meeting international standards and achieving sustainable growth.

Today, we operate a nationwide network of 10+ offices and laboratories, supported by over 2,300 professionals delivering trusted solutions across diverse industries.

Our services and laboratories are aligned with internationally recognized standards and accreditations, ensuring compliance with both local and global requirements.

Job Description

About SGS Young Talent Program

SGS Young Talent Program is a structured three-year development journey designed to build a sustainable pipeline of future frontline leaders. Through the Learn – Perform – Lead framework, participants will strengthen technical expertise, develop business acumen, and gradually build leadership capabilities to become future Supervisors and Team Leaders within SGS.

Position: Young Talent Trainee – Minerals & Oil Gas Chemical

Business Unit: Minerals & Oil Gas Chemical (MIN & OGC)

Location: Ho Chi Minh City

Employment Type: Full-time

As a Young Talent, you will embark on a structured three-year development journey built around the Learn – Perform – Lead framework. During the Learn Phase, you will develop a solid understanding of SGS's business, operations, culture, and technical foundations. In the Perform Phase, you will take on increasing responsibilities, contribute to business projects, and demonstrate your impact. In the Lead Phase, you will strengthen your leadership capabilities, take ownership of team outcomes, and prepare for future supervisory or managerial roles.

The recruitment process will begin in November 2026, including CV screening, interviews, and a presentation assessment. Successful candidates will receive an offer and join the program in December 2026, where they will start their professional journey with SGS through structured learning, mentorship, and on-the-job development.

Your responsibilities may include

Complete assigned learning and development activities while building knowledge of SGS operations, services, systems, and processes.

Support assigned functions in daily operational activities and contribute to project implementation and process improvement initiatives.

Analyse data and prepare reports, presentations, and other required documentation.

Participate in cross-functional exposure and job rotations as determined by the programme.

Collaborate with different teams to develop an understanding of business operations and customer requirements.

Contribute ideas and recommendations to improve productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Participate in individual and group projects, including research, data collection, analysis, and presentation of project outcomes.

Support innovation and digitalisation initiatives across assigned projects and functions.

Meet established performance objectives and development milestones while complying with SGS policies, Quality, Health & Safety, and Compliance requirements.

Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, collaboration, and teamwork throughout the programme.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Chemistry, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Materials Science, Business Administration, Economics, International Business, Commerce, or other related disciplines. With GPA of 8.2/10 or 3.2/4.0 or above preferred.

IELTS 7 or TOEIC 850 for Sales; IELTS 6,5 or TOEIC 780 for technical positions.

Final-year students, fresh graduates, or candidates with less than 1-2 year of working experience.

Additional Chinese or Korean language skills are advantageous.

Demonstrated leadership potential through social or university activities.

Experience participating in innovation projects with positive outcomes is an advantage.

Strong communication, interpersonal, data analysis, problem-solving, and project management capabilities.

Applicants must have full working rights in Vietnam. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Additional Information

What You Will Gain

Structured 3-year career development pathway.

Technical training from industry experts.

Exposure to SGS operations, quality systems, and business processes.

Opportunities to lead projects and demonstrate business impact.

Leadership development focused on self-management, communication, coaching, and team leadership.

Clear career progression toward future supervisory and leadership roles.

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company — the global benchmark for quality and integrity.

With over 140 years of global expertise and a presence in Vietnam since 1989, SGS Vietnam supports businesses in meeting international standards and achieving sustainable growth.

Today, we operate a nationwide network of 10+ offices and laboratories, supported by over 1,600 professionals delivering trusted solutions across diverse industries.

Our services and laboratories are aligned with internationally recognized standards and accreditations, ensuring compliance with both local and global requirements.

WHY JOIN SGS?

At SGS, you don’t just join a company — you join a global community of experts shaping a safer, smarter and more sustainable world.

Here’s what you can expect when you grow your career with us:

🌏 A truly global environment – collaborate with international teams and be part of SGS’s worldwide network;

⚖️ Work-life balance – enjoy 18 days of annual leave plus 1 day of sick leave per month (up to 12 days per year);

💰 Competitive rewards – including a 13th-month salary and year