The Arriva group is owned by Deutsche Bahn. Arriva is a pan-European public transport operator with more than 47,500 employees delivering over 1.5 billion passenger journeys across 12 European countries.

It isn't simply our size and scale that makes us interesting. It's the challenges we face in the transport industry across our divisions; UK Bus, UK Rail and Mainland Europe.

Joining Arriva means taking on responsibility from day one. Expectations in the transport industry are high, and developments tend to be high profile. So, in no time at all, you’ll find yourself handling tough issues, conflicting priorities and tight schedules.

It’s not always easy, but when you join one of our divisions we’ll give you all the support you need. And if you prove yourself, you’ll get to become a leader in an organisation that’s always looking ahead.

Hear what our top executive management team have to say about the graduate programme.

David Martin: Chief Executive, Arriva

"Public transport is not just a vital public service – it is a business with an exciting future and an ever-growing profile in the public policy debates that are shaping our communities across Europe. Arriva’s graduate entrants are as important to the future of the business as new technology vehicles and alternative fuels. They have the opportunity to make their mark in one of the most strategic industries in the world."

Bob Holland: Managing Director, Arriva UK Trains

"The growing demand for train services, in a safety-critical environment, makes the UK rail industry a tough but potentially rewarding environment with an historic past and a dynamic future. Arriva’s graduate programme is a stepping stone for new talent to make a real difference to the future of the business, and I am a keen supporter."

Mike Cooper: Managing Director, Arriva UK Bus

"Over the last decade Arriva has been at the forefront of change in the UK bus industry, showing that new thinking can revitalise bus networks, improve the passenger experience, make travel “greener” and get people out of their cars. It’s a people business, a commercial hothouse and a demanding technical environment all at the same time. We’ll give you the training, support and opportunity. It’s up to you to take that and turn it into your future as a leader."

David Evans: Managing Director, Arriva Mainland Europe

"Arriva is uniquely positioned in the transport markets of mainland Europe. In country after country we’ve pioneered the opening of new markets, improved services and increased value for money for our passengers and transport authority clients. Our graduates play a key part in transferring new thinking and best practice around the business."