Pirelli strengthens its own positioning in China as a reference company for recent graduates and young professionals. The group has obtained recognition “2026 Top Graduate Employer Brands”, assigned by 51job for the results achieved in university recruiting, skills development and employer branding.
The award, established in 2018, is assigned using an evaluation system that considers both the perspectives of companies and young candidates. The 2026 edition, titled "Without Boundaries," examined companies' ability to attract talent to campuses, the quality of graduate programs, collaboration with universities, growth opportunities, and the competitiveness of salaries and benefits.
A stable bridge between university and business
The recognition is based on the strategy developed by Pirelli to maintain an ongoing relationship with the academic world. The company organizes conferences throughout the year. selection campaigns aimed primarily at Engineering, Science, Economics and Design students, combining structured interviews with assessment centers and tests based on concrete company cases.
Opportunities are available for 2027 graduates in a variety of areas, from motorsports to research and development, manufacturing, quality, data analytics, supply chain, electrical engineering, lean manufacturing, and health, safety, and the environment.
Two years to enter the world of Pirelli
The inclusion of young people hired continues with “Warming Up @Pirelli”, a two-year onboarding program. The program guides participants through the company culture, the various operational functions, and the tools needed to tackle daily tasks. It also involves top management and provides opportunities to reflect on their professional future within the group.
La international and interfunctional dimension It represents one of the core elements of the initiative, along with practical exercises, simulations, and a digital library accessible at any time. This system is complemented by a global training model structured between professional academies, management schools, international activities, and local programs, also developed in collaboration with universities and business schools.
Welfare and inclusion at the heart of the strategy
The people development policy is part of a corporate culture based on principles of "Inclusion, Development, and Equal Opportunities." Pirelli aims to create an international and open work environment, where diverse skills and experiences can contribute to the group's growth.
On the well-being front, the company has introduced the "More" program globally, structured into three areas: "For You," "For Your Family," and "For Your Community." The initiative includes health-related initiatives, family support measures, and volunteer opportunities in local communities. The recognition received in China thus confirms a strategy that combines talent attraction, ongoing training, and a focus on people.
