# Leading the Future of Sustainable Palm Oil: Career Opportunities at Asian Agri
Since its inception in 1979, Asian Agri has solidified its reputation as a premier national private enterprise in Indonesia, dedicated to the production of high-quality, sustainably sourced crude palm oil. Spanning 100,000 hectares of meticulously managed plantations across North Sumatra, Riau, and Jambi, the company stands as a titan in the Asian palm oil sector. With a dedicated workforce of over 22,000 employees, Asian Agri manages the full vertical integration of its business—from sophisticated nursery development and cultivation to the eco-friendly processing of fresh fruit bunches (FFB) in state-of-the-art facilities.
Beyond its industrial prowess, Asian Agri is recognized as a pioneer in smallholder partnership programs. By fostering long-term relationships with independent farmers, the company actively improves rural livelihoods while ensuring the entire national palm oil supply chain adheres to sustainable, responsible standards.
## Launch Your Career: The Plantation Center of Excellence (PCOE)
Asian Agri is currently seeking driven, high-potential fresh graduates to join their ranks through the Plantation Center of Excellence (PCOE), also known as the Graduate Trainee Program. This initiative is designed to groom the next generation of leaders in the palm oil industry through rigorous on-the-job training and specialized mentorship.
The program offers three distinct tracks for aspiring professionals:
1. Estate Assistant Trainee (EAT)
* Requirements: A Bachelor’s degree (S1) in Agriculture.
* Focus: Managing plantation operations and optimizing field yields.
* Mobility: Candidates must be fully prepared to reside and work at our operational sites.
2. Account & Admin Assistant Trainee (AAT)
* Requirements: A Bachelor’s degree (S1) in Accounting or Management.
* Focus: Overseeing financial administration, reporting, and operational efficiency.
* Mobility: Candidates must be fully prepared to reside and work at our operational sites.
3. Mill Assistant Trainee (MAT / TAT)
* Requirements: A Bachelor’s degree (S1) in Mechanical or Civil Engineering.
* Focus: Maintaining milling infrastructure and technical equipment standards.
* Mobility: Candidates must be fully prepared to reside and work at our operational sites.
## How to Apply
To explore the full program details and submit your application, please visit the official portal: [Asian Agri PCOE](https://www.asianagri.com/id/plantation-center-of-excellence/plantation-center-of-excellence/)
Important Security Guidelines
To maintain data privacy and prevent potential fraud, please adhere to these strict application protocols:
* Digital Only: Applications are accepted exclusively through the official link above. We do not accept physical CVs or soft-copy documents sent via email.
* Direct Communication: All updates regarding recruitment schedules and locations will be sent directly to the mobile number or WhatsApp account registered in your application.
* No Fees: Asian Agri strictly prohibits the collection of any fees during the recruitment and selection process.
* Password Security: When creating your Workday account, ensure your password meets the following criteria:
* Minimum of 8 characters.
* Includes at least one uppercase letter.
* Includes at least one lowercase letter.
* Includes at least one digit.
* Includes one special character (e.g., !, @, #, $, %, ^, &).
## Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Fraud
Asian Agri maintains a zero-tolerance policy regarding recruitment fraud. Please remain vigilant: the company does not engage third-party agencies for hiring, and we will never request payment from candidates for any reason. If you are ever contacted by an individual claiming to represent Asian Agri and requesting money or document submissions outside of our official portal, please exercise extreme caution and verify the communication through our official channels.