To work at Correos, it is essential to distinguish between job vacancies published on its careers website and public recruitment processes with their own rules, deadlines and requirements. Not all recruitment follows the same procedure.
This guide will help you find the right channels, understand the types of roles advertised and avoid misleading promises of immediate access to a permanent position.
Please note: Correos has an official careers website for operational and corporate roles, as well as opportunities for young talent. It also has a platform for managing recruitment announcements and mobility. Registering for a vacancy is not the same as passing a public recruitment process.
How to apply for a job at Correos
- Check whether you are looking for a job vacancy or a public recruitment announcement, then go to the relevant official platform.
- Search by job title, location or category if filters are available.
- Open a current vacancy and check the location, hours, requirements and application process.
- Submit your application by the deadline and follow the procedure set out in the vacancy or official rules.
- Keep the confirmation and check for follow-up communications through the channel you selected.
Before applying, read how to write a CV and tailor the opening lines to the actual duties of the role. Do not share passwords, bank details or sensitive documents outside official processes.
Official Correos careers website
The source to consult is the Correos careers website. Vacancies, forms, locations and requirements may change without notice.
Kurriku provides guidance only. It is not part of Correos, does not represent its recruitment department and cannot accept CVs on its behalf.
What jobs does Correos offer?
The company operates across different areas, so it is worth choosing one before applying. The following are types of roles related to its business, not a list of vacancies currently open:
- Delivery and distribution: postal services and delivery routes.
- Mail processing centres: sorting and logistics operations.
- Customer service: work in post offices and services.
- Corporate roles: IT, finance, sales, support and management.
- Young talent programmes: roles and introductory training when advertised.
Requirements for working at Correos
Each advert sets out its own conditions. Pay particular attention to:
- Check whether it is a specific vacancy or a recruitment process with official rules.
- Check the application deadlines and the required registration channel.
- Verify age, qualification and permit requirements only in the current document.
- If a role requires a driving licence, check the required category and that it is valid.
- For examinations or competitive selection processes, check the syllabus, merits and stages specified in the announcement.
Do not assume that requirements for all roles include those that apply only to a technical department, a particular recruitment campaign or an old vacancy. If there is any discrepancy, the employer’s documentation takes precedence.
Can you work at Correos without experience?
The Correos careers website has a section for young talent. Entry requirements depend on the programme. Public recruitment processes have their own conditions, examinations and deadlines; it is not accurate to claim that simply submitting a CV is enough to secure a permanent position.
For a first job, it can help to describe placements, training projects, volunteering, languages and transferable skills. Explain what you actually did and do not fill gaps in your CV with invented details.
Job vacancies and public recruitment announcements: the difference
Job opportunities may be published on the recruitment portal, while recruitment, stabilisation, talent pools and mobility are managed under specific rules. Public recruitment announcements set out the official rules.
Check whether examinations, certificates, merits or a limited application period are required. Do not reuse documents from an old recruitment announcement without checking that they are still valid.
Delivery, mail processing and customer service in post offices
Correos identifies three main operational roles: delivery, mail processing centres and customer service in post offices. Each involves specific duties and conditions.
Prepare a CV highlighting relevant experience in distribution, customer-facing work or logistics, but remember that if the process is a public recruitment announcement, its rules and criteria are decisive.
Young talent and corporate roles
The careers website also lists vacancies in technology, finance and sales, as well as early-career programmes. Their conditions should not be confused with those of an operational role.
For corporate roles, highlight relevant qualifications, tools and specific projects. For internships or entry-level programmes, check the dates and eligibility requirements.
Salary and working conditions at Correos
There is no single salary for working at Correos: it depends on the role, collective bargaining agreement, working hours, length of service, additional payments and the conditions published for each recruitment process. Figures from training providers or blogs do not replace official information; consult the current recruitment announcement and documentation.
When comparing two offers, also consider travel, working hours, contract type, number of hours, additional payments, health and safety, and training opportunities. The salary for another city or company is no substitute for the written offer you receive.
How to prepare a job application for Correos
To make your application clearer, these steps can help you avoid common mistakes:
- Visit the Correos Empleo careers portal and decide what type of opportunity you are looking for.
- For a public recruitment announcement, download and read the full rules.
- Check the application dates and required documents.
- Submit your application only through the official procedure specified.
- Keep proof of registration and check for subsequent notices and results.
If you can provide additional information, you could write a brief cover letter stating the role you are looking for, your availability and the strengths you can demonstrate. Avoid simply repeating your entire CV.
Frequently asked questions about working at Correos
Where do I apply for a job at Correos?
Use the official portal at empleo.correos.com or the specific system indicated in a public recruitment announcement.
Is a temporary job the same as a permanent position?
No. The application procedures, requirements and duration can be completely different.
Does Correos offer office-based roles?
Yes. The careers website includes customer service roles and corporate positions.
Does registering online guarantee that they’ll contact me?
No. It depends on the requirements and stages set out in the recruitment process.
Other companies where you can look for work
You can also broaden your search with Working at EMT Madrid, Working at Aena or browse the company directory. Check each vacancy before sharing your personal details.
Official sources and checking vacancies
This guide uses corporate pages or recruitment channels identified for the company. It does not present vacancies as permanent: check the sources before applying, as recruitment processes, deadlines and conditions can change.
