Please take a look at the page on entry-level opportunities for pupils on our careers page. It contains all the information on our traineeships and dual study programs.

Depending on the traineeship or dual study program, training usually begins on September 1 or October 1 each year. The exact start date for your desired traineeship or dual study program is shown in the job ad.

For commercial professions, the traineeship lasts 3 years. Dual bachelor programs take 6 semesters. Previous education (such as a completed traineeship) or good performance during training can sometimes reduce the time required.

Trainees generally work a 40-hour week.

That depends on the traineeship and the regional office. Feel free to ask this question during your interview.

Please apply one year before the desired start of training via our online application system. The selection processes for trainees and dual study programs start about ten months before the start of training/studies. If the position is advertised on our job portal, we look forward to receiving your application. 

No. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications after the deadline. However, you are welcome to apply for the following training year.

We will get in touch with you as soon as possible after thoroughly reviewing your application. An initial interview gives us the opportunity to get to know each other. If you are shortlisted, we will then invite you to a second interview. If this interview is also successful, we will offer you a traineeship contract and look forward to welcoming you aboard as a new colleague.

• A tabular curriculum vitae with your contact details with telephone number and e-mail address
• Relevant certificates, e.g. your last school certificate
• Degree certificates and job references, where applicable 
• Certificates from internships, where applicable

Yes, in collaboration with selected cooperative state universities.