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Are you interested in an internship or an apprenticeship, or do you just want to see who we are? No problem. We would like to show you what we do and what opportunities and possibilities await you.

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For School students

Our apprenticeships are versatile and practice-oriented. Here, you can work on customer projects with the support of your colleagues right from the start, and in this way gain your own valuable experience. We do not have any traditional “off the peg” products, which makes our activities and job descriptions very diverse. We offer a wide range of apprenticeship opportunities, from precision mechanics to technical product design to office management.

This is what you can look forward to:

Abwechslungsreiche Arbeit

Pure variety

  • Every machine is different
  • State-of-the-art technology & innovations
  • Wide range of training opportunities
  • Orientation opportunities through assignments in various departments of the training area
Spannende Kunden

Interesting customers

  • From A for AUDI to Z for ZF
  • Insights into the work of large companies
  • Solving problems that have never been solved before
  • Projects around the world
Flexibilität

Flexibility

  • Regarding working hours
  • In the realization of ideas
  • On solving technical challenges
  • Wide range of opportunities for internships or vacation work
Faires Arbeitsverhältnis

A fair employment relation

  • School report & interim exam allowance for good performance
  • Vacation & Christmas bonus
  • Coverage of the costs for an additional desired further training (e.g. welding course)
  • Guarantee of employment after the apprenticeship
Kleine Annehmlichkeiten

Small conveniences

  • Workwear incl. cleaning
  • Travel allowances for vocational school & training courses
  • Staff events
  • Free time after school (even if classes are cancelled)
Familiäre Atmosphäre

Family atmosphere

  • We know each other
  • Close & constant support in training & internship
  • Flat hierarchies, open doors
  • Possibility to actively participate in shaping the training, e.g. through project preferences

Application without cover letter

Apply now – it’s easy!

We are interested in you as a human being, and that is why we attach great importance to a personal conversation with you. At the same time, we want to make things as easy as possible for you, which is why you can apply to us without a cover letter. Simply send us your résumé in tabular form and all relevant documents, such as school reports and certificates, using the online application form, and answer a selection of questions openly and honestly. Then we can get a picture of who you are and contact you promptly.

Our tips for the application interview: Spend some time thinking about what you can tell us about yourself and what you expect from your time with us. We’re also happy for you to bring questions of all kinds into the conversation.

Of course, you can also send us your application documents and cover letters by e-mail or through the mail as you wish. All application methods are treated equally.

Apply now for the upcoming apprenticeship year. We look forward to meeting you!

Important: You can apply at any time. For maximum flexibility, applications for the start of training on August 1 are even possible until July 15. However, the number of apprenticeship positions is limited, so you should apply directly once you have decided on a profession.

You are unsure which profession is the right one for you? No problem, we can give you honest and non-binding guidance, just give us a call.

We are always happy to see new faces. Apply now for an apprenticeship or internship!

apprenticeship positions starting august 2024

Precision Machinist, specializing in mechanical engineering (m/f/o)

What tasks can you expect?

  • Manufacture of precision metal components for machinery and plants
  • Assembly into functioning machines for leak testing, assembly technology and automation
  • Installation of electronic measuring and control components
  • Assembly and configuration of manufactured machine parts and devices
  • Maintenance and repair in close collaboration with electrical technicians


What profile should you have?

  • Diligence
  • Manual skills
  • Spatial imagination
  • Mathematics
  • Intermediate high school education (10th grade/form)


Duration: 3.5 years

Metalworker, specializing in design technology (m/f/o)

What tasks can you expect?

  • Multi-faceted work in the area of metal construction works, as well as production of designs made of steel for mechanical engineering
  • Manufacture of staircases, railings and other products for all types of buildings, in particular according to customer requirements
  • Use of technical drawings for the manual or mechanical processing of light metals and steel
  • Marking, cutting and shaping of metal plates, tubes or sections, as well as welding, riveting and bolting of components
  • Installation of lock and security systems and installation of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical drives

What profile should you have?

  • Diligence
  • Manual skills
  • Mathematics
  • Intermediate high school education (10th grade/form)

Duration: 3.5 years

Technical Product Designer, specializing in machinery and plant design (m/f/o)

What tasks can you expect?

  • Preparation of drawings and technical documents for mechanical engineering using CAD software (“Solid Works”)
  • Production of drafts and detailed design or assembly plans, e.g. for machine tools
  • Observance of drawing standards and appropriate dimensioning
  • Reproduction of individual components or completely assembled machines from different perspectives
  • Creation of bills of materials for production and calculation of dimensions and specific values


What profile should you have?

  • Diligence
  • Spatial imagination
  • Mathematics, physics
  • Enjoy working with PCs
  • Intermediate high school education (10th grade/form)


Duration: 3.5 years

Cutting machine operator (m/f/o)

What tasks can you expect?

  • Operation of computer-controlled machine tools
  • Machining of metals using cutting processes such as turning, milling, drilling and grinding
  • Assessment and testing of work results, e.g. by means of compliance with dimensional tolerances
  • Configuration of machine tools
  • Planning of work processes

What profile should you have?

  • Diligence
  • Manual skills
  • Spatial imagination
  • Mathematics
  • Intermediate high school education (10th grade/form)


Duration: 3.5 years

Office Manager (m/f/o)

What tasks can you expect?

  • Taking on organizational and commercial administrative tasks related to sales order management
  • Preparing invoices as well as monitoring incoming payments and potential dunning procedures
  • Handling correspondence with customers and suppliers
  • Bookkeeping, wage and salary payroll
  • Triggering orders in materials management as well as inspecting incoming goods and monitoring inventory levels


What profile should you have?

  • Diligence, flexibility and logical thinking
  • Interest in business and working with numbers
  • Enjoy working with PCs
  • Can express yourself well both in writing and verbally
  • Knowledge of English desirable
  • Intermediate high school education (10th grade/form)

Duration: 3 years

Industrial Engineering Electrical Technician (m/f/o)

What tasks can you expect?

  • Installation of electrical components and systems in many different company areas
  • Maintenance, extension and modernization of components or systems
  • Programming, configuration and testing of systems and safety devices
  • Installation of cable routing systems, power and data lines, and electrical equipment for machinery
  • Organization for installation and transfer of systems to users, including instruction on operation and security technology

What profile should you have?

  • Diligence
  • Flexibility
  • Mathematics
  • Manual skills
  • Knowledge of computers
  • Intermediate high school education (10th grade/form)

Duration: 3.5 years

Automation Engineering Electrical Technician (m/f/o)

What tasks can you expect?

  • Installation of electrical components and systems in many different company areas
  • Maintenance, extension and modernization of components or systems
  • Configuration and programming of automation systems
  • Installation of control systems and electrical machine equipment
  • Creation of control programs and programming of machines

What profile should you have?

  • Diligence, flexibility
  • Enjoy doing Mathematics and information technology
  • Manual skills
  • Intermediate high school education (10th grade/form)

Duration: 3.5 years

Systems Integration IT Specialist (m/f/o)

What tasks can you expect?

  • Planning and configuration of IT systems as well as their setup and administration
  • Solving application and system problems, as well as data backup and systems development
  • Defining and correcting errors
  • Creation of system documentation, as well as administration of servers, clients and networks
  • User training and presentation of important information


What profile should you have?

  • Diligence, flexibility and precision
  • Mathematics, English
  • Logical understanding, analytical skills
  • Knowledge of IT and programming are an advantage
  • Very good intermediate high school/vocational/college preparatory education


Duration: 3 years

Interested in an internship?

Would you like to get an insight into a specific professional field? Whether it’s for a voluntary or required internship, either is generally possible starting with a minimum period of one week. Just contact us directly. We look forward to your call or e-mail.

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