WELCOME TO YOUR
FIRST MORNING
IN GERMANY.
Every international career begins with one decision. This could be yours.
THE GERMAN WAY OF LEARNING
Learning doesn't end inside a classroom.
This combination of classroom learning and workplace experience creates graduates who are ready for employment from the moment they finish.
In Germany, education continues inside real companies. Students learn from experienced professionals while developing practical skills every day.
Stage 1
LEARN
Classroom foundations
Stage 2
PRACTISE
Inside real companies
Stage 3
GROW
Paid professional experience
Stage 4
GRADUATE
Government recognised qualification
Stage 5
BUILD YOUR CAREER
Ready for Germany and beyond
This is where potential becomes profession.
Every day inside a German workplace builds more than technical skills. It builds confidence, independence and experience that employers recognise across Germany.
"By the time you graduate, you're not looking for your first job—you've already been building your career."
Your career changes. Your life changes too.
Germany offers more than professional opportunities. Safe cities, efficient transport, international communities and a balanced lifestyle become part of everyday life.
"Some people move for a job. Others discover a completely new way of living."
Earn while you learn.
Build while you train.
Ausbildung combines structured vocational education with real workplace training. You learn the profession, develop practical skills inside a German company, and receive monthly compensation during your training.
Typical Ausbildung compensation
€900–€1,500 gross per month
The exact amount can vary by occupation, employer, training year and applicable collective or contractual arrangements. Figures shown are gross monthly amounts and are not guaranteed net take-home pay.
LEARN
Structured vocational education and professional knowledge.
TRAIN
Gain practical experience inside a real German workplace.
EARN
Receive monthly compensation throughout your Ausbildung.
You are not simply preparing for work. You are already gaining the experience, skills and professional foundation that can shape your career in Germany.
A pathway for people ready to build a profession.
Ausbildung is designed for people who want to combine structured vocational learning with real workplace experience. Instead of waiting until graduation to enter the professional world, you begin developing practical skills from the start.
READY TO LEARN
You are prepared to study a profession while developing practical knowledge.
READY TO DEVELOP
You are willing to build professional skills, language ability and independence over time.
READY TO WORK
You want real workplace experience inside a German company.
READY FOR GERMANY
You are serious about building a long-term professional pathway in Germany.
Your starting point may be different from someone else's. What matters is having the right combination of education, motivation, language ability and readiness for the demands of professional training.
What Ausbildung looks like in practice.
Ausbildung combines learning at vocational school with practical training inside a German company. Your week is built around both professional knowledge and real workplace experience, helping you develop the skills needed for your chosen profession.
VOCATIONAL SCHOOL
Learn the theoretical and professional foundations of your occupation through structured vocational education.
TRAINING COMPANY
Apply what you learn in a real German workplace, develop practical skills and gain experience under professional guidance.
FINAL QUALIFICATION
Complete your vocational training and work toward a recognised professional qualification in Germany.
Learn the theory. Practise the profession. Build recognised skills.
The exact training structure, duration, school schedule and practical responsibilities vary by occupation and training contract.
Find the profession that fits your future.
Ausbildung opens the door to hundreds of recognised vocational occupations across Germany. The right pathway depends on your interests, strengths, qualifications and long-term career goals.
HEALTHCARE & CARE
Nursing, healthcare and other essential care professions.
BUSINESS & ADMINISTRATION
Commercial, office, logistics and business-focused professions.
ENGINEERING & TECHNICAL
Skilled technical, engineering and industrial professions.
HOSPITALITY & SERVICES
Hotels, restaurants, tourism, retail and customer-focused professions.
IT & DIGITAL
Digital, technology, software and IT-related vocational pathways.
TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS
Mobility, transport, warehouse and logistics-related professions.
Your profession is more than a job title. It is the foundation of your career in Germany.
Available occupations, entry requirements and training conditions vary by profession, employer and training contract.
What you need to start your Ausbildung journey.
Starting an Ausbildung in Germany requires the right combination of education, language ability, motivation and preparation. The exact requirements depend on the occupation, employer and training programme.
EDUCATION
Your school or academic background should meet the requirements of the chosen Ausbildung occupation and training programme.
MOTIVATION
Employers look for candidates who are serious about learning a profession, developing practical skills and building a future in Germany.
GERMAN LANGUAGE
German language ability is an important part of preparing for vocational training and working in a German workplace. The level required can vary by occupation and employer.
DOCUMENTS & PREPARATION
Your application may require academic certificates, transcripts, identification documents, language evidence and other occupation-specific documents.
The right preparation turns an opportunity into a realistic pathway.
Requirements vary by occupation, employer, training contract and individual circumstances. Meeting the general requirements does not guarantee placement or a training contract.
From preparation to your Ausbildung opportunity.
Once you understand your pathway and prepare your documents, the next step is to identify suitable opportunities and present your profile to the right German employer.
01
PREPARE
Build your profile, organise your academic documents, assess your German language readiness and understand the requirements of your chosen occupation.
02
FIND THE RIGHT OPPORTUNITY
Explore suitable Ausbildung opportunities based on your education, skills, interests, language ability and career goals.
03
APPLY WITH CONFIDENCE
Prepare a professional application and submit the required documents according to the employer and training opportunity.
04
MOVE FORWARD
If selected, continue through the employer's process and prepare for the next stages of your Ausbildung journey and relocation to Germany.
The right opportunity is not simply the one that is available. It is the one that fits your profile and future.
Opportunity availability, employer requirements, selection processes and timelines vary. An application does not guarantee an interview, offer or Ausbildung contract.
Ready to take the next step?
Once you have identified a suitable Ausbildung opportunity and prepared your profile and documents, the next step is to submit your application according to the employer and training programme requirements.
01
PREPARE YOUR APPLICATION
Present your CV, academic documents, language evidence and other required information clearly and accurately.
02
APPLY TO THE RIGHT OPPORTUNITY
Submit your application for an Ausbildung position that matches your qualifications, interests and career goals.
03
MOVE THROUGH THE PROCESS
If an employer selects your profile, continue through the employer’s selection process and prepare for the next stages of your Ausbildung journey.
A strong application does more than present your qualifications. It shows why you are ready to build your future in Germany.
Application requirements, selection procedures and timelines vary by employer, occupation and training programme. An application does not guarantee an interview, offer or Ausbildung contract.