Apprenticeship Training

• Start of apprenticeship:
  Generally on 1 September of each year.
• Application deadline:
  Applications are possible at any time, depending on available and advertised apprenticeship places.
• Admission tests:
  ~From the beginning of February onwards. Applicants will be informed of the respective date in advance. Requirements include basic mathematical knowledge, basic knowledge of German and English, logical and analytical thinking skills, spatial awareness, etc. .
• Taster programme:
  After passing the entrance test, two taster days are arranged. In the course of this, there is also an interview with the heads of department.
• Acceptance:
  Congratulations!
  You have beaten the other applicants and will be contacted by us and invited to sign an apprenticeship contract at a small information event.

At AMADA, we offer our apprentices more than just specialised knowledge:

- In addition to compulsory lessons at the regional vocational school, they receive practice-oriented specialist courses to strengthen their methodological and individual skills, including a training programme in the final year of their apprenticeship that is specially geared towards the final apprenticeship examination.
- Our apprentices are optimally prepared for their professional future through training in various areas of the company based on an individual rotation plan.
- Experienced trainers are on hand to support the apprentices throughout their training period.

• Certificate bonuses for excellent grades at vocational school (€ 300 gross possible per apprenticeship year)

• Apprenticeship completion bonuses for passing the final apprenticeship examination with excellent results (€ 1,000 gross) and with good results (€ 500 gross)

• Special AMADA apprentice bonus from the 3rd year of apprenticeship

• Company canteen (very reasonably priced and freshly prepared daily)

• Apprenticeship with Matura possible
  Further training opportunities during and after the apprenticeship

  APPRENTICESHIP PAY (as of November 2023, collective agreement for the metalworking industry)

  1st year of apprenticeship: € 1,000 gross/month
  2nd year of apprenticeship: € 1,182 gross/month
  3rd year of apprenticeship: € 1,616 gross/month (incl. AMADA apprentice allowance)
  4th year of apprenticeship: € 2.098,- gross/month (incl. AMADA apprentice allowance)

  Only with AMADA:
  6 months after passing the final apprenticeship examination
  € 3.050,- gross/month and up to € 1.900,- in bonuses possible!

The apprenticeship is a modern vocational training programme and combines practice-oriented training with the teaching of specialist theoretical knowledge and key skills. It is open to all young people who have completed nine years of compulsory schooling.

Apprenticeship training is practice-orientated and takes place in the company. In addition, theoretical lessons take place in blocks over several weeks at the vocational school ("dual training").

An apprenticeship at AMADA lasts three, three and a half or four years, depending on the chosen apprenticeship, and concludes with the final apprenticeship examination.

Training at the company provides the skills and knowledge required to work as a skilled worker. Apprenticeship training trains excellent skilled workers who are indispensable as pillars of every company.

The Vocational Training Act (BAG) contains the relevant legal regulations.

The great advantage of the dual system is the constant further development of training regulations and the development of new apprenticeships. This makes it possible to react to the requirements of the economic and labour market and to offer training courses in line with demand.

Modular apprenticeships: Since 2006, it has been possible to train in modular apprenticeships.

In a modular apprenticeship, several main modules are set up on the basis of a common basic module. After the basic and main modules, more in-depth training can be completed in a non-mandatory specialisation module. Modular apprenticeships offer a more flexible organisation of training and improved combination options, easier recognition of previously acquired qualifications and, thanks to the special modules, a better response to industry requirements.

How to apply online to AMADA

Online application form:
Please complete the online application form with your personal details. Please be sure to complete the fields marked with (*). Please read the "Privacy Policy", "Data Protection Notice" and "User Agreement" carefully and confirm your consent by ticking the relevant box.

Uploading documents:
Please select the position you are interested in and complete the application form with your personal details. You can then upload your application documents (especially CV, certificates, etc.).

What is important to us in your application:
Your application documents should include a meaningful CV and your last two references.
We would also be pleased to receive:

An informative letter of application
Proof of internships, any additional qualifications, etc.

Submitting the online application form:
Once you have completed the data entry, please then press the "Send" button.

Confirmation of your application:
As soon as you have sent your online application, you will receive a confirmation of receipt within a few minutes.

Application process:
Once we have received your application, your documents will be checked. If you are suitable, you will then be contacted by us. The decision to hire you will be made by the relevant specialist department in collaboration with the HR department.