Ausbildung · Apprenticeship

Earn. Learn. Live in Germany.

Germany's dual-education system is the world's most respected apprenticeship model. Get placed with a paying German employer while training for a career.

Why Ausbildung

A paycheck
and a passport.

Ausbildung is Germany's answer to a globally under-skilled economy. In three years you earn a nationally recognised vocational qualification, a salary, and a route to permanent residency.

  • €1,000–1,400
    Monthly training stipend
  • 3 years
    Full curriculum, part-classroom, part-workplace
  • 18-month PR
    Post-completion path to permanent residency
  • No tuition
    Employer-funded. Zero course fees.
Nursing
Hospitality
Butcher
Mechatronics
Ausbildung Programs

Explore Popular Ausbildung Programs

Germany offers thousands of vocational training opportunities (Ausbildung) across different industries. These programs combine classroom education with paid practical training, allowing students to earn while they learn and build a long-term career in Germany.

Nursing Ausbildung
Nursing is one of the most in-demand Ausbildung programs in Germany. Students receive professional training in hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation centres, and healthcare facilities while earning a monthly stipend.
Key Highlights
  • Duration: 3 Years
  • Monthly Stipend: €1,300 – €1,500
  • German Language: B2 Level
  • Career Opportunities across Germany
  • High demand with strong job security
  • Excellent pathway toward permanent residency
Typical Duties
  • Patient care and assistance
  • Monitoring health conditions
  • Supporting doctors and medical staff
  • Maintaining patient records
  • Assisting in emergency care
Hospitality Ausbildung
Hospitality Ausbildung prepares students for careers in hotels, restaurants, resorts, cafés, and tourism businesses. Students gain hands-on experience while studying customer service and hotel operations.
Key Highlights
  • Duration: 3 Years
  • Monthly Stipend: €1,000 – €1,300
  • German Language: B1/B2
  • Strong career opportunities in hotels and tourism
  • International work environment
  • Opportunities for career growth into hotel management
Typical Roles
  • Hotel Reception
  • Restaurant Service
  • Front Office
  • Guest Relations
  • Food & Beverage Operations
Butcher (Fleischer) Ausbildung
The Butcher Ausbildung (Fleischer) trains students in meat preparation, food safety, production techniques, and quality control. Graduates can work in supermarkets, food production companies, butcher shops, and processing industries.
Key Highlights
  • Duration: 3 Years
  • Monthly Stipend: €950 – €1,250
  • German Language: B1
  • High demand in food production
  • Practical training with modern equipment
  • Stable long-term employment opportunities
Skills Learned
  • Meat Processing
  • Food Hygiene
  • Product Preparation
  • Quality Assurance
  • Customer Service
Mechatronics Ausbildung
Mechatronics combines mechanical engineering, electronics, automation, robotics, and computer technology. Students work with advanced industrial machinery and automation systems.
Key Highlights
  • Duration: 3.5 Years
  • Monthly Stipend: €1,100 – €1,400
  • German Language: B1/B2
  • Excellent salary potential after graduation
  • High demand in automotive and manufacturing industries
  • Opportunities in Industry 4.0 and robotics
Skills Learned
  • Mechanical Systems
  • Electronics
  • Automation
  • Robotics
  • Industrial Maintenance
  • PLC Programming Basics

Career Benefits

Monthly paid training during studies

Recognized German qualification

Excellent employment opportunities

High demand across Germany

Opportunity to obtain long-term residence

Possibility of Permanent Residency

Career progression and further education options

Earn While You Learn
Receive a monthly stipend throughout your vocational training.
Industry Experience
Gain practical work experience with German employers.
Recognized Qualification
Graduate with a qualification recognized across Germany.
Long-Term Career
Excellent opportunities for employment, career growth, and settlement.

Important Note

Eligibility, language requirements, stipend amounts, and career opportunities may vary depending on the employer, federal state, and Ausbildung profession. Students should always verify the latest requirements before applying.