Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) is increasingly focussing on modern, digitally oriented training in order to position itself as a total solution provider for hybrid print production. On 1 September 2024, 125 new apprentices and dual students will start their careers at the company.
Heidelberg offers a wide range of apprenticeships and dual study programmes at its four German locations, with a focus on digital and practice-orientated training lies. Of the 125 new trainees, 87 will start their training at the Wiesloch-Walldorf site alone. In addition, five trainees from co-operating companies will be integrated as part of the company's own „Training for third parties“ initiative.
Focus on digitalisation
The company aims to further consolidate its position as a technology-neutral total solutions provider by training young specialists and emphasises the Importance of digital skills for the future direction of the printing industry. For this reason, Heidelberg attaches particular importance to the use of modern learning management systems, digital learning processes and, increasingly, artificial intelligence in training.
According to Jürgen Otto, Chairman of the Management Board and Labour Director at Heidelberg, high-quality training is a central pillar of the company's competitiveness. „We want to recruit the best trainees with Motivation and willingness to perform“, explained Otto. At the same time, training at Heidelberg opens up a wide range of career opportunities in a digital and international environment.
Another goal of the company is to Increase the proportion of women in technical professions. Heidelberg has been offering internships in technical professions for years and has recently introduced a programme specially tailored to young women. This three-day technical internship programme enables girls to try out technical skills in an all-female group and thus get excited about a future apprenticeship in this field.
In this context, Jürgen Otto emphasised the importance of getting young women in particular interested in future topics and convincing them of the advantages of a technical apprenticeship at Heidelberg.
Broad spectrum of training occupations
Heidelberg offers a total of Fourteen different training occupations including electronics, mechatronics, industrial mechanics, IT and industrial clerks. There are also numerous dual study programmes in the fields of IT, business administration and technology. The company sees these diverse training opportunities as an important basis for actively shaping the digital transformation of the printing industry.
Another plus point of training at Heidelberg are the good Takeover opportunities and a good work-life balance, that the company offers its trainees. In addition to traditional vocational training, Heidelberg also attaches great importance to the personal development of its junior staff and their integration into the international business environment.
The application phase for the Apprenticeships and study places starting in September 2025. When selecting applicants, Heidelberg places particular emphasis on social skills and potential that are relevant to the increasingly digital orientation of the industry, in addition to academic performance. All information about the application process and the apprenticeships on offer can be found on the company's website.
Interested parties can gain a virtual insight into the world of training at Heidelberg in advance. On the Instagram channel „heidelbergerdruck_azubis“, current apprentices share their experiences and give an authentic insight into their everyday working life. With these comprehensive measures and future-oriented training, Heidelberg is clearly positioning itself as a company that recognises and actively shapes the challenges and opportunities of the digital transformation in the printing industry.
Source: Heidelberg
