YOUR APPRENTICESHIP WITH PROSPECTS

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We attach great importance to high-quality apprenticeship training. It is our goal to provide young people with the best possible and practical training. Our apprentices prove this time and again by achieving top results in apprentice competitions.

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OUR APPRENTICESHIPS

- How to make the right choice.

Mechatronics technician - automation technology

As a mechatronics technician - automation technology apprentice, you will receive comprehensive training in the areas of mechanics, electrics, electronics (digital and analog), steel construction and hydraulics/pneumatics. Basic knowledge of PLC programming is taught as well as knowledge of the relevant standards, quality management and safety technology. In the fourth year of your apprenticeship, you will have the opportunity to specialize in the area of your choice.

Duration: 3.5 years
Vocational school: LBS Amstetten, 1.-3. year 10 weeks in a block (boarding school), 4. year: 5 weeks in a block (boarding school)
N° of Apprentices: approx. 10 per year

IT-Technician – Systems Engineering

As an IT technician - systems engineering, you will set up, install, configure, test and maintain electronic data processing equipment. This primarily includes computer hardware as well as operating systems, networks, interfaces, etc. You will replace hard disks, upgrade computers with new processors and storage space and install software products. You will also visit all technical training departments and learn the basics of technology.

Duration: 4 years
Vocational school: LBS Pöchlarn, yearly 10 weeks in a block (boarding school)
N° apprentices: approx. 1 per year

Metal technician - Machining technology

As an apprentice, you will acquire basic knowledge of metal production technology, knowledge of turning, milling, grinding, CNC technology and CAD/CAM technology. You will also learn about work preparation and work planning by selecting work steps, work equipment and working methods. You will also gain knowledge of materials management and material processing options.

Duration: 3.5 years
Vocational school: LBS Neunkirchen, 1.-3. school year: 10 weeks in a block (boarding school), 4. school year: 5 weeks in a block
N° apprentices: approx. 2 per year

Design engineer - Mechanical Engineering

As an apprentice, you will design, plan and build machines and systems of all kinds. You will acquire knowledge in the areas of development, calculation, simulation, design, production preparation and production.

Duration: 4 years
Vocational school: BS Linz 3, yearly 10 weeks in a block (boarding school)
N° apprentices: approx. 1 per year

Electrical engineer - plant and operating technology

As an electrical engineering apprentice in plant and operating technology, you will plan, assemble, install, maintain and repair electrical and electrotechnical parts, components and systems in plant and operating technology, such as control and regulation systems, industrial machines and systems, cooling and air conditioning systems and energy supply systems.

Duration: 3.5 years
Vocational school: LBS Amstetten, 1.-3. school year 10 weeks in a block (boarding school), 4. school year 5 weeks in a block
N° apprentices: approx. 2 per year

Operational logistics specialist

During your apprenticeship as a company logistics specialist, you will acquire comprehensive knowledge of company logistics, ordering and dispatch, warehouse management and materials management as well as company accounting. You will also learn the principles of operational quality management and acquire basic knowledge of business, economic and ecological interrelationships in the company.

Duration: 3 years
Vocational school: LBS Theresienfeld, yearly 10 weeks in a block (boarding school)
N° apprentices: approx. 1 per year

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APPRENTICESHIP WITH A-LEVEL

– All paths are open for you.

TEST-FUCHS offers its apprentices active support for the apprenticeship with A-level directly in the company. The vocational school diploma, which consists of 4 subjects (German, English, mathematics & subject area), is considered a fully-fledged diploma with the same entitlements as college diploma. Among other things, this vocational school leaving certifcate entitles the holder to enter university.

Participation in the required courses is free of charge for all apprentices who are in a valid apprenticeship and complete the A-level no later than five years after the final apprenticeship examination.

This is how apprenticeship with A-level works at TEST-FUCHS.

There are a total of four partial examinations to take: German, mathematics, English, personal subject area.
Entry to the A-level courses is possible in all apprenticeships from the first year of training.
Three out of four partial examinations may be taken before the final apprenticeship examination; the fourth partial examination (subject area) is only possible after the 19th birthday and after the final apprenticeship examination.
Two course units per week take place after regular working hours at the company.

We support you in completing your apprenticeship with A-level.

The courses are offered in cooperation with the WIFI Lower Austria directly in our company after working hours.
We provide you with an office supplies starter package.
We provide the necessary equipment such as computers and internet.
There are bonuses for successfully passing exams.
You can find more information about the WIFI apprenticeship with A-level here.

Benefits

– Exclusive for our apprentices.

FINANCIAL RECOGNITION

For successes at vocational school or passing partial examinations during your apprenticeship with A-level. Your participation in apprenticeship competitions and passing final apprenticeship examinations are also rewarded.

TEST-FUCHS ACADEMY

We offer you first-hand theory and specialist knowledge in the fields of hydraulics, safety engineering, mechanical design, electrical engineering, English and much more.

PRACTICAL REFERENCE

At TEST-FUCHS, you work directly on the end products in the departments (and not in a training workshop). This means that you are involved in the company right from the start.

FREE COURSES

During your time at vocational school, we will also provide you with external training and you can attend free courses such as forklift and welding courses.

INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE

You will have the opportunity to take part in assignments abroad and gain experience in the field (e.g. in Germany, Poland or Italy).

APPRENTICE WORKPIECE

You make a personal workpiece (e.g. a grill, a screw clamp, a clock or a power supply unit) that you are allowed to keep.

TEAMBUILDING

Numerous joint activities such as bowling and apprentice excursions promote team spirit.

APPRENTICESHIP WITH A-LEVEL IN THE COMPANY

We enable you to do A-level at the company free of charge and you will also receive a starter package.

WORK CLOTHING

We will provide you with work clothing free of charge, including safety shoes.

GET A FEEL

– Your apprenticeship at TEST-FUCHS.

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JUST 5 STEPS TO BECOMING AN APPRENTICE

– How to apply.

1. SEND IN APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

Please send us your application documents, consisting of a letter of motivation (including details of your desired apprenticeship), CV with photo and your most recent certificate, via our job portal by the end of February.

2. PARTICIPATION IN THE WRITTEN ADMISSION TEST

After reviewing your application documents, we will invite you to take a written admission test. This test lasts approx. 2.5 hours and tests your logical understanding and general knowledge. You can also demonstrate your manual skills.

3. PRACTICAL DAYS IN THE COMPANY

Before or after the written admission test, we would like to give you the opportunity to get a taste of the company. This will give you some interesting insights into the world of work at TEST-FUCHS. You can find the registration form for our practical days above.

4. INTERVIEW

All shortlisted applicants are subsequently invited to an interview. This usually takes place in March.

5. OUR WRITTEN FEEDBACK

Based on the overall impression (application documents, admission test, assessment of the practical work experience days and interview), a decision will be made on admission to the apprenticeship program at TEST-FUCHS. We will keep you up to date.

Apprenticeship Start

Apprenticeships generally start at the beginning of September each year. When you start at TEST-FUCHS, you will get to know your fellow apprentices, important contact persons and the management. You will receive the most important initial training and will be given a set of work clothes and a welcome package to start with.

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SHORTENED APPRENTICESHIP PERIOD

It is possible to shorten the apprenticeship period if you have successfully completed secondary school (from grade 10) and have completed vocational training, such as a technical college. This will be checked and approved by the Lower Austria Apprenticeship Office in each individual case.

BONUSES

In order to offer our apprentices a financial incentive, good and excellent school results, completed final apprenticeship examinations, successful A-level examinations and competition successes are rewarded with bonuses.

Any Questions?

– Just reach out.

Apprenticeship

Sandra Bogg

0043 2847 9001-749

jobs@test-fuchs.com

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