School work experience at Gebr. Becker
Wuppertal & Apolda

Becker Next Generation – get a taste of what it’s like before you make up your mind.

Are you thinking about which career path might suit you, but aren’t quite sure which direction to take? That’s exactly what a school work experience placement is for. At Gebr. Becker, you’ll have the opportunity to get to know the various roles within a mechanical engineering company and try out what you’re really cut out for. No pressure, no prior knowledge required, and no expectation that you’ll make a decision straight away.

 

We’ll show you what it’s like to work in an international family-run business: in a hands-on way, right on the job and always on an equal footing. That way, you’ll find out whether engineering, IT, logistics, administration or something completely different is your thing. And best of all: you can ask us all your questions and simply try out what you enjoy. Gebr. Becker offers a wide variety of internship placements on an ongoing basis – get in touch with us and find the right area for you.

 

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Your internship opportunities at Gebr. Becker

We offer various types of work placement, depending on your needs and where you are in your career:

School work experience

As part of your school programme, you’ll gain an initial insight into day-to-day working life and learn about various career paths. We’ll provide you with personalised support and ensure that you really take something away from the experience – not just a stamp on your work experience certificate.

 

Locations: Wuppertal and Apolda
Duration: As per school requirements, flexible arrangements available
Ideal for: Anyone completing a compulsory school work experience placement

Voluntary work placement

Would you like to gain practical experience independently of school and see things for yourself? With a voluntary work placement, you have more flexibility regarding the duration and timing, and can gain an insight into the specific area that really interests you.

 

Locations: Wuppertal and Apolda
Duration: Tailored to individual needs
Ideal for: Anyone who wants to gain insights on their own initiative

 

One-day work experience

Not sure yet whether a longer work placement is right for you? A one-day work placement gives you a concise insight into a particular field or profession and allows you to experience a typical working day at Gebr. Becker in just one day.

 

Locations: Wuppertal and Apolda
Duration: 1 day
Ideal for: Anyone who wants to get their bearings before committing to a longer internship

Annual work placement

In selected areas, a one-year work placement is also available. You’ll work regularly within the company over an extended period, gaining a genuine, in-depth insight into processes, teams and tasks.

 

Locations: Wuppertal and Apolda
Duration: Up to one year, regular involvement
Availability: Depends on the department – just ask us
Ideal for: Anyone who wants to get a long-term taster of the company and prepare specifically for a decision on an apprenticeship

Your internship opportunities at Gebr. Becker

We offer various types of work placement, depending on your needs and where you are in your career:

 

School internship

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As part of your school programme, you’ll gain an initial insight into day-to-day working life and discover different career paths. We’ll provide you with personalised support and ensure that you really learn something, rather than just getting a stamp on your work experience certificate.

 

Locations: Wuppertal and Apolda
Duration: As specified by your school; flexible arrangements available
Ideal for: Anyone completing a compulsory work placement for school

 

Voluntary work placement

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Would you like to gain practical experience independently of school and see things for yourself? With a voluntary work placement, you have more flexibility regarding duration and timing, and can gain specific insights into the area that really interests you.

 

Locations: Wuppertal and Apolda
Duration: Individual
Ideal for: Anyone who wants to gain insights on their own initiative

 

One-day work experience

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Not sure yet whether a longer work placement is right for you? A one-day work placement gives you a concise insight into a particular area or profession and allows you to experience a typical working day at Gebr. Becker in just one day.

 

Locations: Wuppertal and Apolda
Duration: 1 day
Ideal for: Anyone who wants to get their bearings before deciding on a longer internship

 

Annual work placement

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In selected areas, a one-year work placement is also available. You’ll work regularly within the company over an extended period, gaining a genuine, in-depth insight into processes, teams and tasks.

 

Locations: Wuppertal and Apolda
Duration: Up to one year, regular involvement
Availability: Depends on the department – just ask us
Ideal for: Anyone who wants to get a long-term taste of the company and prepare specifically for a decision on an apprenticeship

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What to expect at Gebr. Becker

During your student work placement at Gebr. Becker, you’ll gain genuine insights into everyday working life, which will vary depending on whether you choose a business or technical specialism.

Business Student Work Placement: You’ll be involved in day-to-day office work and support the teams with their daily tasks, such as processing incoming orders in the ERP system.

 

Technical school-leaver work placement: You’ll be based in our training workshop and work on small practical projects, such as building a Bluetooth speaker or a ‘Mensch ärgere dich nicht’ board game. This will give you a hands-on understanding of technical fundamentals and practical craftsmanship.

  • Dedicated points of contact from day one
  • Insight into real projects and tasks
  • An open atmosphere: asking questions is actively encouraged
  • Opportunity to get to know different departments
  • First-hand insight into our apprenticeship programmes and dual study programmes

Apply for an internship now

Are you interested? Then apply directly via our online application system.
We’ll be in touch within 10 working days!

 

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Frequently asked questions about apprenticeships at Gebr. Becker

 

You should be keen and keen to learn something new. There is no minimum age or specific school-leaving qualification required for a school leaver’s work experience placement.


That depends on your interests. We offer insights into technical areas such as production, development and logistics, as well as business-related areas. Just let us know what interests you; we’ll work out together what’s a good fit.


Yes, when you make your enquiry, simply let us know which location is more convenient for you, and we’ll sort out the rest.


No remuneration is provided for compulsory work placements required by the school. For voluntary work placements, we are happy to discuss this on a case-by-case basis.


Simply fill in the form in the applicant tracking system — we’ll get back to you soon and sort out all the details together.


From work experience to an apprenticeship

Many of our apprentices first got a taste of what Gebr. Becker is like whilst still at school and decided to stay on. An internship is often the natural first step towards an apprenticeship or a dual study programme at Gebr. Becker.

 

Find out about your options now.