Application Development IT Specialist (Apprenticeship)

Quick Facts

• Role: Application Development IT Specialist (Apprenticeship)

• Duration: 3 years (option to shorten to 2.5 years)

• Focus: Building and integrating software applications for real projects

Description

During the apprenticeship, you work in real project environments and learn how future software is built and integrated. You apply your programming knowledge with a focus on Java and experience all phases of software development—from analysis and design to implementation, modification, testing, and introduction of programs.

Responsibilities

• Work on project teams across different practice phases

• Apply Java programming skills in practical tasks

• Learn the full software development lifecycle (analysis, design, development/modification, testing, rollout)

• Prepare for the final exam using seminars and training

Requirements

• At least (Fach-)Abitur

• Logical thinking and willingness to learn

• Interest in digitization topics and ease working with modern digital tools

• Enjoy teamwork and contributing with colleagues

Benefits

• Up to 60% mobile work (depending on training phase and location)

• Flexible working time models

• 30 vacation days

• iPad for preparation and follow-up of study content

• Monthly apprenticeship compensation from September 2026: 1,455 € (1st year), 1,532 € (2nd year), 1,620 € (3rd year)

• Health management, sports and prevention offers

• Company restaurants and barista coffee bars

• Company-financed benefits (e.g., occupational pension and health insurance)

• Modern equipment and sustainability-focused offers (e.g., Deutschland-Ticket, bike leasing, EV charging infrastructure)