About the opportunity
The Ruhr-Universität Bochum is offering a temporary, structured apprenticeship as an office management clerk (Kauffrau/-mann für Büromanagement) starting on September 1, 2027, available in full-time or part-time (75% or 50%). The training focuses on organizational, commercial, and administrative tasks across various departments, faculties, and institutes of the university. During the first year, trainees rotate through different administrative areas approximately every four months to gain diverse insights, while from the second year onwards they are assigned to a fixed department. The employment relationship is governed by the Vocational Training Act (BBiG).
Salary and benefits
- Attractive remuneration with a year-end bonus and completion bonus
- Training salary: 1st year €1,356.82, 2nd year €1,410.96, 3rd year €1,460.61 per month
- 30 days of vacation
- Comprehensive and structured training with potential for takeover
- Regular feedback sessions and support for professional development
- Extensive campus benefits including access to the university canteen (Mensa) and diverse sports offerings
Who can apply?
- At least a intermediate school-leaving certificate (Fachoberschulreife)
- Good grades in German, English, and mathematics
- Very good spoken and written German language skills (non-native speakers must provide proof of language proficiency between B2 and C1)
- High motivation and dedication
- Interest in commercial contexts and digital development
- Careful and structured way of working
Required documents
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae (tabular format)
- Certificates (e.g., school leaving certificates, employment certificates, or previous training certificates)
- Proof of German language proficiency between B2 and C1 for non-native speakers
When to apply
- Applications open until December 31, 2026
- Apprenticeship begins on September 1, 2027
How to apply
- Prepare all required application documents including cover letter, CV, and certificates.
- Submit your application quoting reference number ANR 6057 via the official online application portal.
Additional information
- The position reference number (ANR) is 6057.
- Employment is structured as an apprentice relationship under the Vocational Training Act (BBiG).
- Travel expenses, accommodation costs, lost earnings, or other interview-related expenses cannot be reimbursed.
- The Ruhr-Universität Bochum promotes diversity and equal opportunity, expressly welcoming applications from women and people with disabilities.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Applicants holding at least an intermediate school-leaving certificate (Fachoberschulreife) with good grades in German, English, and mathematics.
- Candidates possessing very good spoken and written German language skills, with non-native speakers able to prove proficiency between B2 and C1.
- Individuals seeking a structured, comprehensive vocational training program in office management starting September 1, 2027.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a 3-year temporary apprenticeship governed by the Vocational Training Act (BBiG) rather than a permanent staff job.
- The training is available in full-time or part-time formats (75% or 50%) based at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum campus in Germany, requiring local presence.
- Travel, accommodation, and interview-related expenses cannot be reimbursed by the university.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This apprenticeship offers individuals an educational pathway to gain professional, commercial, and administrative qualifications through structured departmental rotations and mentoring.
Our take
School leavers and career starters aiming for a formal German office management qualification should apply, while experienced administrative professionals will find the training level too basic.
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