Does MAHLE offer internships to secondary-school students?

One or two week experiences for secondary-school students are offered by several locations as part of "work experience" programs held at college & high schools, intermediate secondary schools and general secondary schools. These experiences can be in a commercial area, the training workshop or a technical section. . Please apply by sending a cover letter along with your CV/resume

When can I apply for an apprenticeship?

Ideally, you should apply a least one year before the program begins. In the UK, tall opportunities are advertised on the careers pages and with local schools & colleges.

When does the apprenticeship begin?

This is role and site dependant. Please refer to the job application process.

For which occupations does MAHLE provide training?

MAHLE provides training for both technical and commercial occupations. You will find specific job descriptions in our latest job-opportunity announcements.

How long does an apprenticeship last at MAHLE?

In the UK, an apprenticeship generally lasts between two years and four years. The length of the programme depends on a number of factors, including type of occupation, your education levels and your individual performance.

Can I shorten the apprenticeship?

Potentially. You can reduced training period in many occupations if you have performed well, combined with your average grades at the vocational school and the company’s approval.

What does a good application for an apprenticeship position include?

Your application should contain the following documents:

  • A cover letter in which you tell us something about yourself and discuss why you would like to begin an apprenticeship
  • A CV/resume in which you describe what interests you have outside school and any experiences thus far
  • Certificates from internships and training courses (i.e., language and computer courses)

How is the selection process for apprenticeships conducted?

Our selection process begins with a careful review of your application documents. If we like what we see, we will conduct screening tests and invite you to a job interview.

How important are my grades?

We put great emphasis on your personality and attitude toward learning. Nonetheless, your grades also are a criterion we use in pre-selecting suitable candidates.

I haven't received my resultsyet. Can I provide it later?

Yes. You can provide your results at any time via our recruiting portal eMploy. Please do not send it via email.

What questions can I expect to answer during the job interview?

Typical questions can include:

  • Why would you like to learn this occupation?
  • Why would you like to have an apprenticeship at MAHLE?
  • What interests you in particular about MAHLE?
  • What were your favorite subjects in school?
  • How can you best apply your special skills in your desired occupation?
  • What are your career plans?

Will MAHLE offer me other benefits besides the apprentice's pay?

Yes. In addition to your pay and business benefits, you will receive individual advanced training opportunities at MAHLE.

What type of support will I receive during the apprenticeship?

The support will be provided by the trainer in the functional area where you are working. In addition to that a full time training supervisor will support you along the apprenticeship.

How will the courses at the college be organized?

The training courses will combine instruction held for a particular period of time and instruction on certain days of the week.

What are my chances of receiving a full-time job at MAHLE after the apprenticeship?

Because our apprenticeship program is based on the company’s needs, your chances of receiving a full-time job following your apprenticeship are very good.

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