The currently advertised vocational training positions can be found here or on the subpages for the respective vocational training programme or integrated degree programme (duales Studium). You can submit your application via the University of Cologne’s job portal. You can also find the link that leads directly to the application form on the pages for the vocational training programmes or integrated degree programme. Alternatively, you can find the posting directly in our job portal using the search function: https://jobportal.uni-koeln.de/

You can also apply for several vocational training programmes. You can find the link to apply via our job portal here or on the page of the respective vocational training programme or integrated degree programme. 

You will spend your vocational training or integrated degree programme in the department that is training you. In some cases, there are also additional assignments in other locations at the University of Cologne. In addition, trainees attend vocational school (Berufsschule), and dual students attend the corresponding university for the theoretical part of their programme. The exact plan of your vocational training or integrated degree programme (duales Studium) will be discussed with your trainer.

You will earn an attractive salary according to the Collective Bargaining Agreement of the Federal States (TVA-L-BBiG):
1st year of training € 1,236.82
2nd year of training € 1,290.96
3rd year of training € 1,340.61
4th year of training € 1,409.51

(as of February 2025)

For the Integrated Degree Programme Administrative Inspector Trainee, the salary is different. You can find more information here: 
https://uni-koeln.de/en/universitaet/karriere/ausbildung-duales-studium-1/duales-studium/duales-studium-verwaltungsinspektoranwaerterinnen-bachelor-of-laws-llb

 

The University of Cologne not only educates students but also trains professionals for the various administrative, technical, and organizational areas that are necessary for the operation of the university. This includes not only the academic institutes and chairs but also administration, libraries, IT, marketing, workshops, and other central facilities.

In these areas, a variety of vocational training programmes are offered, for example, business clerks, IT specialists, media designers, or skilled trades. These training programmes are essential to ensure that the diverse tasks and processes at our university run efficiently and smoothly. 

 

• Highly qualified and dedicated trainers: you will be supervised by experienced and motivated professionals who will not only impart specialized knowledge, but also practical skills.
   
• An inspiring environment: the University of Cologne is a renowned institution operating in a dynamic, research-oriented environment. Here, you will be trained in a setting that is always at the forefront of developments and offers future-oriented opportunities.
   
• Regular events for our trainees: You will regularly have the opportunity to participate in special events that not only provide you with specialist knowledge, but also promote exchange with other trainees and help you build networks.
   
• Internal continuing education programme: The university offers an extensive continuing education programme that helps you to expand your professional skills and prepare for future challenges.
   
• Occupational health management: The university places great importance on the well-being of its trainees and offers a variety of health promotion initiatives to support your physical and mental health.
   
• Attractive training salary: Trainees at the University of Cologne are paid according to the Collective Bargaining Agreement of the Federal States (TVA-L-BBiG). The salary is very attractive in comparison to others and increases continuously over the course of vocational training.
   

The vocational training programmes at the University of Cologne take place at various locations within the university, depending on the area in which the training is being completed. These include: Central administrative departments such as human resources, marketing, or finance. Workshops and laboratories, e.g. in Biology and Physics. Other university facilities, such as the library, the university sports centre, and our central IT department, the ITCC. 

Information on internship opportunities at the University of Cologne can be found here.