2027 Retail Programme for School Leavers Including an Advanced Trade Qualification

Three-year programme for school leavers at Lidl in Marl, combining a retail apprenticeship, the IHK advanced trade qualification and a trainer qualification under AEVO. Practical training in the store and blocks of classroom learning prepare you to lead your own team.

• Earn three qualifications in three years: combine a retail apprenticeship with the IHK advanced trade qualification and an AEVO trainer certificate, with the goal of leading your own team as a store manager
• During practical training in the store, learn the business from the ground up and how quality, freshness and cleanliness create a good shopping experience
• Take an active role in stocking and displaying goods, planning stock orders and working at the checkout
• Train in staff management so you can soon take charge of your first shift
• Attend training courses and seminars to develop your skills and earn the IHK trainer certificate
• Attend blocks of classroom training at an external education centre, with Lidl covering any travel and accommodation costs

• Abitur or a university of applied sciences entrance qualification, with both the theoretical and practical components completed
• A committed approach to work and an interest in the fast-moving world of retail
• Enthusiasm, determination and a strong willingness to take responsibility
• Team spirit and enjoyment of achieving things with others
• Reliability and flexibility to work during your store's opening hours