School-leaver sales programme including an advanced retail qualification, 2027

Three-year Lidl programme combining a retail apprenticeship, an advanced IHK retail qualification and an AEVO trainer certificate. Practical training in a store and classroom blocks at an external training centre prepare you for a management role.

• Three qualifications in three years: Combine a retail apprenticeship with the advanced IHK retail qualification and an AEVO trainer certificate, with the aim 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
• Help with stocking shelves, displaying goods, ordering stock and working at the checkout
• Learn to manage staff so you can soon take charge of your first shift
• Attend training sessions and seminars to build your skills and gain the IHK trainer certificate
• Attend classroom training in blocks at an external training centre, with any travel and accommodation costs covered by Lidl

• Abitur or Fachhochschulreife school qualification, with both the theoretical and practical parts completed
• A committed approach to work and an interest in the fast-moving retail sector
• Enthusiasm, determination and a strong willingness to take responsibility
• Team spirit and enjoyment of achieving things with others
• Reliability and flexibility to work within your store's opening hours