Graduate Program Sales incl. Certified Retail Specialist 2027

3 qualifications in 3 years: the Abitur graduate program combines the apprenticeship as retail clerk with the further training as IHK Certified Retail Specialist (Handelsfachwirt) and the AdA certificate under AEVO. The goal is to lead your own team as a store manager in future. Training starts on 1 August. Theory phases take place in block courses at an external training center.

• 3 qualifications in 3 years: with our graduate program you combine the apprenticeship as retail clerk with the further training as IHK Certified Retail Specialist and also earn the AdA certificate under AEVO. Your goal: to lead your own team as a store manager in future
• During the practical phases in the store you get to know our business from the ground up and learn how we ensure a great shopping experience with quality, freshness and cleanliness
• Whether stocking and presenting goods, ordering or cashiering: you pitch in and give your all
• We also prepare you for team leadership so that you can soon take over your first own shift
• To further build your skills you take part in various training courses and seminars and also earn the IHK trainer certificate
• The theory phases take place in block courses at an external training center (any travel and accommodation costs are covered by Lidl)

• Abitur or Fachhochschulreife (completed theoretical and practical part)
• Committed way of working and enthusiasm for the dynamic world of retail
• Enthusiasm, determination and a strong sense of responsibility
• Team spirit and enjoyment in achieving things together with others
• Reliability and time flexibility within your store's opening hours