Abitur Program Sales incl. Retail Business Specialist 2027

Abitur program combining the apprenticeship "Retail Clerk" with the further training "Certified Retail Business Specialist (IHK)" and the trainer qualification (AdA certificate) under AEVO: 3 qualifications in 3 years. The goal is to lead your own team as a store manager in the future. Practical phases take place in the store, and theory phases are block courses at an external training center.

• 3 qualifications in 3 years: With our Abitur program you combine the apprenticeship "Retail Clerk" with the further training "Certified Retail Business Specialist (IHK)" and also earn the "AdA certificate" under AEVO – your goal: to lead your own team as a store manager in the 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 through quality, freshness and cleanliness
• Whether stocking and presenting goods, ordering, or working the checkout: you pitch in and give your full effort
• We also prepare you in staff leadership so that you can soon take over your first own shift
• To further build your skills you take part in various trainings and seminars – and you also earn the IHK trainer certificate
• The theory phases take place as block courses at an external training center (any travel/accommodation costs are covered by Lidl)

• Abitur or Fachhochschulreife (theoretical and practical parts completed)
• 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 the opening hours of your store