Graduate Programme Sales incl. Certified Retail Specialist 2027

With Lidl's Abitur programme, you combine the apprenticeship as a retail merchant with the further training as a Certified Retail Specialist (IHK) and the AdA certificate under AEVO. Three qualifications in three years, with the goal of leading your own team as a store manager in the future. Training starts on 1 August.

• 3 qualifications in 3 years: With our Abitur programme you combine the apprenticeship as a retail merchant with the further training as Certified Retail 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 stock or working the checkout: you pitch in and give your all
• We will also train you in leading staff, so that you can soon take over your own shift
• To further develop your skills, you take part in various trainings and seminars – and you also earn the IHK trainer certificate
• The theory phases take place in block classes at an external training centre (any travel and 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 flexibility in your working hours within your store's opening hours