Abitur Graduate Program Sales incl. Certified Retail Business Manager 2027

You have finished school and are looking for responsibility. In the Abitur graduate program you combine the apprenticeship as a retail clerk with the further training as a Certified Retail Business Manager (IHK), and you also earn the trainer aptitude certificate (AdA) under AEVO. Your goal: to lead your own team as a store manager in the future. Training starts on 1 August. The theory phases take place in block classes at an external training center.

• 3 qualifications in 3 years: In our Abitur graduate program you combine the apprenticeship as a retail clerk with the further training as a Certified Retail Business Manager (IHK) and also earn the trainer aptitude certificate (AdA) 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 all
• We also prepare you for leading staff, so that you can soon take over your 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 in block classes at an external training center (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 joy in achieving things together with others
• Reliability and flexibility in your working hours within your store's opening hours