Retail Apprenticeship Programme for Abitur Graduates

PENNY offers a full-time programme in Berlin/Köpenick that prepares school graduates for retail leadership without university study. Over about three years, the programme includes a retail sales specialist qualification and, with good performance, an advanced retail management qualification and AEVO trainer training. Training starts on 1 August 2027; the listing gives 31 January 2029 as the planned training end date.

• The programme prepares you for a leadership role at PENNY in about three years, without university study.
• Three qualifications in one programme: You gain your first qualification as a retail sales specialist in just 18 months. With good performance, you complete a further 18 months to become a state-certified retail management specialist and complete AEVO training to become a trainer.
• Good to know: The qualification is at the same level as a bachelor's degree, Level 6 of the European Qualifications Framework.
• You manage the flow of goods in the store, including storage and stock checks.
• You help customers in the store and give them practical support.
• You work in a strong team and gain your first experience of leading employees.

• You have an Abitur or a subject-specific university entrance qualification, including the practical component in business.
• You are confident and self-assured and have strong communication skills.
• You can assert yourself and organise things well.
• You are reliable and enjoy taking responsibility.