Retail Apprenticeship Programme for Abitur Graduates

PENNY's programme in Laatzen prepares you for a management role in about three years. You earn a retail management qualification after 18 months. With good performance, a further 18 months lead to a state-certified trade specialist qualification and AEVO trainer training. The qualification is at level 6 of the European Qualifications Framework.

• The programme prepares you for a management role at PENNY in about three years without a university degree.
• Three qualifications in one programme: you earn your first qualification in retail management in just 18 months. With good performance, you become a state-certified trade specialist over a further 18 months 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, storage and checking of goods in the store.
• You help customers in the store and provide practical support.
• You work in a strong team and gain your first experience of managing staff.

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