Apprenticeship as a Bookseller

An apprenticeship in book retail focused on books, games and gift ideas, along with personal customer advice and product-range presentation.

Advise customers on books, games and gift ideas; discover new titles, write reviews and share reading recommendations; present product ranges creatively; support readings and events; gain insight into sales, checkout, goods receiving and internal processes.

At least an intermediate school-leaving certificate or close to completing one; good to very good spoken and written German; enjoyment of meeting and advising customers; love of books and interest in digital offerings and diverse subject areas.

Fair apprenticeship pay of €1,140 in the first year, €1,260 in the second year and €1,410 gross in the third year, plus holiday and Christmas bonuses; 20% employee discount; 30 days of leave; subsidy for the Deutschlandticket; free tolino eReader; dedicated contacts; travel, accommodation and meals covered during block classes at Mediacampus Frankfurt; strong career prospects after the apprenticeship.