Apprenticeship as a Bookseller

A book retail apprenticeship focusing on new releases, genres, customer advice, the product range and creating memorable shopping experiences.

Advising customers on books, games and gift ideas; discovering new titles, writing reviews and sharing personal recommendations; creatively presenting the product range; supporting readings and events; gaining insight into sales, checkout, goods receipt and behind-the-scenes processes.

At least an intermediate school-leaving certificate or currently working toward one; good to very good spoken and written German; enjoyment of approaching people and advising them personally; love of books; enthusiasm for digital offerings and diverse subject areas.

Training pay of €1,140 in the first, €1,260 in the second and €1,410 gross in the third training year; holiday and Christmas bonuses; 20% employee discount; 30 days of leave; Germany Ticket subsidy; free tolino eReader; permanent contact persons; travel, accommodation and meals covered during block classes at Mediacampus Frankfurt; strong prospects after the apprenticeship.