Do you want to start an Ausbildung (apprenticeship) in Berlin? Here you can find important tips, Voraussetzungen (requirements), and support services.
Which apprenticeship is right for me?
There are 16 different occupational fields in Germany and more than 300 apprenticeship professions. If you are not yet sure which apprenticeship suits you, you can take a career orientation test at Test zur Berufsorientierung or find information online at Berufe.net.
Before deciding on an apprenticeship , you can also do an internship to get to know the profession better.
What language level do I need for an apprenticeship?
For most apprenticeships , there is no fixed language level you must have. However, classes at the Berufsschule (OSZ) (vocational school) are taught in German. To understand the lessons and pass the exams, a minimum level of B2 is recommended. For school-based apprenticeships , a higher language level may sometimes be required.
If you want to enter the country with a visa for an apprenticeship , you usually need a B1 Sprachniveau (level of language proficiency).
Which apprenticeships can I do without a school-leaving certificate?
You can find out which school-leaving qualification is recommended for a profession on Ausbildung.de. Click on an apprenticeship profession and check the section “Empf. Schulabschluss” (recommended school-leaving certificate).
There are only a few apprenticeships for which a school-leaving certificate is required — for example, many school-based apprenticeships . For the Berufsschule (OSZ) (vocational school), you will still need basic skills in math, German, English and other subjects.
Your application will have better chances if you obtained your school-leaving certificate in Germany, or if your certificate from another country has been officially recognized in Berlin.
Do you want to get a school-leaving certificate in Berlin later?
There are many counseling centers in Berlin that can support you. Here you can find suitable contacts.
Does an apprenticeship help secure my residence status?
Yes, there are several ways to secure your residence status while doing an apprenticeship . Whether this is possible for you depends on your individual situation.
Get counselling to find out which options apply to your specific case.
When can I start an apprenticeship?
In Berlin, most apprenticeships begin on 1 August or 1 September. Some Berufsschulen (OSZ) (vocational schools) also offer an additional start date in spring. However, you should start your application earlier, as companies often choose their apprentices several months before the official start.
If you missed the beginning of the apprenticeship period, you can still use the time until the next start date in a meaningful way. For example, you can do an Einstiegsqualifizierung (EQ) (entry-level vocational qualification) or an internship .
How do I apply for an apprenticeship?
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For a company-based apprenticeship
You apply directly to a company for the apprenticeship . If you receive an acceptance, the company will register you at the Berufsschule (OSZ) (vocational school). Depending on the profession, there is a specific school that matches your field.
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For a school-based apprenticeship
You register directly at the Berufsfachschule (technical vocational school ) for the apprenticeship . Most schools have contact persons or information days for interested applicants. This is a good opportunity to ask questions about the school and the registration process.
You can find more information about the application process here: So bewirbst du dich auf eine Ausbildung | Bundesagentur für Arbeit
Locations in this map
bridge – Netzwerk für Bleiberecht
Show on mapThe bridge networks offer a comprehensive range of vocational counselling and support services, job-specific German and qualification courses, and placement in internships and employment.
Offers at the Senate Department:
- Clarification of social and residence law issues.
- network coordination
- Public relations
- Implementation of training courses
Potsdamer Str. 65
10785 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Appointment by arrangement
bridge – Netzwerk für Bleiberecht
Show on mapThe bridge networks offer a comprehensive range of vocational counselling and support services, job-specific German and qualification courses, and placement in internships and employment.
Offers at the Senate Department:
- Clarification of social and residence law issues.
- network coordination
- Public relations
- Implementation of training courses
Werbellinstraße 42
12053 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Appointment by arrangement
bridge – Netzwerk für Bleiberecht
Show on mapThe bridge networks offer a comprehensive range of vocational counselling and support services, job-specific German and qualification courses, and placement in internships and employment.
Offers at the Senate Department:
- Clarification of social and residence law issues.
- network coordination
- Public relations
- Implementation of training courses
Sprengelstr. 15
13353 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Appointment by arrangement
Jugendmigrationsdienst
Show on mapThe Youth Migration Service (JMD) is a first point of contact for young migrants aged 12 to 27 who are new to Germany.
Counselling topics include:
- Orientation counselling
- Health and addiction counselling
- housing issues
- Counselling and group offers on school and career perspectives, enrolment in school and change of school
- Support in the search for a suitable school, internship, apprenticeship or study place
- Language and integration courses
- Preparation of application documents
- Clarification and securing of social benefit entitlements
- Family reunification
Trautenaustraße 5
10717 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Tuesday 09:00-11:00, Thursday 14:00-16:00
Jugendmigrationsdienst
Show on mapThe Youth Migration Service (JMD) is a first point of contact for young migrants aged 12 to 27 who are new to Germany.
Counselling topics include:
- Orientation counselling
- Health and addiction counselling
- housing issues
- Counselling and group offers on school and career perspectives, enrolment in school and change of school
- Support in the search for a suitable school, internship, apprenticeship or study place
- Language and integration courses
- Preparation of application documents
- Clarification and securing of social benefit entitlements
- Family reunification
Morusstraße 18a
12053 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Thursday 13:00-16:00 and by telephone appointment
Jugendmigrationsdienst - JMD
Show on mapThe Youth Migration Service (JMD) is a first point of contact for young migrants aged 12 to 27 who are new to Germany.
Counselling topics include:
- Orientation counselling
- Health and addiction counselling
- housing issues
- Counselling and group offers on school and career perspectives, enrolment in school and change of school
- Support in the search for a suitable school, internship, apprenticeship or study place
- Language and integration courses
- Preparation of application documents
- Clarification and securing of social benefit entitlements
- Family reunification
Willmanndamm 12 (Ecke)
10827 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Consultation appointments on site by prior arrangement by phone or email, central telephone availability Tuesday 14-16 and Thursday 10-12.
Jugendmigrationsdienst (JMD) Steglitz-Zehlendorf
Show on mapThe Youth Migration Service (JMD) is a first point of contact for young migrants aged 12 to 27 who are new to Germany.
Counselling topics include:
- Orientation counselling
- Health and addiction counselling
- housing issues
- Counselling and group offers on school and career perspectives, enrolment in school and change of school
- Support in the search for a suitable school, internship, apprenticeship or study place
- Language and integration courses
- Preparation of application documents
- Clarification and securing of social benefit entitlements
- Family reunification
Schildhornstr. 72 (Hinterhof)
12163 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Open office hours:
Tuesday from 09:00 - 12:00 and Thursday from 14:00 - 17:00
+ Consultation appointments can be made by phone and e-mail.
Jugendmigrationsdienst Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
Show on mapThe Youth Migration Service (JMD) is a first point of contact for young migrants aged 12 to 27 who are new to Germany.
Counselling topics include:
- Orientation counselling
- Health and addiction counselling
- housing issues
- Counselling and group offers on school and career perspectives, enrolment in school and change of school
- Support in the search for a suitable school, internship, apprenticeship or study place
- Language and integration courses
- Preparation of application documents
- Clarification and securing of social benefit entitlements
- Family reunification
Mehringdamm 126
10965 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Tuesday 09:00-12:00,
Thursday 14:00-17:00
and by appointment
Jugendmigrationsdienst Lichtenberg
Show on mapThe Youth Migration Service (JMD) is a first point of contact for young migrants aged 12 to 27 who are new to Germany.
Counselling topics include:
- Orientation counselling
- Health and addiction counselling
- housing issues
- Counselling and group offers on school and career perspectives, enrolment in school and change of school
- Support in the search for a suitable school, internship, apprenticeship or study place
- Language and integration courses
- Preparation of application documents
- Clarification and securing of social benefit entitlements
- Family reunification
Otto-Marquardt-Straße 6
10369 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Appointments by telephone arrangement.
Availability: Mon-Fri 9:30-18 h
Jugendmigrationsdienst Lichtenberg
Show on mapThe Youth Migration Service (JMD) is a first point of contact for young migrants aged 12 to 27 who are new to Germany.
Counselling topics include:
- Orientation counselling
- Health and addiction counselling
- housing issues
- Counselling and group offers on school and career perspectives, enrolment in school and change of school
- Support in the search for a suitable school, internship, apprenticeship or study place
- Language and integration courses
- Preparation of application documents
- Clarification and securing of social benefit entitlements
- Family reunification
Anton-Saefkow-Platz 3-4
10369 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Tuesday 09:00-12:00
Thursday 15:00-18:00
and by appointment
Jugendmigrationsdienst Marzahn-Hellersdorf
Show on mapThe Youth Migration Service (JMD) is a first point of contact for young migrants aged 12 to 27 who are new to Germany.
Counselling topics include:
- orientation counselling
- housing issues
- Counselling and group offers on school and career perspectives, school enrolment and change of school
- Support in the search for a suitable school, internship, apprenticeship or university place
- Language and integration courses
- Preparation of application documents
- Clarification and securing of social benefit entitlements
- Family reunification
Helene-Weigel-Platz 10
12681 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Tuesday 09:00-12:00
Thursday 14:00-17:00
and by appointment.
Jugendmigrationsdienst Marzahn-Hellersdorf
Show on mapThe Youth Migration Service (JMD) is a first point of contact for young migrants aged 12 to 27 who are new to Germany.
Counselling topics include:
- orientation counselling
- housing issues
- Counselling and group offers on school and career perspectives, school enrolment and change of school
- Support in the search for a suitable school, internship, apprenticeship or university place
- Language and integration courses
- Preparation of application documents
- Clarification and securing of social benefit entitlements
- Family reunification
Allee der Kosmonauten 79
12681 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Tuesday 09:00-12:00
Thursday 14:00-17:00
and by appointment.
Jugendmigrationsdienst Marzahn-Hellersdorf (IB)
Show on mapThe Youth Migration Service (JMD) is a first point of contact for young migrants aged 12 to 27 who are new to Germany.
Counselling topics include:
- Orientation counselling
- Health and addiction counselling
- housing issues
- Counselling and group offers on school and career perspectives, enrolment in school and change of school
- Support in the search for a suitable school, internship, apprenticeship or study place
- Language and integration courses
- Preparation of application documents
- Clarification and securing of social benefit entitlements
- Family reunification
Allee der Kosmonauten 79
12681 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Appointments by prior arrangement only.
Jugendmigrationsdienst Neukölln
Show on mapThe Youth Migration Service (JMD) is a first point of contact for young migrants aged 12 to 27 who are new to Germany.
Counselling topics include:
- Orientation counselling
- Health and addiction counselling
- housing issues
- Counselling and group offers on school and career perspectives, enrolment in school and change of school
- Support in the search for a suitable school, internship, apprenticeship or study place
- Language and integration courses
- Preparation of application documents
- Clarification and securing of social benefit entitlements
- Family reunification
Glasower Str. 18
12051 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] by arrangement
Jugendmigrationsdienst Neukölln (IB)
Show on mapThe Youth Migration Service (JMD) is a first point of contact for young migrants aged 12 to 27 who are new to Germany.
Counselling topics include:
- Orientation counselling
- Health and addiction counselling
- housing issues
- Counselling and group offers on school and career perspectives, enrolment in school and change of school
- Support in the search for a suitable school, internship, apprenticeship or study place
- Language and integration courses
- Preparation of application documents
- Clarification and securing of social benefit entitlements
- Family reunification
Glasower Straße 18
12051 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Consultation appointments only by prior arrangement
Jugendmigrationsdienst Pankow
Show on mapThe Youth Migration Service (JMD) is a first point of contact for young migrants aged 12 to 27 who are new to Germany.
Counselling topics include:
- Orientation counselling
- Health and addiction counselling
- housing issues
- Counselling and group offers on school and career perspectives, enrolment in school and change of school
- Support in the search for a suitable school, internship, apprenticeship or study place
- Language and integration courses
- Preparation of application documents
- Clarification and securing of social benefit entitlements
- Family reunification
Dänenstraße 19
10439 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Tuesday 10:00-13:00,
Wednesday 14:00-17:00,
and by appointment
Jugendmigrationsdienst Spandau
Show on mapThe Youth Migration Service (JMD) is a first point of contact for young migrants aged 12 to 27 who are new to Germany.
Counselling topics include:
- Orientation counselling
- Health and addiction counselling
- housing issues
- Counselling and group offers on school and career perspectives, school enrolment and change of school
- Support in the search for a suitable school, internship, apprenticeship or study place
- Language and integration courses
- Preparation of application documents
- Clarification and securing of social benefit entitlements
- Family reunification If required, we work with language and cultural mediators.
Galenstraße 39
13597 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Tuesday 09:00-12:00
Thursday 15:00-18:00
and by appointment
Jugendmigrationsdienst Tempelhof-Schöneberg
Show on mapThe Youth Migration Service (JMD) is a first point of contact for young migrants aged 12 to 27 who are new to Germany.
Counselling topics include:
- Orientation counselling
- Health and addiction counselling
- housing issues
- Counselling and group offers on school and career perspectives, enrolment in school and change of school
- Support in the search for a suitable school, internship, apprenticeship or study place
- Language and integration courses
- Preparation of application documents
- Clarification and securing of social benefit entitlements
- Family reunification
Götzstraße 24e
12099 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Monday 13:00-16:00,
Thursday 09:30 to 12:30
and by arrangement
Jugendmigrationsdienst Treptow-Köpenick
Show on mapThe Youth Migration Service (JMD) is a first point of contact for young migrants aged 12 to 27 who are new to Germany.
Counselling topics include:
- Orientation counselling
- Counselling and group offers on school and career perspectives.
- Support in the search for a suitable school, internship, apprenticeship or university place
- Support in the search for language and integration courses
- Preparation of application documents
- Clarification and securing of social benefit entitlements
- Family reunification
Mathildenstr. 1 a
12459 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Appointments by arrangement
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