DO WHAT YOU WANT. DO IT IN CALW!
With a total of about 30 apprenticeship positions in various areas as well as internships for pupils and students, the city of Calw offers a wide range of opportunities to enter professional life. We want to make it easier for you to get started, accompany you during your training and offer you prospects afterwards.
Current training offers
As a rule, you can apply every year from about the beginning/mid-July to mid-September for the advertised apprenticeships starting in the next training year (training usually starts on September 1 every year)!
Please apply (also for internships) exclusively via our online application portal.
What you should bring with you?
Open-mindedness, reliability, sociability, ability to work in a team, versatility, willingness to work, commitment, interest in the wide range of municipal tasks.
Please use this page to find out more about our wide range of training opportunities. So go ahead and make something of yourself, make something of Calw! We are looking forward to your application!
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Training
Annual schedule of apprenticeships:
- Beginning of July each year: job advertisement in the press and on our applicant portal
- Mid/end of September: interviews and possibly aptitude test, sending of acceptances to the selected persons
- End of September/beginning of October: signing of contract
- from September 1 of the following year: start of training
MANAGE, ADVISE, ORGANIZE – THAT’S ME!
Administrative assistant (m/f/d) – specialization state and local administration
Our areas of operation throughout the administration are as diverse as the municipal tasks themselves. We are a service provider for our citizens and accordingly have a lot of customer contact. We process applications and are the point of contact for citizens and companies seeking advice. Administrative decisions are also prepared and the parties involved are informed about them. Depending on the area, we help organize and coordinate processes and provide support in processing various cases. In the area of budget management, we are responsible for preparing and executing budgets.
Short Facts:
What? Citizen traffic, files, numbers, data, forms, laws, administration, organization
Where. During your training, you will get a taste of almost all areas of the city administration – including the following departments: Personnel/Organization, Registration Office, Fines Office, Post Office, Registry, Immigration Office, City Planning, Building Regulations, Building Construction and Procurement Office, Civil Engineering, Real Estate, Culture, Finance.
How long does it take? The training, including the theory sections in block instruction at the Hermann Gundert School in Calw, lasts basically 3 years, a reduction to 2.5 years is made in the case of a Realschule or higher school leaving certificate.
Requirements? A secondary school diploma. Good German language skills and sociability are an advantage.
Earnings: Monthly salary in the amount of currently approx. 1.070,00€ (1st year of apprenticeship)
A tip from our trainees: You should enjoy contacting customers and working in a team. Organizational skills are needed here to complete specific assignments on time and still not lose sight of daily tasks!
By the way: After completing your training, you can continue your education – for example, to become an administrative specialist, or you can continue your studies in “Public Management” and qualify as a civil servant for the higher administrative service.
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MANAGE, ADVISE, ORGANIZE – THAT’S ME!
Specialist for media and information services (m/f/d) – library specialization – City library
This is where you work in books and other media! This includes, first and foremost, entering the relevant data into the library system. You’ll help build and maintain the library collection. Other areas include customer service and also contributing to various events. Most FAMI jobs are in libraries or archives.
Short Facts:
What? Books, media, data, customer service, events – this profession is not one-sided! You will have both office work and customer contact! You make sure that information is conveyed.
Where. In our city library.
How long? The training, including the theory sections in block instruction at the Hermann Gundert School in Calw, usually takes a total of 3 years. If you have a high school diploma or a technical college entrance qualification, you can shorten it by one year.
Requirements? A secondary school diploma.
Earnings: Monthly salary in the amount of currently approx. 1.070,00€ (1st year of apprenticeship)
A tip from our trainees: friendliness is key here! You should not be shy of people, but be able to approach others with an open mind! Service orientation and a diligent work ethic are also important.
By the way, the training is divided into 5 specialties: Archives, Public and Scientific Libraries, Medical Documentation, Information and Documentation Services (e.g. Broadcasting) and Picture Agencies. You can continue your education in these areas later. You also have the option of pursuing a degree in library science.
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MANAGE, ADVISE, ORGANIZE – THAT’S ME!
Businessman for tourism and leisure (m/f/d)
“Between Bremen and Naples, between Vienna and Singapore, I have seen many a pretty town. But the most beautiful town of all that I know is Calw on the Nagold.” – Hermann Hesse knew what he was talking about. A stroll through the winding alleys and narrow streets, an active city life in the midst of green nature. Beautifully nestled in the Nagold Valley, between the hilly, green “Gäu” and the coniferous forests of the Black Forest Nature Park Central/North, Calw blends seamlessly into its surroundings. Culture and art lovers get their money’s worth in Calw. Musical highlights, entertaining events from the fields of theater and cabaret, lovingly designed museums and a rustic ambience of old half-timbered houses.
You can already tell – there’s plenty to do in Calw when it comes to tourism and leisure! The profession is incredibly versatile: you advise tourists in the city, sell tickets, souvenirs and hiking maps. You take care of the homepage and the online store of the tourist information, process inquiries and compile tours. Fair preparation and fair service as well as stand services, for example at the Christmas market, are also part of the job.
Short Facts:
What? Tourism and leisure!
Where. During your training, you will work in the tourist information and culture departments, but you will also get a taste of what it’s like to work in human resources and finance, for example! You will also have block classes at the Robert Schuman School in Baden-Baden.
How long? The training usually lasts 3 years. It can be shortened with a high school diploma or a specialized baccalaureate.
Requirements? A secondary school diploma. Various language skills (at least English) are an advantage.
Earnings: Monthly salary in the amount of currently approx. 1.070,00€ (1st year of apprenticeship)
A tip from our trainees: the ability to work in a team, openness towards customers and strangers in general as well as an enthusiasm for our beautiful region are important! Since it sometimes gets stressful, for example when the phone rings constantly and many customers rush in at the same time, resilience and stamina are important. Language skills (at least English) and knowledge of Microsoft programs, especially Word and Excel, you will also need.
By the way: After the apprenticeship, there are definitely many exciting offers and opportunities for courses of study and further training, for example at the Chamber of Industry and Commerce.
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MANAGE, ADVISE, ORGANIZE – THAT’S ME!
Event Manager (m/f/d)
TECHNOLOGY ADVOCATE?!
IT Specialist for System Integration (m/f/d)
Are you enthusiastic about technology and looking for a varied profession? This way!
As an IT specialist, you will be responsible for administering, maintaining and servicing the network environments, server structures and client workstations. Customer support (help desk) is also part of this. You also design and implement complex information and telecommunications technology systems. You plan, execute and control IT projects, present system solutions and provide user training and consulting.
Short Facts:
What? PC, Programs, Network & Co.
Where? You will acquire the practical knowledge in the IT department of the city administration, the theory in the Gottlieb-Daimler-Schule 2 in Sindelfingen.
How long? The training usually lasts 3 years.
Requirements? A secondary school diploma.
Earnings: Monthly salary in the amount of currently approx. 1.070,00€ (1st year of apprenticeship)
A tip from our trainees: A prospective IT specialist should have composure (patience when supporting customers – which in this case is the colleagues at the city administration) and organizational skills. The ability to work in a team and to approach problems efficiently are also important. You also need mathematical skills, a willingness to always learn new things, technical understanding, good spatial awareness and manual dexterity. The ability to think abstractly and logically and to find creative solutions as well as mental flexibility and resilience are important.
What you can look forward to: Variety! There is a wide range of topics to specialize in. You experience new situations almost every day and gain experience and knowledge while looking for solutions. There is also a good mix of teamwork and independent work.
You don’t have enough of education? There are numerous continuing education opportunities. After successful completion of the apprenticeship, the entrance qualification for a university of applied sciences (Fachhochschulreife) can be obtained, for example. study technical or media informatics.
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NATURAL MAN?!
Forester (m/f/d)
Forests characterize large parts of our region. They are high-quality and indispensable habitats for native flora and fauna, as well as a favorite recreation spot for many people. Our forests also provide the important renewable and natural raw material wood. High-quality near-natural forest management is required to sustainably fulfill these services. An essential prerequisite for this forest management is professionals in the forest, i.e. well-trained foresters.
The focus here is on action competence! Forest managers should be able to plan, carry out and control work measures independently – work in the forest demands full commitment. In the work group, everyone depends on everyone else; only teamwork and communication lead to the goal.
Short Facts:
What? Planting/maintaining/protecting forests, timber harvesting, conservation work.
Where? Training takes place with block instruction at the Mattenhof Forestry Training Center near Gengenbach.
How long? The training usually lasts 3 years (shortening to 2 years is possible).
Requirements? Mind. a good secondary school diploma.
Features? Independent action when working in a team, technical open-mindedness towards. Machinery, physical fitness, flexibility with changing job requirements, understanding of and passion for forest/outdoor work.
Earnings: Monthly salary in the amount of currently approx. 1.070,00€ (1st year of apprenticeship)
By the way: With his professional qualification, the forestry trainee acquires a good basis for a wide range of applications in the working world – this is proven by the high demand for foresters in and also outside the traditional professional field. You can also continue your education after the apprenticeship, for example to become a master craftsman, forestry machine operator or technician.
Another tip from our trainee: You should have no problem being out in the forest in any weather.
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I MAKE THE LITTLE ONES BIG!
Practice-integrated training as an educator (m/f/d)
You want to be a caregiver for children? You want to support them, encourage them and accompany their development? You are in the right place! In the training to become an educator, you are a companion to the kids. In addition, you are an educational partner of the parents and also advise them. You also work together with schools and other institutions.
IMPORTANT: In this profession you should be open to the children and their needs, be empathetic with them and have patience! You should be able to work well with others, as there is a lot of teamwork in the daycare center.
Short Facts:
What? Educator!
How long and where? The training usually lasts 3 years. It takes place in addition to block teaching at a technical college for social pedagogy in a municipal daycare center of your choice.
Requirements? At least Mittlere Reife. It is advantageous to do an internship in this area so that you can see for yourself how you like working with children on a daily basis.
Features? Sense of responsibility, conscientiousness, ability to work in a team, patience, empathy
Earnings: Monthly salary in the amount of currently approx. 1.190,69€ (1st year of apprenticeship)
A tip from our trainees: Whether you are an extrovert or a rather quiet type is not so important – in the daycare centers, the everyday tasks can be divided up well so that everyone in the team can contribute their strengths.
These are specialized schools for social pedagogy to which you apply in parallel:
Annemarie Lindner School, Nagold
Johanna Wittum School, Pforzheim
Protestant College for Social Pedagogy, Stuttgart
Hilde Domin School, Herrenberg
You can theoretically apply for our pedagogical training opportunities all year round, just check what we are currently advertising.
You don’t have enough of education? After the apprenticeship, you can also train to become a specialist in organization and management. Or you can acquire the advanced technical college entrance qualification during the training (if not yet available) and then study in the direction of “Social Work” or “Early Childhood Education”. There are also various opportunities for further training, for example. with emphasis on the development of language.
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I MAKE THE LITTLE ONES BIG!
Social Pedagogical Assistant (m/f/d)
You want to be a caregiver for children? You want to support them, encourage them and accompany their development? You are in the right place! In the training as an educator you are a companion of the kids. In addition, you are the educational partner of the parents and also advise them. You also work together with schools and other institutions.
IMPORTANT: In this profession you should be open to the children and their needs, be empathetic with them and have patience! You should be able to work well with others, as there is a lot of teamwork in the daycare center.
Short Facts:
What? Social pedagogical assistance!
How long and where? The training usually lasts 3 years. It takes place alongside the block teaching at a technical college for social pedagogy in a municipal daycare center of your choice.
Requirements? High school diploma. It is advantageous to do an internship in this area so that you can see for yourself how you like working with children on a daily basis.
Features? Sense of responsibility, conscientiousness, ability to work in a team, patience, empathy
Earnings: Monthly salary of currently approx. 1.148,54€ (1st year of apprenticeship)
A tip from our trainees: Whether you are an extrovert or a rather quiet type is not so important – in the daycare centers, the everyday tasks can be divided up well so that everyone in the team can contribute their strengths.
These are specialized schools for social pedagogy to which you apply in parallel:
Annemarie Lindner School, Nagold
Johanna Wittum School, Pforzheim
Protestant College for Social Pedagogy, Stuttgart
Hilde Domin School, Herrenberg
You can theoretically apply for our pedagogical training opportunities all year round, just check what we are currently advertising.
You don’t have enough of education? After the apprenticeship, you can also train to become a specialist in organization and management. Or you can acquire the advanced technical college entrance qualification during the training (if not yet available) and then study in the direction of “Social Work” or “Early Childhood Education”. There are also various opportunities for further training, for example. with emphasis on the development of language.
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I MAKE THE LITTLE ONES BIG!
Apprenticeship year for graduation as a state-certified educator or childcare worker (m/f/d)
You want to be a caregiver for children? You want to support them, encourage them and accompany their development? You’ve come to the right place! In the training to become an educator, you are a companion to the kids. In addition, you are the educational partner of the parents and also advise them. You also work together with schools and other institutions.
IMPORTANT: In this profession you should be open to the children and their needs, be empathetic with them and have patience! You should be able to work well with others, as there is a lot of teamwork in the daycare center.
Short Facts:
What? Educator!
How long and where? The training lasts a total of 3 years. In the 3rd year of apprenticeship, a one-year recognition internship takes place. You can apply for this at a daycare center of your choice.
Requirements? At least Mittlere Reife. It is advantageous to do an internship in this area so that you can see for yourself how you like working with children on a daily basis.
Features? Sense of responsibility, conscientiousness, ability to work in a team, patience, empathy
Earnings: Monthly salary of currently approx. 1.600,00€ (during the one-year recognition internship)
A tip from our trainees: Whether you are an extrovert or a rather quiet type is not so important – in the daycare centers, the everyday tasks can be divided up well so that everyone in the team can contribute their strengths.
These are specialized schools for social pedagogy to which you apply in parallel:
Annemarie Lindner School, Nagold
Johanna Wittum School, Pforzheim
Protestant College for Social Pedagogy, Stuttgart
Hilde Domin School, Herrenberg
You can theoretically apply for our pedagogical training opportunities all year round, just check what we are currently advertising.
You don’t have enough of education? After the apprenticeship, you can also train to become a specialist in organization and management. Or you can acquire the advanced technical college entrance qualification during the training (if not yet available) and then study in the direction of “Social Work” or “Early Childhood Education”. There are also various opportunities for further training, for example. with emphasis on the development of language.
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I MAKE THE LITTLE ONES BIG!
Vocational College Student (m/f/d)
You want to be a caregiver for children? You want to support them, encourage them and accompany their development? You’ve come to the right place! In the training to become an educator, you are a companion to the kids. In addition, you are an educational partner of the parents and also advise them. You also work together with schools and other institutions.
IMPORTANT: In this profession you should be open to the children and their needs, be empathetic with them and have patience! You should be able to work well with others, as there is a lot of teamwork in the daycare center.
Internship at the vocational college for the training as an educator (m/f/d)
Short Facts:
What? Educator!
How long and where? The school-based training to become an educator lasts 3 years. This is followed by a one-year recognition internship in a daycare center of your choice. At 1st year and In the 2nd year of training, internships take place at the vocational college – i.e. 3 days of classes per week, 2 days of internship.
Requirements? At least Mittlere Reife. It is advantageous to do an internship in this area so that you can see for yourself how you like working with children on a daily basis.
Features? Sense of responsibility, conscientiousness, ability to work in a team, patience, empathy
Earnings: No remuneration
A tip from our trainees: Whether you are an extrovert or a rather quiet type is not so important – in the daycare centers, the everyday tasks can be divided up well so that everyone in the team can contribute their strengths.
These are specialized schools for social pedagogy to which you apply in parallel:
Annemarie Lindner School, Nagold
Johanna Wittum School, Pforzheim
Protestant College for Social Pedagogy, Stuttgart
Hilde Domin School, Herrenberg
You can theoretically apply for our pedagogical training opportunities all year round, just check what we are currently advertising.
You don’t have enough of education? After the apprenticeship, you can also train to become a specialist in organization and management. Or you can acquire the advanced technical college entrance qualification during the training (if not yet available) and then study in the direction of “Social Work” or “Early Childhood Education”. There are also various opportunities for further training, for example. with emphasis on the development of language.
#kiddies #way companion #parentingcan #social pedagogy #support #team #learningfromchildren #tinymakinggreat
Study
I BECOME A STUDENT!
There are very many different tasks in the public service. This means that there are numerous opportunities open to you after graduation: whether in the area of public order, the environment, planning and construction, culture and tourism, or organization, personnel, finance and local politics – here, everyone really does find their field of expertise. The degree programs prepare you to take on more responsibility in government and lead our city government into the future.
Important: You apply exclusively via the uniform applicant portal of the universities and indicate the city of Calw there as your desired training position – we will be informed of this by the universities and will contact you.
Click here to go to the applicant portal
You can find more information about the study program on the websites of the universities:
Kehl University / Ludwigsburg University
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I BECOME A STUDENT!
The bachelor’s degree program in Public Management prepares students for senior and leadership positions in local and state government. The course of study, which has a strong emphasis on law as well as economics, social sciences and local government, is characterized by its close integration with practice.
Short Facts:
Where. University of Public Administration in Kehl or University of Public Administration and Finance in Ludwigsburg.
How? 6-month introductory internship, 3 semesters of basic studies, 14-month practical phase, 1 semester of advanced studies.
How long in total? 7 semesters (incl. introductory internship). 3.5 years.
Requirements? University Entrance Qualifications. Successfully passed study skills test. Commitment of an apprenticeship position. Fulfillment of the requirements under civil service law.
View? The bachelor’s degree program in “Public Management” qualifies students for work in the higher administrative service (in civil service) in public administrations.
Earnings: Monthly civil servant salaries in the amount of approx. 1,350.00 euros.
Do you want a versatile and varied field of activity, do you enjoy working with the law, do you like taking responsibility and do you enjoy dealing with people? Apply!
The application period usually begins each year on 01.09. and runs for applications to the city of Calw usually until about the end of October.
By the way, did you know that public administration colleges are also called “the mayor’s colleges”?
You can also complete in-depth internships with us during your practical phase! Please apply via our
online application portal
with a short cover letter, your curriculum vitae and, if applicable, attachments such as references. Also, let us know which department of our city government you are interested in!
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I BECOME A STUDENT!
Bachelor of Arts – Digital Management (m/f/d)
It is time to start the new era! We are ready for Commune 4.0 and you can join us on this journey!
Are you looking forward to digital challenges and do you enjoy redesigning? This degree program combines the technical dimensions of digitization with administrative management and the legal foundations of public administration.
Theory and practice are closely linked – you are directly involved during the redesign. After successful completion, you will be part of the digital leadership and can advance the digital transformation in municipalities and in the country!
Short Facts:
Where. University of Public Administration in Kehl or University of Public Administration and Finance in Ludwigsburg.
How? In addition to study phases at the university, the course of studies provides for students to undergo regular practical phases on site in the municipalities each semester. Professional competencies are acquired through the regular practical units in conjunction with case studies to be worked on and the specialist knowledge learned during the course of study.
How long in total? 6 semesters (3 years).
Requirements? University Entrance Qualifications. Successfully passed study skills test. Commitment of an apprenticeship position. Fulfillment of the requirements under civil service law.
View? The bachelor’s degree program in “Digital Administrative Management” qualifies students for work in the higher service (civil service) in public administrations.
Earnings: Monthly civil servant salaries in the amount of approx. 1,350.00 euros.
Do you want to drive digital transformation in state and local governments in senior or leadership positions in a variety of public service careers? Apply!
Applications must be submitted through the university applicant portal from March 1 to May 31 at the latest each year.
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