My expectations towards the apprenticeship:

What I expected was that I would get to know a wide variety of departments and gain many different impressions. I always wanted to discover new areas of responsibility and find out what I particularly like. "New paths are created by taking you." This is an attitude at CLAAS, which is given to the apprentices at the beginning of their training and it is exactly the truth. By getting the opportunity to test ourselves repeatedly in different areas, everyone can find out for himself or herself, which field of work they are particularly interested in. Furthermore, I had hoped that the additional qualification as a foreign language correspondent would enable me to improve my language skills and use them in everyday life. This expectation has been fulfilled 100% so far and is once again a confirmation that CLAAS, as an international company, is the right decision for me. My overall hope was to grow both professionally and personally in the training and to work as closely as possible to agriculture.

Tasks I like the most:

Like most others, I primarily enjoy those tasks in which I can work independently and in which I am given a certain amount of responsibility. In this way, you feel integrated into the daily work routine as early as the training stage and are recognized as a fully-fledged colleague, who contributes to the work process. What I also particularly enjoy are tasks that require me to think along and that challenge me repeatedly. The third aspect I can mention is international cooperation. Through various events, such as the international CLAAS football tournament, which takes place once a year, CLAAS supports "networking" among colleagues from all over Europe and the foreign language skills of each individual. The additional qualification as a foreign language correspondent reminded me once again how important it is to use the language skills and how nice it is to be able to communicate with colleagues from all over the world without any problems.

The highlight of my apprenticeship until now:

Looking back, there was not only one highlight during my apprenticeship so far, because there were already many different special moments for me and every department has its own charm. Of course, the stay in Metz, France remains particularly positive in my memory. I had the opportunity to work and live in France for seven weeks, to get to know the culture, the country and the people. I faced new challenges every day and it was super exciting to get to know my favorite department from a different perspective. Furthermore, I had the opportunity to gain insights into agile development in Dissen at CLAAS E-Systems GmbH, which was very interesting in itself. In addition, I had the opportunity to give a presentation to my fellow trainees afterwards.

Qualities, applicants for an apprenticeship should have:

• Reliability: As trainees in most departments are given responsibility at a fairly early stage in order to be integrated into the daily work routine, it is important that they are aware of this responsibility and deal with it accordingly. Mistakes are allowed to be made, but they have consequences, and in order to keep these consequences as small as possible, it is important to always deal with them openly.
  
• Curiosity: A motivated trainee should show interest and always ask questions. Be open to new things and try to understand and question the subject. In most cases, initiative is seen as particularly positive.
  
• Openness: In an international company like CLAAS, you meet new faces every day. If you like to make contacts with a wide variety of people, such as customers or foreign colleagues, then CLAAS is the right place for you.
  

My application tips:

Be honest to yourself and have self-confidence. When hundreds of applications are received by the personnel department, it is an advantage to leave a lasting impression. Think about how you can individually design your application: Why is CLAAS the right company for you? And why are you the right applicant for CLAAS? If you have a genuine interest in the apprenticeship, are well informed, communicate this and remain honest, you will appear authentic and interested to the trainers and thus become a potential candidate.

My perspectives:

My apprenticeship at CLAAS has laid the foundation for my professional life. My goal is to successfully complete it with as many different impressions as possible and to become clear about the path I want to take in the CLAAS world in the future. I have already found my field of study, but what happens after the apprenticeship - whether it is a part-time course of study, evening school or distance learning is still up in the stars. There are no limits here.

An apprenticeship at CLAAS is...

...more than just a vocational training programme. Everyone becomes a part of the company and is given countless opportunities - what you make of it and which opportunities you take advantage of is up to you. For me, an apprenticeship at CLAAS is a career start that is individually designed and offers many future prospects.

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Tasks I like the most:

I really like the tasks, which I can do independently and which give me the feeling to support my department and the company. I like to be part of a department for two or three months, so we have enough time to undertake tasks and to understand the structure of the area.

The highlight of my apprenticeship until now:

In my current department, the product-related material Purchasing, I had the chance to take part on a business trip with two engineers to a supplier for our production material.

My daily working routine:

My daily work depends on the department, where I am working. In the Purchasing, I have the following daily work: My day begins between 07:30 a.m. and 08:00 a.m. and I work on my emails first, where I get tasks of my trainer in which I get a lot of responsibility. Sometimes I work on projects, which extend over a long period. Moreover, I am close to the happenings of the technical development, which makes my department very interesting for me and I get versatile tasks.

My application tips:

I know that everyone wants to show the best side of him- or herself. You should not forget to stay who you really are, because you should appeal honest and opened. Before you have your interview, you should inform yourself very good about the company. Speak with acquaintances, who have done an apprenticeship like that and ask them about the daily work and which departments they got to know. Collect arguments, which are benefits for you as an applicant and which express, that you are the right person for that job.

My prospects:

With the apprenticeship as an industrial clerk I get an economical apprenticeship, after which I can study or do advanced educations. After the apprenticeship, I can do a job as an advisor at CLAAS. Which job in which department I will get depends on the vacancies at the moment when I will finish my apprenticeship. I can talk to our supervisor and present my preferences, so that a vacancy in a department I like, stays a possibility.

An apprenticeship at CLAAS is…

… a very exciting career entry with high quality and a focus on your personality.

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My expectations towards the apprenticeship:

I expected a very interesting and versatile apprenticeship, because CLAAS is an international operating company. My expectations were fulfilled: You get a lot of new insights, because you change the departments regularly and have to deal with new challenges. You always feel supported by the colleagues and they always integrate you in their daily business. In addition to that, the apprenticeship promotes the community of the apprentices.

Tasks I like the most:

I really like at CLAAS, that you get your own tasks with high responsibility. Every day you get to know new colleagues. CLAAS operates international, so you also get to know foreign colleagues.

Tasks, which I do not like:

I cannot name something, which I do not like at the apprenticeship directly. You get to know quickly, which departments or tasks you like more and which less. This is very important, because you get to know, which area is the best for your future.

The highlight of my apprenticeship until now:

My personal highlight was the "Purchasing Day". During this time, I worked in the Purchasing Department for the area "Product Related Material" and I could accompany my department for two days. Every employee of the whole world of CLAAS met each other to talk about news and new strategies. We heard a lot of presentations of interesting topics in English and I had the chance to get to know a lot of new people from abroad. These days were very exciting and I was glad getting a chance like this.

Qualities, applicants for an apprenticeship should have:

Sociableness: During the apprenticeship, you get to know a lot of departments. It is important, that you are open minded for new contacts, so you can integrate yourself in the team very fast.
Self-confidence: During the apprenticeship, you often get new challenges. You have to deal with them and sometimes you have to confront these challenges bravely.
Motivation: This is an important feature, because with high motivation and willingness you can reach a lot and go new ways of your life.

My application tips:

Think about an interesting, individual application. It is important, that you attract attention on your application. Tell us, why you are interested in the company CLAAS and why the job at CLAAS is the best for you. If you are invited to an interview, inform yourself about CLAAS. Try to be you, because CLAAS is looking for convincing personalities, which fit in the company.

An apprenticeship at CLAAS is…

... the right decision for me. I have fun in working in such a versatile company and in dealing with new challenges.

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My expectations towards the apprenticeship:

I expected a very interesting and diversified apprenticeship and I do not regret the decision for an apprenticeship at CLAAS. The company offers many insights in different departments with friendly and cooperative colleagues, who integrate you in the daily business. I always feel supported at CLAAS.

Tasks I like the most:

I really like to get to know new colleagues, who support me at work and always help me, when I have questions. You also get the chance to speak different languages with colleagues, for example in mails during work or after work, when we play soccer together.

Tasks, which I do not like:

There are always tasks, which you do not really like. This is not tragic, because you get impressions of many different departments with new tasks. You can also use the apprenticeship to get to know every strength and weakness of yourself.

The highlight of my apprenticeship until now:

My personal highlight was the biggest agricultural trade fair in Hannover: The Agritechnica 2017. After two months of my apprenticeship, I got the opportunity to support CLAAS at the trade fair. My task was to help customers from all over the world in different languages at our info desk. Very impressing was, that all colleagues and I had dinner together so I got to know a lot of new people.

Qualities, applicants for an apprenticeship should have:

In my opinion you should be sociable, because at CLAAS you often work in a team. It would be a benefit if you are cooperative, so you can support your colleagues like they support you. It is important that you are self-confident, because at CLAAS you get a lot of tasks with high responsibility.

My prospects:

I really would like to work for CLAAS for a long time. My personal target is to pass a training as a nationally certified business economist. You have the opportunity to do this in an evening school for three years.

My application tips:

Try to write a natural application, because CLAAS emphasizes the personality of the applicants. Tell us, why you are the right person for us and why you decided to apply for that job. An apprenticeship at CLAAS is the perfect preparation for the entrance in the professional life.

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My expectations towards the apprenticeship:

I did not have specific expectations towards my apprenticeship. Of course, I always wished to get to know new friendly colleagues and to collect new experiences, which enrich my further way of life. The most important thing was to have fun in what I am doing. At least I can say that all my wishes came true.

Tasks I like the most:

There are a lot of tasks, which I really like: These were tasks, where I could work independently and where I supported the main working process.

Tasks, which I do not like:

There are always tasks, you do not like that much, like scanning or copying something. I have to point out, that these kind of tasks illustrate only a minimum of the day.

The highlight of my apprenticeship until now:

I already had a lot of highlights in this apprenticeship. One highlight was the visit of the biggest agricultural trade fair in Hannover, the Agritechnica 2017, with the other apprentices. We visited not only our trade fair stand, we also had the opportunity to visit other manufacturers and to examine new technologies and developments.

Qualities, applicants for an apprenticeship should have:

Flexible, open, communicative: In my opinion, these features are the most important features, which you should bring with you for the apprenticeship at CLAAS. Your departments are always changing, so you need to be flexible for new areas, tasks and also for new colleagues. It is easier to be part of a team, when you are open and communicative.

My application tips:

The first impression is the most important one. Try to write an individual application, which presents your qualifications. Also try to identify yourself with the company, inform yourself about the homepage and with help of catalogues.

An apprenticeship at CLAAS is…

…the entrance in a big, new CLAAS family.

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My expectations towards the apprenticeship:

I was always sure, that I want to work in a big, international company with a lot of challenging tasks and also with the possibility of further education. I expected an exciting and diversified apprenticeship, where I have the possibility to develop my own language skills and also other skills. My wishes came true! This apprenticeship is very versatile, because you get to know a lot of different departments.

Tasks I like the most:

I love to get in contact with employees, applicants, customers or suppliers. In addition to that, I like the organization of events or excursions, because you have to get in contact with a lot of people and you create a network at work, where you can see the result at the end.

Tasks, which I do not like:

The induction in new departments is challenging, but after a few times you develop routine and can work independently.

The highlight of my apprenticeship until now:

My personal highlight was my support at the agricultural trade fair Agritechnica 2017 in Hannover, where I could support the Merchandising for three days. I could socialize myself and I learned a lot about our machines.

Qualities, applicants for an apprenticeship should have:

In my opinion, ability to work in a team, openness and reliability are the most important qualities, you should bring with you for this apprenticeship, because a company can only exist, when everyone is able to work in a big team. It is also important, that we can rely on you and that you are open for new departments and tasks, because the apprenticeship as an industrial clerk offers a big overview of the commercial work.

My application tips:

You should write in your application, why you want to work at CLAAS and why you are the right future apprentice for CLAAS.

An apprenticeship at CLAAS is…

…diversified and you are treated as a full-valued member since the beginning of your apprenticeship.

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