Vocational Training at DKFZ

Are you looking for an apprenticeship that suits you and that you enjoy? We offer a wide range of apprenticeships in the fields of laboratory, IT and administration. Whether as a biological laboratory technician, animal keeper, IT specialist or office manager- here you can develop your strengths, work in a great, international environment and lay the foundations for your professional future. Click on an apprenticeship and find out more about your options!

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Trainees in the lab

Biological laboratory technician (m/f/d)

Do you want to get off to a flying start in the lab? With us, you'll be in the thick of it right from the start: You will work with tumor cells, DNA and proteins, try out exciting laboratory techniques and be part of an international team. Together we make a difference in cancer research!
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IT Specialist, Application Deve­lopment (m/f/d)

Are you enthusiastic about IT and want to help shape the technology of tomorrow? As an IT specialist in application development at the DKFZ, you will develop customized software solutions that make the day-to-day work of our scientists and employees easier.
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IT Specialist, System Integ­ration (m/f/d)

Do you have an eye for technology and want to design IT systems that run smoothly? As an IT specialist for system integration, you will plan, install and manage IT systems for our scientists and administration. You will advise on the selection of hardware and software, set up systems and ensure they run smoothly. In the event of malfunctions, you will quickly find solutions and resolve problems.
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Office manager (m/f/d)­

Do you want to help shape the future of research and love to organize things? As an office manager at the DKFZ, you are indispensable! You will support our scientists and colleagues in key areas such as human resources, finance, procurement and event management. You will learn how to coordinate business trips, process invoices and organize internal and external events - always with an eye for detail.
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Animal keeper speciali­sing in research and clinic work (m/f/d)

Do you love animals and are you interested in science? The apprenticeship as an animal keeper specialising in research and clinic work combines both! Find out more about the apprenticeship at the DKFZ, your tasks and how you can become part of an important team.
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