- Company: Continental
- Location: Korbach, HESSEN, DE
- Full Time
- Korbach, HESSEN, DE
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Continental at a glance
continental.com- Founded 1871
- Employees 220137
- Ticker CON
- Revenue (FY2025) $2.16B
- Net income $166.41M
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Join Continental as a Plastics and Rubber Technologist apprentice in Korbach, Germany, and begin a rewarding vocational training programme with one of the world's leading automotive technology suppliers.
About This Position
Continental is seeking ambitious individuals to undertake a comprehensive Berufsausbildung (vocational apprenticeship) as a Kunststoff- und Kautschuktechnologe (Plastics and Rubber Technologist). This full-time, structured training programme spans approximately three years and combines hands-on experience at our Korbach facility with theoretical instruction. You will develop practical expertise in plastics and rubber manufacturing, preparing you for a technical career in the automotive and industrial sectors.
Your Responsibilities
During your apprenticeship, you will:
- Master the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment used in plastics and rubber production
- Learn material testing, quality control procedures, and industry-standard inspection techniques
- Participate in production workflows, gaining experience in processing, forming, and finishing materials
- Assist in preparing workstations and managing raw materials according to safety and quality standards
- Support senior technicians and engineers in optimising production processes and efficiency
- Develop proficiency in reading technical drawings, specifications, and production documentation
What We're Looking For
We welcome candidates who meet these criteria:
- Secondary school leaving qualification (Hauptschulabschluss or Realschulabschluss or equivalent)
- Strong interest in manufacturing, materials science, and technical problem-solving
- Reliable, safety-conscious attitude with attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and follow instruction
- Basic mathematical and technical understanding
- Willingness to learn continuously and adapt to new processes
Why Join Continental
Continental is a global leader in automotive technology, mobility solutions, and industrial applications. As an apprentice with us in Korbach, you will receive formal training recognised across Germany, access to mentorship from experienced technicians, exposure to cutting-edge manufacturing technology, and genuine pathways into permanent technical roles upon successful completion of your apprenticeship.
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Hesse or Hessen, officially the State of Hesse, is a landlocked state in Germany. Its capital city is Wiesbaden, and the largest urban area is Frankfurt am Main, which is also the country's principal financial centre. Two other major historic cities are Darmstadt and Kassel. With an area of 21,114.73 square kilometers and a population of over six million, it ranks seventh and fifth, respectively,
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National unemployment rate in Germany: 3.7% — via World Bank
Wage growth in Germany (year over year): 3.4% — via Eurostat
GDP per capita in Germany: $60,496 — via World Bank
Consumer price inflation in Germany: 2.2% (annual) — via World Bank
Real GDP growth in Germany: 0.2% (annual) — via World Bank
Statutory minimum wage in Germany: €2,343/month — via Eurostat
Cost of living in Germany: 9.1% above the EU average — via Eurostat
Job vacancy rate in Germany: 2.8% — via Eurostat
Average hours worked per year in Germany: 1,332 — via OECD
- Elevation 373m (1,224 ft)
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- Role Berufsausbildung – Kunststoff- und Kautschuktechnologe (m/w/d)
- Employer Continental
- Location Korbach, HESSEN, DE
- Type Full Time
- Posted July 1, 2026
- Apply by 2026-08-10
- Country context Germany
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