Career choice1 min«I think it's cool to work outside and inside»Silas Peter is in his 3rd year of training as a tinsmith. Metals, sheet metal, lead - working with different materials is his great passion.
Career choice4 minCareer choice: What are they doing today?Ten years have passed since the start of their careers. Three of those portrayed tell us how they have fared in their profession.
Career choice2 minApprenticeship: How do I get off to a good start?Starting an apprenticeship is a big step. What helps to overcome this hurdle? Two apprentices and a vocational trainer report.
Career choice5 minHow do I get to know professions?During a taster apprenticeship, apprenticeship seekers experience a profession up close and feel the atmosphere in the company - in short, a reality check.
Career choice7 minHow do I introduce myself?Whether an application for an apprenticeship is successful depends on many factors. Four training managers reveal what they look out for.
Career choice1 minCareer choice: «I was totally blocked at the age of 13»Lea Schefer, 15, didn't know what she wanted to be for a long time. Then she took a strategic approach to her career choice - and found her dream apprenticeship.
Career choice2 minThe academic path: university professionsThese professions require a degree from a university, ETH or a university of applied sciences.
Career choice3 minCareer choice: These aptitude tests are availableWhich professions suit me? Will my skills come into play in my chosen profession? The following tests provide answers.
Career choice10 minCareer choice: Who is responsible for what?Many young people find it difficult to make a career choice. For Lea Schefer, the path to finding an apprenticeship was also full of hurdles.
ADHD6 minVocational training is also possible with an impairmentWith the right support, young people with ADHD or other cognitive challenges can also find their way into working life.
Career choice4 min«Parents must put their child at the centre»Choosing a career is teamwork. Careers counsellor Lars Hering on the different career ideas of parents and young people.
Career choice7 min«Young people want to feel good at work»What does Generation Z expect from their training company? Market researcher Yannick Blättler knows their needs as well as those of companies.
Career choice2 min10 tips for a convincing applicationWhy you should send an application to yourself first - and the best way to keep track of your documents.
Career choice1 min«It is a privilege to support women during childbirth»21-year-old Julia Noth is in her 4th semester of midwifery studies. After completing her A-levels, she realised that midwifery was her dream job.
Career choice1 min«I want to make customers happy with my ideas»Dominic Koch (16) is in his 2nd year of training as a florist. In his profession, he can live out his creativity. He would like to open a shop later on.
Career choice1 min«As my job is new, I couldn't get a taste of it anywhere»Mylène Fleury, 16, is learning a profession that doesn't yet exist: She will become a digital business developer EFZ.
Career choice2 min«I advise against cancelling the apprenticeship»Expert Peter Heiniger knows the demands of Generation Z and knows when it makes sense to grit your teeth during your apprenticeship.
Career choice6 minWhich way is mine?After the ninth school year, young people have many options open to them. They can transfer to a secondary school or immerse themselves in the world of work through an apprenticeship.
Career choice1 min«I owe my current job to my teacher»Melina Bossart is training to become an EFZ bookseller. How it came about and what she particularly loves about her job.
Career choice3 minInterim solution: How do I gain time?If you are unable to start an apprenticeship after leaving school, there are many valuable and experience-rich interim solutions.
Career choice2 minWhere do I feel comfortable?The atmosphere in the training organisation and respectful interaction are crucial for a successful apprenticeship.
Career choice1 min«I want to give my dream a chance»Simey Ahenk is pursuing his dream of making art. Find out how he combines his career aspirations with a secure apprenticeship.
Career choice2 min«Small talk creates a pleasant atmosphere»Tips from careers counsellor Erika Deiss: How to make a job interview a success - even for shy apprenticeship seekers.
Career choice4 minKV reform: «We want to focus on the strengths of apprentices»Last year, the biggest reform of commercial apprenticeships came into force. Kathrin Ziltener explains what apprentices can expect from the basic training programme.
