Student traineeships at Festo

Because theory is best when put into practice

The world of automation technology is a paradise for those with a thirst for knowledge: there’s plenty of scope for technophiles and lateral and unconventional thinkers. This is where theory meets practice. Take a peek behind the scenes and enhance your studies with a traineeship at Festo. You can do this in Germany or at one of our international Festo companies. We welcome prospective engineers and university students from a wide range of fields at our locations around the world.

Requirements

Enrolment at a college or university
Ability to work independently and responsibly
A high level of commitment and the ability to grasp things quickly
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office
A high capacity for teamwork
Relevant language skills are required for traineeships in an international setting

Duration of traineeship

The duration of the traineeship is based on the student’s conditions of study. The maximum duration is three months for voluntary traineeships. Delving into different areas is normally not possible in this case. You should ideally apply three to six months before you want your traineeship to begin. Short-term traineeship opportunities may also be available on occasion.

Key points

We are often looking for trainees in the following areas:

Research
Development and design
Testing
Product management
Marketing
Information technology
Finance
Human resources
Corporate communication
Corporate media
Corporate design

Advantages

Your chance to be right in the thick of things: integration in a team and involvement in ongoing projects
Space to put forward your own ideas and work independently
The chance to ‘try out’ which areas of work suit you best
The opportunity to develop your own network and exchange knowledge and experiences at regular trainee get-togethers
Fair compensation for the traineeship
The chance to continue your work as a student employee or to work on your thesis or dissertation at Festo

International traineeships

International experience is a key factor for success in the world of work. On a traineeship abroad, you soon become acquainted with different ways of thinking and working. You can benefit from intercultural exchange with colleagues from all over the world and establish your own network for your later career. Demonstrate your initiative and apply to the national Festo company that interests you, provided that you meet the following requirements: