In Germany, employers found the solution to the worker shortage in training the personnel to be employed. The 'Dual System', which has been implemented in Germany for many years, offers new opportunities to those who want to live and have a profession in this country. Stating that trainees are sought for vocational training in every field from carpenter to electrician, Jobstas.com Corporate Communications Manager Ertuğrul Uzun said, “Citizens go to work 3 days a week and to vocational school 2 days a week regarding the field of specialization they want. This situation lasts for 3 years. At the beginning of the training, they receive a salary of 1.200 euros. This number is increasing over time,” he said.
Due to the aging of the population in Germany, there is a growing shortage of workers in many sectors. The current shortage of employees, which stands at 2 million, is expected to reach 2030 million by 3. So much so that one out of every two businesses in the country is looking for an employee. After this situation, the country is preparing to open its doors for foreign workers. Germany is waiting for not only qualified personnel but also those who want to have a profession, within the framework of the 'Dual System'.
“You Can Earn While Learning”
Ertuğrul Uzun, Corporate Communications Manager of Jobstas.com, which brings together employers in Germany and workers in Turkey, explained how the system works: “Within the scope of this program, citizens are directed to work in a specific field. Persons; They work as apprentices in that field for 3 years, 2 days at school and 3 days at work. The system, which offers practical and theoretical education together, enables you to earn while learning. If the salary is insufficient during the working period, the company also helps to cover the living expenses of the people. A certain level of German is required for the program that anyone aged 18 and over can apply.”
“There Are 259 Thousand Vacancies for Vocational Education”
Stating that there are 259 thousand gaps for vocational education, Uzun continued his words as follows: “There are gaps in every profession. You can even get vocational training to enter government office. Trainees start their vocational training with an average salary of 1.200 Euros. Along with the vocational education here, you can go to university education in the evenings. The application of the system is like normal job search processes. However, it should be stated as vocational training in the system.”