Apprentices and students in Germany

Explore, enhance, excel: Vocational training at Deutsche Telekom

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Last year, Deutsche Telekom once again impressively demonstrated how important the promotion of young talent is within the Group. With 1,686 dual apprenticeship and study spots, the company provided numerous young talents with a foot on the employment ladder and, at the same time, set clear priorities with regard to the recruitment of junior staff. In 2025, Deutsche Telekom again successfully filled all of its available vocational training and study spots. This emphasizes just how attractive Deutsche Telekom is as an employer for junior staff, even in an increasingly competitive applicant market. The successful filling of all spots is the result of targeted recruiting measures, a strong employer brand, as well as modern vocational training and study concepts.

Deutsche Telekom has long aligned its vocational training to the needs of the young generation. Each young talent is assigned a personal contact person for the duration of their vocational training/study. This contact accompanies the talent and holds regular development meetings with them. A further milestone was reached in 2025 with the introduction of the young talent promise, which contains binding promises regarding what the young people can expect in terms of how they are supported during their vocational training or dual study program. The young talent promise contains specific information concerning the content, frequency, and the targets associated with this support. This addresses the desire for reliability, stability, and transparency.

Digitalization plays an important role when it comes to vocational training at Deutsche Telekom. Digital media and tools enhance the process – from recruitment and professional training to the transition to permanent employment. The aim of the educational approach is to make confident use of digital technology a key element of the daily vocational training and study program routine – particularly when it comes to planning, documenting, and reflecting on personal learning progress.

A Group-wide transfer of knowledge via digital platforms is a priority in our company. Collaborative tools promote exchange, reinforce collaboration, and support the personal and professional development of the apprentices and students. They use specialized platforms to document their learning progress, to communicate with their learning and study coaches, and to independently determine their next learning steps. This approach strengthens their sense of personal responsibility and offers space for personal development.