BENTELER Training opens its doors

Paderborn, November 11, 2023. Thanks to hands-on training, nearly 2,000 visitors had the opportunity to gain inspiration at BENTELER Training’s open day on Saturday, November 11. The focus was on the trainees themselves, who prepared numerous exercises, competitions and prize draws especially for the day. For example, visitors were able to laser cut a key ring of their own design, weld a cell phone holder and even play tic-tac-toe against a robot.

“For career direction, it’s important that young people gain their own experience. Using the principle of hands-on training, we offered many activities and projects at the open day that people could participate in. This allowed young people to find out which apprenticeship is right for them by trying it out for themselves,” explains Thomas Koch, Head of Training at BENTELER.

Information about the diverse training programs at BENTELER was provided firsthand. Apprentices and trainers answered questions about careers as a mechanics, tool fitters and machinists. In addition, students and parents were able to learn about combined study programs in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, industrial engineering, accounting and finance, or international business and informatics. The professions of industrial clerk, electronics technician, mechatronics technician and IT specialist as well as materials tester and numerous retraining opportunities were also presented.

Thomas Koch explains: “In times of a shortage of skilled workers, it’s essential to develop young people into the skilled workers of tomorrow through qualified training. We are therefore focusing on training and nurturing young talent within our own ranks.”