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INTERNSHIPS FOR PUPILS

Are you about to take the leap into professional life, but still have lots of questions? No problem! An internship at PALFINGER will help you find initial answers and discover the exciting world of technology and innovation. Find out which areas particularly fascinate you, and how you can best utilise your talents and personality. Get started on your career journey with an internship at PALFINGER and build a solid foundation for your future!
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Requirements: Completed 14th year of life
Start: individually by arrangement or as specified
Duration: individually by arrangement or as specified
Salary: by arrangement/ As specified
Contract type: Full-time/ by arrangement
Location: at one of our palfinger locations
Application: Online (via our job portal) or directly at the respective location

What you can look forward to

Our internship for pupils not only offers you the opportunity to gain initial work experience but also numerous other benefits:

  • Practical insights: You will have the opportunity to gain experience in various departments, such as Office Administration, Marketing and IT. This will help you to identify the tasks that suit you best and the career paths that might interest you.
  • Extensive support: During your internship, experienced employees will guide you and provide valuable insights into the working world. The induction will help you to quickly find your way around and start participating actively.
  • Personal development: Working in a professional team will help you to further develop your teamwork and communication skills. You will learn to take responsibility and complete tasks independently.
  • Career opportunities: An internship at PALFINGER could be your first step towards a successful career. You will have the opportunity to build a network of valuable contacts, and you may even be offered an apprenticeship or your first permanent position with us upon finishing school.

Take this opportunity to discover your skills and interests and lay an important foundation for your professional future. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

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YOUR PROSPECTS

Your internship at PALFINGER is just the start. Experience the power of innovation and teamwork first-hand, and discover the many opportunities that await you. Once you have completed your internship, there will be plenty of opportunities for you to grow with us and start your career in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment. Let's shape the future together!

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YOUR BENEFITS

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Flexible working

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Training & Development

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Healthy lunch break

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Mobility offers

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Fitness offers

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Team-Events

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Employee discounts

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Occupational health & physiotherapy

APPLICATION TIPS

Application tip: Network & research

Application tip: Make your application appealing

Application tip: Be yourself

Application tip: Tell your story

Application tip: Be curious

Frequently Asked Questions

Further information about our internships for pupils can be found here in our FAQ.

Depending on the department, pupil interns at PALFINGER support various activities. These range from administrative tasks to actively participating in a variety of projects.

We offer weekly internships in various areas during the summer months for pupils who want to gain initial work experience. To see which departments are currently looking for interns, check our job portal.

TO OUR JOBPORTAL

Working hours are generally flexible and depend on the location of your internship. The way in which you distribute your working hours is agreed with your supervisor.

The exact remuneration may vary depending on the position, how long the internship is for, and whether it is compulsory or voluntary.

Taking an internship while you are still at school gives you a unique opportunity to gain practical experience and valuable insights into the world of work. It allows you to apply what you have learnt and gain your first professional experience.

You can submit your internship application online quickly and easily. Here, you will find all the positions currently being advertised. Simply upload your CV and, if you wish, any other relevant documents. We will contact you within 10–12 working days of receiving your application.

If there is an application deadline for an internship, this will be stated in the job advertisement. Summer internship positions are published on our careers page from mid/late December onwards.

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