Science apprenticeship

Your future: producing and analysing the medicines of tomorrow

Apprenticeship vacancies

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Are you fascinated by science, especially chemical processes? And you want to use this fascination to help people all over the world with medicines? Then an apprenticeship as a chemical laboratory technician or pharmaceutical technician (m/f/d) at Vetter might be just the right thing for you. So, put on your safety goggles – and welcome to Vetter!

Are you the person for the job?

Vetter is the right place for you in the natural sciences if:

  • you are fascinated by chemical processes and the production of medicines
  • you like to work practically - and with great care and precision
  • you are looking for a meaningful job and would like to help provide patients with important medication
  • your favourite subjects at school are or were physics, chemistry or mathematics
Our scientific apprenticeships

You like to be precise? Then this is the apprenticeship that's just right for you:

Pharmaceutical technician (m/w/d)

What makes the job

  • As a pharmaceutical technician, you will produce medicines from various active ingredients. To do this, you will use automated machines and systems to produce and package medicines.
  • You document the production process and carry out quality controls.
  • In this way, you ensure that the medication reaches the patients in perfect condition.

What you learn with us

  • During your three-year training programme, you will learn about the different pharmaceutical forms and how to prepare them.
  • You will familiarise yourself with all areas at Vetter that the products also pass through, such as incoming goods, production and packaging. And you will explore the exciting field of process development.

You can then look forwar do these career opportunities

  • Industrial foreman pharmacy or chemistry (m/f/d)
  • Technician (m/f/d)
  • Part-time Bachelor's degree programme (with entrance qualification for universities of applied sciences or general qualification for university)

Your remuneration

  • 1st year of training: €1,161
  • 2nd year of training: €1,233
  • 3rd year of training: €1,325

Your working hours

  • Flextime
  • 40 h per week

Your holiday entitlement

  • 30 days per year

Your requirements

  • Secondary school graduation certificate
  • Scientific interests
  • Open-mindedness, commitment and a quick grasp of things

Training start and period

  • Start of training: September
  • Duration of apprenticeship: 3 years

Location and vocational school

  • Training location at Vetter: Ravensburg and Langenargen
  • Vocational school lessons: You attend the Karl Arnold School in Biberach in blocks

Apply now

Chemical laboratory technician (m/f/d)

What makes the job

  • As a chemical laboratory technician, you will prepare chemical analyses and carry them out precisely. You will analyse chemical mixtures using state-of-the-art analytical equipment.
  • You will also document your work reliably and analyse the recorded results.

What you learn with us

  • During your three-year training programme, you will work in all of Vetter's different laboratories and with their special analysis methods.
  • You will learn how essential quality control is and how it helps us to produce vital medicines flawlessly and reliably.

What you can do with it

  • Industrial foreman pharmacy or chemistry (m/f/d)
  • Technician (m/f/d)
  • Part-time Bachelor's degree programme (with entrance qualification for universities of applied sciences or general qualification for university)

Your remuneration

  • 1st year of training: €1,161
  • 2nd year of training: €1,233
  • 3rd year of training: €1,325

Your working hours

  • Flextime
  • 40 h per week

Your holiday entitlement

  • 30 days per year

Your requirements

  • Secondary school graduation certificate
  • Scientific interests
  • Open-mindedness, commitment and a quick grasp of things

Training start and period

  • Start of training: September
  • Duration of apprenticeship: 3 years

Location and vocational school

  • Location of your apprenticeship at Vetter: Ravensburg
  • Vocational school lessons: You attend the Karl Arnold School in Biberach in blocks

Apply now

Your advantages of a science apprenticeship

That's why the chemistry at Vetter is right:

Apprenticeship centre

In our ultra-modern apprenticeship centre, you can produce almost all forms of medication on state-of-the-art equipment – from emulsions to tablets. This is the best way to prepare for your exams.

Apprentice project

Try it out for yourself in the third year of training, you can independently develop formulas in a apprentice project and then carry out pharmaceutical or chemical processes. You organise yourself with other apprentices and can go your own way.

A look into pharmaceutical production

During your three-year apprenticeship, you will work in various departments. This will give you a valuable insight into pharmaceutical production and the interrelationships between individual areas.

Apprentice insights

Apprenticeship? We can! Boredom not so much.

Chemielaborant-Azubi Nicolas fährt in seiner Freizeit gern Mountainbike

Jumping higher. And moving further ahead.

Nicolas took on an apprenticeship as a pharmaceutical technician. He does downhill mountain biking in his spare time. How do his work and hobby intersect? He tells us in this interview.

Get to know Nicolas

Your benefits of an apprenticeship at Vetter

Why Vetter? After all, your future is at stake!

  • Your benefits

    Attractive apprenticeship compensation & Training Center

    • It's worth doing good at Vetter. Because during your apprenticeship, you will receive a good salary right from the start – and your own laptop, among other things.
    • In our state-of-the-art training center, you can use the latest equipment to produce almost all forms of medication – from emulsions to tablets. This will give you the best possible preparation for your exams.
    • With us, you receive a monthly €50 subsidy for the varied and diverse food in our company restaurants.
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  • Your benefits

    Working with purpose and concept & Doing good

    • We share your values: We live sustainability, diversity and humanity - and we take responsibility for society and the environment.
    • Vetter goes social. With theis program for apprentices and dual students we support and promote your volunteer work.
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  • Your benefits

    Takeover opportunities & Further development

    • Trust in yourself and your skills: Get started! We trust in you and your skills, which is why you will be able to work with us from the outset and quickly take on responsibility in your area.
    • Good prospects: We offer you good chances of being taken on after your apprenticeship – and support you in the long term with many opportunities for further development.
    • There's more to it: If you want to go even higher after your apprenticeship or studies, we offer you many opportunities with the Trainee Master's programme and in-service training.
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  • Your benefits

    For your work-life balance

    • A powerful thing! With our EGYM Wellpass, you can take advantage of numerous sports and fitness offers at super low prices – and with no limits!
    • For us, work-life balance is more than just a trendy buzzword. It's a promise to you. With 30 days' holiday and lots of offers, we help you achieve a healthy work-life balance.
  • Your benefits

    Always there for you & Apprentice community

    • We won't let you down. Experienced trainers are always there for you and your questions. And experienced apprentices are on hand to offer advice and support as apprenticeship mentors.
    • Exchange and events for apprentices & dual students: Arrive and make connections – with cool events for apprentices and dual students. For example, at our apprentice welcome days with introductions and a whole week of team building.

Auszubildende Leonie wird Pharmakantin bei Vetter und steht in Reinraumkleidung vor dem Labor

Chemistry has always been close to my heart, I went to a biotechnological high school. Then I became aware of Vetter and immediately thought: this apprenticeship is perfect!

Leonie Siebold, pharmaceutical technician apprentice

My first 100 days at Vetter

Your path to an apprenticeship – here's how it works

Applying for your apprenticeship is of course very exciting. Nevertheless, we try to make it as relaxed as possible – and this is how we do it:

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Find a suitable position

Found an open apprenticeship position in our job portal? Then simply click on the “Apply now” button. You can register and create a candidate profile straight away.

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Upload documents and apply

Now you can upload your CV and references in the candidate profile. A letter of motivation is not a must – but it helps us to get to know you and your goals better. If we like your application, we will invite you to an interview at our premises.

Interview

We want to get to know you personally in the interview – and you can now ask all the questions you still have. Don't worry: we want you to feel comfortable with us and value a relaxed atmosphere. In the subsequent apprenticeship talk, you can ask questions of an apprentice from your area.

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Feedback

Now it's time to be patient! After all, it can take some time before we receive the final response, as we want to check all applications very thoroughly. But we will do our best to send you our final feedback as soon as possible.

How to convince us

Tips for your application

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  • With your application documents, you show us who you are and what makes you special in a clear and concise way. We are therefore pleased if you think of everything and the documents give a good picture of you.
  • The good news is that you don't need a letter of motivation for your application. If you send us one anyway, we can of course find out even more about you. So if you would like to tell us why you would like to work in this profession, we will get to know you better. This can increase your chances…
  • ... and maybe we'll invite you to an interview. We look forward to getting to know you and your professional ambitions. If you are well informed about our company and the apprenticeship programme, you will be able to ask us about anything that is on your mind.
  • Above all, we want to get to know you and find out more about you as a person. What's the best way to do this? Exactly: completely relaxed and authentic.

Frequently asked questions about apprenticeship & application

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Is the chemistry right?

Start your future with purpose – with an apprenticeship at Vetter

A chemical laboratory assistant or pharmaceutical technician apprenticeship (m/f/d) is your path to the future? Then take the first step now. We look forward to meeting you!

Apply now

Or ask our trainers in the natural sciences directly:

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Eva-Maria Stotz

My area: scientific apprenticeships

“For me, apprenticeship means accompanying the first steps of young people into a successful future.”
Write an email now

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Lisa Florian

My area: scientific apprenticeships

“I particularly enjoy helping people develop and making learning fun.”
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Michaela Birkenmaier

My area: Chemical apprenticeships

“For me, apprenticeship means: the future! Accompanying and supporting young people in their professional development. Apprenticeships are the basis for personal growth and success.”
Write an email now

Hanna Gindele

My area: chemical apprenticeships

“I enjoy supporting the personal development of the apprentices and making the start of a successful career exciting and fun.”
Write an email now

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Commercial areas

During your commercial training, you will learn how to manage figures and lead a company to success. A fascinating training program with great prospects.

Technology

If you are particularly enthusiastic about technology, one of the technical professions at Vetter is also worth a look.

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IT

If your heart beats for bits, bytes and computing power, an apprenticeship in IT will make you happy – and ready for a varied career.

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Dual Study Programs

Do you want the concentrated know-how of a university degree, but also practical experience on the job? Find out more about the dual study program at Vetter.