FAQ

You can apply online through our job portal. You have the following options:  

With a candidate profile  
Do you already have a candidate profile? Please log in with your credentials to continue. If you don’t yet have a candidate profile and would like to create one, click here.  

Without a candidate profile  
If this is the first time you’re applying to Vetter, you can also submit your application without registering.  

After you’ve submitted your application through our online platform, there is no need to wait for a confirmation email. We will review your documents and get back to you. We appreciate your interest and kindly ask for your patience as we carefully review each application. 

Yes, you can apply for multiple positions at the same time through our job portal. Your application will first be reviewed for one job posting before being considered for others. 

Can’t find a position that matches your qualifications and expectations? As our company grows and our needs evolve, we regularly update our website with new job openings. It may be worth checking back later. You can also set up job alerts to receive daily updates about new vacancies.   

You can submit a general application here:   
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Vetter employees should apply for internally advertised positions through the HR portal. You can access the portal via the intranet or here.

Yes, you can be referred through our Employee Referral Program. You’ll find the relevant field in the online application form. To participate, simply enter the full name and personnel number of the Vetter employee referring you. Please note: this information must be provided at the time of application. It cannot be added later.  

Once you’ve submitted your application through our online system, there is no need to wait for a confirmation email. We will review your documents and get back to you. We appreciate your interest and kindly ask for your patience as we carefully review each application.  

Our tip: You can view the status of your application and update your information in your candidate profile.  

If you have any further questions, feel free to contact us via our application hotline.

After we receive your complete application, the HR department and the relevant department will review your documents. If your profile matches our requirements, you will be invited to a personal interview. The first interview will be attended by representatives from the hiring department and at least one HR representative.

We will get back to you as soon as soon as we have thoroughly reviewed your documents. If your profile matches the job requirements, we will invite you to a telephone, video, or on-site interview to learn more about you. The first interview will be attended by representatives from the hiring department and at least one HR representative. A successful first interview will lead to the next step in our hiring process. 

If you’re successful in the initial interview, the next step is either a second interview or an on-site Discovery Day. This is an opportunity to learn more about the responsibilities of the position and meet your potential future colleagues. If you’re applying for a management position, you may also be invited to attend an additional assessment center. We will inform you about this during your initial interview. 

As a leading international pharmaceutical service provider, we are adhere to strict guidelines when manufacturing medicines. For certain positions, we conduct a custom pre-employment medical evaluation to ensure meet the requirements for the role. With your consent, our Company Physician Services (CPS) will carry out the examination. We will then receive a certificate confirming whether or not we can hire you for the intended position. Throughout the process, we strictly comply with data privacy regulations to protect your personal information. All medical examinations  and related details, of course, subject to medical confidentiality. 

If the hiring department expresses a strong interest in having you join the team, and CPS gives their approval, your application will be considered successful. We’ll then extend you an offer of employment and officially welcome you to Vetter! And we truly mean it: our onboarding process is designed to help you settle in and quickly feel at home. Even after onboarding, we’ll continue to support you whenever you need us.

Simply send us your CV and any relevant certificates or diplomas. A cover letter is not necessary. Applying for our production job vacancies is even easier! You can apply to these roles without submitting any documents! However, providing us with your resume and up-to-date certificates will help us evaluate your application more effectively.

The maximum file size is 5 MB each. We recommend that you combine your documents into one file and upload it in a standard file format, such as a PDF.

A cover letter is not required. However, if you choose to include one with your application, please send it to the contact person listed in the job posting. If no contact is listed, you can use the formal salutation “Dear Sir or Madam.”

There is no limit to the number of documents you can submit. Please only upload documents that are relevant to the respective role(s).

Yes, you can—if you are applying to Vetter for the first time and have not yet created a candidate profile with your email address. You can submit your application documents by clicking on the "Apply now—without a candidate profile" button directly in the job posting. After you have submitted your application, we will create a candidate profile for you. You will receive an initial password by email, which you’ll be asked to change the first time you log in. You then have full access to your profile and can view and update your details at any time.  

Note for applicants who are already registered:  
If you already have a candidate profile with us, please use the "Apply now—with a candidate profile" button in the job posting. You can also complete your initial registration here if you do not yet have a candidate profile.  

Your data will be stored for twelve months after your last login.

For data protection reasons, you may choose whether we use your data for job positions worldwide, in your country of residence, or only for the position(s) to which you have applied. Please note that Vetter has locations in Germany, Austria, and the United States. If you are a resident in one of these countries, you should only select the second option. Otherwise, we will not be able to use your profile data. 

Yes, you can save your data and return later to edit and submit it. To access your saved application, go to your candidate profile, select the "Job management" tab and then click on "Saved applications." 

Changes made to the "My profile" section will not be reflected in applications that have already been submitted. You also cannot modify the "Resume" and "Cover letter" documents once they have been submitted. 

You can go to the “My profile” tab and delete your profile at any time. Please be advised that deleting your data will automatically withdraw your application(s). If you need assistance deleting your profile, please contact personal@vetter-pharma.com.

Yes, you can. However, this depends on the position in question. Please refer to the relevant job posting for information on the qualifications needed for the role. 

We are delighted that you are interested in joining our company and are happy to support you with your application. Of course, we also offer exciting prospects for those educated outside of Germany. To help us better understand your qualifications, please help us by providing a certified translation of your educational certificates into German. You can obtain this from a sworn translator.  

Please upload the translation to your candidate profile on our job portal. We will then review your documents and show you possible career paths at Vetter. If you have any further questions, you can also contact us via our application hotline.

 

We are pleased that you would like to become part of our firm and look forward to supporting you with your application. Of course, we also offer exciting prospects to those who have studied outside of the EU. To help us better classify your degree, please provide us with verification. Visit the Anabin database and search for your degree. Take a screenshot of the results and upload it to your candidate profile on our job portal.  

Please also upload your other application documents and a translation of your academic certificates in German or English. We will then review your documents and show you possible career paths at Vetter. If you have any further questions, you can also contact us via our application hotline. 

Of course! It gives you the opportunity to get a first impression of Vetter. By doing a high school internship, you will get insight into many of our company’s specialized areas.
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Make your vacation meaningful and gain an insight into our company! You can apply for seasonal work here:
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At the end of your internship, you will receive a certificate confirming your participation.

Do you need to show proof of your internship before it starts?

You will receive all the important details about your internship in your welcome email. You can use it as official confirmation for your school. Please be advised that we are unable to provide additional certificates or fill out confirmation forms. If your teacher has any questions, they are welcome to contact us.

To participate in the application process, applicants under the age of 16 are legally required to submit a declaration of consent for data processing from a parent or guardian. Please include this signed form with your application documents.   
 
Without it, we will be unable to process your application.

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Do you have questions about internships or career exploration? We’re happy to help! Marlies Schmid is your contact for all topics relating to school student internships and career exploration. We look forward to hearing from you!  
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This is quick and easy to do online via our job portal. There you will find all the positions for school students and can then start your application by clicking on your desired position.

Apprenticeships at Vetter start every year on September 1st. You can find new apprenticeships on our job portal a year before they start, beginning in June. As long as an apprenticeship position is advertised, you can apply for it. Once positions are filled, they are no longer displayed on the portal.

You can upload the following documents to your application in the candidate profile:  

• Resume  
• Certificates  
• Including a cover letter helps us to get to know you better and increases your chances of being invited to an interview. 

We know that feeling well. With so many options, it’s not easy to choose. An apprenticeship should be enjoyable and align with your strengths and interests. The best way to learn more is to read the job descriptions on our School Students Page. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our instructors. You can find their contact information here.  

You can find the available positions for the next apprenticeship start date on our job portal. If your desired apprenticeship or field of study is not listed, activate the "Job Notification" feature in your candidate profile. You will be notified as soon as a relevant position is posted.
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Our new positions will be available on the job portal in May or early June of the previous year. You can apply for a position as long as it is advertised.

Once the positions are filled, they will no longer appear on the job portal. 

To participate in the application process, applicants under the age of 16 are legally required to submit a declaration of consent for data processing from a parent or guardian. Please include this signed form with your application documents.  

Without it, we will be unable to process your application.

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Are there more questions you’d like to ask about our apprenticeships? We’re happy to help! You can find the contact information for all apprenticeships here. We look forward to hearing from you! 

It’s quick and easy to apply online via our job portal. There you will find all the positions for school students. To start your application, simply click on the desired role.

The dual study program begins on September 1 each year. Open positions become available on our job portal in June of the previous year. You can apply for a position as long as it is advertised. Once a position is filled, it is no longer displayed on the job portal.

You can upload the following documents to your profile:

• Resume  
• Certificates  
• Cover letter. While not required, it allows us to get to know you better and can increase your chances. 

We understand. It’s not always easy to find the right course of study. That’s why we provide detailed descriptions of the various training professions and degree programs on our Apprenticeships page. Take your time to read through them—and if you have further questions, contact our instructors. You can find their contact details here.

Are there more questions you’d like to ask about the dual study program? We’re happy to help! Your contact for all matters relating to dual study programs is Carina Spannenkrebs. We look forward to hearing from you!

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You can quickly and easily apply for advertised positions online via our job portal. Please note that, for data protection reasons, we cannot process applications sent by email. If you have any questions about your application, however, please feel free to contact us by email.  

Can’t find a role that would be a good fit for you? Then we look forward to receiving your open application via "Open internship application" or "Open thesis application". 

Our internships typically last six months. They alway starts at the beginning of the semester, in September and March. We’re also happy to allow you to start at a different time, however. Simply state this in your application.  

Our internships are published six months before they begin, i.e., at the beginning of March and September. There is no application deadline. The positions remain open until filled. 

We look forward to providing you a practical insight into our work at Vetter. You can complete a mandatory or voluntary internship, work as a student trainee, or write your thesis with us. For more detailed information about our opportunities for college students, please click here. 

You can upload the following documents (as PDFs) to your candidate profile:  

• Resume  
• Certificates  
• Cover letter. While not required, it allows us to get to know you better and learn more about your motivation and interests. This can increase your chances. 

We offer suitable internships, theses and entry-level positions for almost every degree program, so it's worth taking a look at our job portal! In a brief decision-making guide, we have outlined which disciplines are suitable for which career paths. 

You can find the available positions for the next start date in our job portal. If your desired internship or field of study is not included, activate the "Job Notification" function in your profile. You will be notified as soon as a relevant role is posted.

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Yes, absolutely! Our internships are aimed at graduates, too. Being enrolled at a university is not a prerequisite, and a voluntary internship is always possible.

Once we receive your application, we will take the time to review it together with the relevant department. If you impress us, we will invite you to a virtual interview as soon as possible. Colleagues from the internship support team and the specialist department will take part. Following the interview, you can let us know whether you are still interested in the internship—and we will also coordinate internally and get back to you with our decision. Of course, we try to do all this as quickly as possible. In any case, we will always keep you up to date.

Do you have further questions about internships, theses or working student jobs? We are here for you. Your contact person for all topics is Dorothe Prestel. We look forward to hearing from you.

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