Apprenticeships in Upper Austria: Fewer young people choose the apprenticeship!

Apprenticeships in Upper Austria: Fewer young people choose the apprenticeship!

Oberösterreich, Österreich - In 2024, over 6,300 apprentices started in Upper Austria - a decrease of six percent compared to the previous year, as the Chamber of Commerce reports. Almost every second adolescent decides on an apprenticeship, whereby professions in metal, electrical and vehicle technology as well as in retail are popular with male apprentices. The female apprentices are also very popular with retail, office and hairdressers, while metal technology is increasingly establishing themselves among the most sought -after professions. The decline of 205 apprentices in industry and around 144 in the commercial and craft professions is particularly remarkable.

diverse training offers and modern teachings

Despite the economic challenges, there are also positive developments: The number of open apprenticeships in the field of tourism and leisure industry has increased, and according to Doris Hummer, the President of the Chamber of Commerce, over 1,600 apprenticeships in Upper Austria are offered. Interested young people can choose their desired apprenticeship from over 200 different apprenticeships. Innovative professions such as fiber composite technicians or climate gardeners have been introduced, which illustrates the modern training standards of the region.

The search for an apprenticeship is easier thanks to various offers. According to wko.at , young people should start searching a year before the desired apprenticeship. The apprenticeship exchange from WKO and AMS offers a central point of contact for the research of free apprenticeships. Professional information centers (BIZ) also support with applications and provide information about training companies. The best chances of securing a teaching place offer so -called trial teachings, which are often organized by schools. These practical days enable students to get to know different professions and areas. In addition, individual interests and potential can be discussed in concrete terms through professional professional advice from the Chamber of Commerce.