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Training boom in Hamburg: the number of applicants is increasing, places remain empty!
In 2025, Hamburg will record an increase in training applicants and discuss reasons for unfilled positions.
Training boom in Hamburg: the number of applicants is increasing, places remain empty!
In the Hanseatic city of Hamburg, there will be an encouraging trend in the number of training applicants in 2025. Loud NDR A total of 8,077 young people applied for a training position. This corresponds to an increase of 1,039 applications or 14.8 percent compared to the previous year. Despite this positive development, there were also setbacks: The number of registered training positions is 10,182, which corresponds to a decline of 3.8 percent.
A look at the numbers makes it clear that 950 training positions are still unfilled. Around 1,400 young people are without a training place and are desperately looking for an opportunity to start their careers. The reasons are varied: Many applicants have inadequate school qualifications, lack language skills or are too inflexible when choosing a career.
Training opportunities in Hamburg
The opportunities that Hamburg's training landscape has to offer are diverse. On training.de There are numerous training programs in areas such as 3D design, healthcare and computer science. The apprenticeships range from skilled trades and nursing to IT and administration.
Need for skilled workers and future challenges
The Chamber of Crafts emphasizes the high demand for skilled workers in the air conditioning trade, which increases the urgency of better filling training positions. Employers' association UVNord and school senator Ksenija Bekeris appeal to young people to take advantage of internships to gain professional experience. DGB boss Tanja Chawla also emphasizes that a mix of training, housing options and good conditions are needed to effectively address the shortage of skilled workers.
Seen on a larger frame, shows a bump of Statista that over 690,000 people will have started vocational training in Germany in 2023. However, more than 73,000 training positions remained unfilled this year; a clear indication that unsuitable applications are often the deciding factor.
The training system in Hamburg is changing. With an increase in the number of applicants and a large number of vacancies, the signs point to change - but it remains a challenge to make optimal use of the potential of the young generation and to train the skilled workers of tomorrow.