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Oberberg's best trainees: IHK recognizes top performance in 2025!
On October 7th, 2025, the best trainees in the Rhein-Erft district were honored in the Musical Dome, a significant recognition for young talents.
Oberberg's best trainees: IHK recognizes top performance in 2025!
On Monday evening there was another big celebration in the Musical Dome in Cologne. The IHK Cologne honored the 363 best trainees of the year at a celebratory event. A real highlight that also brought together the 41 young skilled workers and 30 companies from the Oberberg district. Over 1,000 guests applauded when Cologne Chamber of Industry and Commerce President Dr. Nicole Grünewald recognized the achievements of the trainees. It is a recognition that is particularly important in times of economic uncertainty.
The 8,985 trainees who completed their training in around 150 professions in the IHK Cologne district show how important good training and committed specialists are. The Kampf company from Wiehl, whose managing director Rike Johnsen personally attended the celebration, is also one of the companies honored. Certificates were given by Dr. Grünewald and her executive board members, while the many trainers and over 5,000 examiners were recognized for their valuable commitment.
Wellness for training
The event got off to a lively start with a performance by the “Fauth Dance Company”, which created a good atmosphere. This shows that training is not only about hard work, but also joy and community. In an ever-changing job market, it is crucial to have well-trained professionals. The IHK Cologne offers a training atlas in which young people can find out about training companies and their offers. A practical step before applying for a training position.
Desirable locations for training positions include: Cologne, Leverkusen, Bergisch Gladbach and Wiehl. The professions are diverse; From plant mechanics to bank clerks to cutting machine operators, there is a wide selection of apprenticeships. Here everyone can get an overview and find the right training position. The current IHK apprenticeship exchange is an important tool for an uncomplicated search.
Looking for the right training
It is particularly important to ask the company whether there are still training positions available before applying. The variety of professions covers many industries, so there should be something for everyone - even if you may not immediately know where the path should lead. The professions range from cooks to IT specialists to professional drivers, all of which are important for the economy.
Overall, the award from the IHK Cologne shows how valuable training is and how the commitment of young specialists affects the future of the regional economy. The award-winning trainees are not only role models, but also top performers for the next generation. A warm congratulations to all of the award winners and a thank you to the companies whose expertise and support are helping to train the talents of tomorrow. As the IHK President says in the media, the appreciation for training is increasingly reaching other areas of society. It remains exciting to see how the situation will develop in the coming years.
oberberg-aktuell.de and tibros.ihk-koeln.de report on current developments and opportunities in the area of training and further education.