Numerous checkpoints, one goal: Enthusiasm for apprenticeships
At 19 interactive checkpoints, PALFINGER apprentices and the team of trainers presented the full range of apprenticeships on offer, from metal technician and mechatronics engineer, to vehicle constructor and industrial business management assistant. Highlights included operating cranes, 3D printing, programming robots, and creative tasks on the CNC machining center, which mills and drills complex components with maximum precision.
In addition to the hands-on experience, around 300 visitors received in-depth information on the many training opportunities offered by PALFINGER. These range from “Lehre mit Matura” (an apprenticeship with school-leaving certificate) and the Dual Academy, to participation in apprenticeship competitions and bonuses for special achievements, and extend to international career paths within the globally active technology company. Anyone seeking detailed information about the application process was provided with all the answers on site. In autumn 2026, 25 young people will start their apprenticeship at PALFINGER in Lengau across a wide range of job profiles. On the way there, a two-day internship and an entrance test await all applicants.
Award-winning apprenticeships: PALFINGER is one of the top 3 companies in Upper Austria
In November, PALFINGER was once again awarded the ineo apprenticeship quality seal by the Upper Austrian Chamber of Commerce, making it one of the top three training companies in the category of large enterprises. The quality seal stands for innovation, sustainability, commitment and orientation and is awarded to companies that offer outstanding apprenticeship training.
Apprenticeship with passion, education with a future
With its ultra-modern campus in Lengau, PALFINGER offers a future-focused training environment: digitally connected, hands-on, and individually supervised. 124 apprentices are currently undergoing training in 16 different professions. Since 1993, more than 95 percent of all apprentices have remained with the company. Thanks to extensive opportunities for further education, many of them have advanced their careers and now shape the future of PALFINGER in positions of responsibility – both in Austria and at international locations.
