Make the most of theory and practice
Looking for an unique opportunity to develop your skills? The Airbus Dual Study programme across many locations in Germany sounds just right for you!
Whether you fancy working in technology, IT or business, our Dual Study programmes combine exciting day-to-day work in a world-famous aerospace company with a respected course of study.
Discover our various training offers and their many advantages, from work experience and key qualifications to professional network.
What’s in it for you?
Dual Study benefits
Our Airzubi share their experience
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From your first day, to your first job
A structured programme
Our Dual Study programme opens up a world of diverse career opportunities, tailored to your individual path.
- The programme is rich and engaging from day one, starting with an introductory week alongside your fellow AIRzubi colleagues, emphasising our commitment to teamwork.
- During your training, you will gain practical experience, offering direct insight into your future field of work. Meanwhile, you will acquire theoretical knowledge through lectures at selected universities and colleges.
Choose your squad
Our range of courses
Technology Dual Study programmes
Our range of courses in technology takes into account the latest developments and research topics in the aerospace industry.
Safety and sustainability are among our top topics and determine our daily thoughts and actions. As part of your dual study program, you will deal with diverse subjects - from research and development to construction and optimization: you will be prepared for exciting tasks!
You usually complete your dual studies in the field of technology with a Bachelor or Master of Engineering (d/m/f). If integrated into your training, an IHK qualification is also attainable.
IT Dual Study programmes
From applied computer science to computer engineering, to business information technology and IT security, there is a Dual Study programme at Airbus for almost all IT enthusiasts.
This course will give you excellent qualifications for a wide range of tasks in computer science and other production-related departments. For example, you will develop software for business processes and work on the digitalization of Airbus.
Join us and get the opportunity to acquire in-depth knowledge of information technology in an international company!
Business Dual Study programmes
From planning production to developing new procurement strategies, the tasks awaiting you on a business Dual Study programme are very diverse!
Depending on your interests, you will have the chance to actively shape the course of your program (focusing on human resources, procurement, finance, controlling, logistics) or why not join a partner university abroad (England, France, Spain, China, Canada, USA).
As well as theory, you will be involved in day-to-day Airbus activities such as purchasing and engineering, quality or production. The perfect way to kickstart your career in economics!
Visit our training centers in Germany
Explore our 15 training sites across Germany
Our locations
Augsburg/Varel
Company/Division: Premium AEROTEC
Number of employees: approx. 3500 Augsburg, approx. 1,400 Varel
Number of AIRzubis: approx. 145 Augsburg, approx. 100 Varel
Premium AEROTEC focuses on the production and assembly of fuselage parts and heavy-duty structural components for civil and military programmes.
Application for Augsburg by e-mail: augsburg.ausbildung (at) airbus.com
Please enclose your last two school reports with your application in addition to your annual report.
Application for Varel by e-mail: ausbildung.varel (at) airbus.com
Please enclose your last school report with your application
Backnang
Company/Division: TESAT
Number of employees: approx. 1,000
Number of AIRzubis: approx. 30
Backnang is home to TESAT, an independent subsidiary of Airbus. Around 1,000 employees develop, manufacture, integrate and test satellite communications systems and equipment on our 60,000 m² site. To put this in perspective, more than half of all telecommunications satellites in orbit are equipped with TESAT devices.
For any questions about apprenticeship and dual study programmes, contact us.
Bremen
Company/Division: Airbus Commercial Aircraft, Airbus Defence and Space, Testia, ArianeGroup
Number of employees: approx. 4,500
Number of AIRzubis: approx. 300
Bremen is Germany's second-largest aerospace site, develops and produces lift systems and landing flaps and wing equipment for all aircraft. The site serves as a global hub for the repair of damaged components, and is home to Airbus' materials development and testing centre.
For any questions about apprenticeship and dual study programmes, contact us.
Buxtehude
Company/Division: Airbus Commercial, KID-Systeme GmbH
Number of employees: approx. 400
Number of AIRzubis: approx. 35
A Buxtehude heart beats in every Airbus cabin. With products such as the CIDS (Cabin Intercommunication Data System), SKYpower and UVSS (Universal Video Surveillance System), Airbus Buxtehude and KID-Systeme GmbH supply electronic systems that make the cabin tangible for passengers and crew. In this way, we make a significant impact!
For any questions about apprenticeship and dual study programmes, Contact us.
Donauwörth
Company/Division: Airbus Helicopters
Number of employees: approx. 6,500
Number of AIRzubis: approx. 200
From Research & Development to production, assembly and maintenance, Donauwörth faces big industry challenges. Around 6,500 employees work there on helicopter and aircraft carrier production, making us the world's largest manufacturer of aircraft carriers.
The site also houses a competence centre for carbon fibre composite materials, a training academy and a military support centre.
For any questions about apprenticeship and dual study programmes, contact us.
Friedrichshafen / Ulm
Company/Division: Airbus Defence and Space
Number of employees: approx. 2,150 Friedrichshafen, approx. 540 Ulm
Number of AIRzubis: approx. 100 Friedrichshafen, approx. 8 Ulm
For over 60 years, the Friedrichshafen site has been the hub for the development and construction of satellites, space components, earth observation and meteorology, as well as experimental facilities for weightlessness research.
In Ulm, Airbus teams are working together to develop cutting-edge solutions and stabilising global security.
For any questions about apprenticeship and dual study programmes, contact us.
Hamburg
Company/Division: Airbus Commercial
Number of employees: approx. 14,000
Number of trainees: approx. 850
Hamburg, one of the world's largest civil aviation locations - alongside Toulouse - is the headquarters of Airbus Commercial in Germany. The site plays a key role in the development and manufacturing of all Airbus aircraft. We are also proud to work on future concepts, such as ZEROe for hydrogen-powered aircraft.
For any questions about apprenticeship and dual study programmes, contact us.
Lampoldshausen / Trauen
Company/Division: ArianeGroup GmbH
Number of employees: approx. 260 Lampoldshausen, approx. 36 Trauen
Number of AIRzubis: approx. 3 Lampoldshausen, approx. 1 Trauen
The Lampoldshausen site is Europe’s competence centre for the development and production of propulsion systems, dedicated to satellites and orbital platforms. Trauen is one of the largest Airbus sites in terms of surface area. Its location close to Bundeswehr training centres provides an ideal testing ground. For +30 years, it has been producing the RESUS underwater rescue system and supplying satellite fuel.
Manching
Company/Division: Airbus Defence and Space
Number of employees: approx. 5,500
Number of AIRzubis: approx. 200
Bringing together experts of more than 40 nationalities, our Manching site is Airbus Defence and Space's largest location. The variety of activities we carry out on site reflects the great diversity. Our scope of services ranges from administration to business, through management, development, system integration, logistics, procurement, marketing and sales.
Any questions about apprenticeship and dual study programmes at our location, contact us.
Munich / Ottobrunn
Company/Division: Airbus Defence and Space
Number of employees: approx. 3,000
Number of AIRzubis: approx. 100
Since 2019, Airbus has been operating a new type of Industry 4.0 solar panel production from Ottobrunn, designed to provide solar power for satellites. The site also develops and manufactures optical space instruments for earth observation, alongside its activities in cyber security.
For any questions about apprenticeship and dual study programmes, contact us.
Nordenham
Company/Division: Airbus Aerostructures GmbH
Number of employees: approx. 2,500
Number of AIRzubis: approx. 150
This location is one of the world’s most modern production facilities in the field of integrated shell production. It focuses on profile production, stretch forming of large-area metal structures, metal bonding and carbon fibre components. Every year, Airbus Aerostructures GmbH produces around 5,000 fuselage shells, with highly innovative manufacturing technologies.
For any questions about apprenticeship and dual study programmes, contact us.
Stade
Company/Division: Airbus Aerostructures GmbH
Number of employees: approx. 1,800
Number of AIRzubis: approx. 130
The Stade location is one of the world's leading competence centres for carbon fibre composite materials (CFRP). This material has excellent mechanical properties in relation to its low weight, making it ideal for aircraft construction. At Stade, we use CFRP to produce vertical stabilisers for all Airbus airliners, as well as wing and fuselage components.
For any questions about apprenticeship and dual study programmes, contact us.
What to expect after graduation?
Jobs for the future
As a pioneering leader in the aerospace industry, we are constantly working on innovations like sustainable engines, advanced satellite imagery, or rigorous product design. Driven by our vision of progress, our employees enjoy promising career prospects.
During your dual study at Airbus, you won't only observe those technologies from a distance, you will be actively involved in their creation, contributing to a brighter future for both yourself and the industry.
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