Open apprenticeship positions in mechanical engineering, machining, and design
Workshop:
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Machining Technician
Administration / Office (new starting in 2025/26):
Design Engineer
Technical Drafter
Start of the training:
<b>01.09.2026</b> (Career changers welcome)
Duration of the apprenticeship:
<ul>
<li>3.5 years / 4 years Design Engineer</li>
<li>Credit transfer from vocational schools and general secondary schools is possible</li>
<li>Dual apprenticeship; apprenticeship available with or after high school graduation</li>
<li>Girlpower: Female apprentices and skilled workers in the workshop since 2008</li>
</ul>
What you contribute to your success:
<ul>
<li>A passion for and interest in technology</li>
<li>Spatial reasoning</li>
<li>Recognizing connections and having a basic understanding of technology</li>
<li>Craftsmanship and diligence</li>
<li>Perseverance, reliability, and punctuality</li>
</ul>
TOP Training – There from the very beginning:
<ul>
<li>In-house training workshop for production</li>
<li>Job rotation in the workshop: you'll be working alongside the team from day one</li>
<li>Step by step to becoming a pro—we’ll guide you through a varied, hands-on program</li>
<li>Top-notch training with opportunities for further education</li>
<li>No number—you're part of the team</li>
</ul>
And we'll go one better:
<ul>
<li>Great team & positive work environment</li>
<li>Apprentice Field Trips & Fun Events</li>
<li>Snack Service & Meal Subsidies</li>
<li>Healthcare & Free Gym</li>
<li>Support for continuing education and boarding school costs</li>
<li>Free charging stations for electric cars</li>
<li>45% of electricity generated from solar and hydro power</li>
</ul>
Why I chose HORN: “I applied to HORN because I really enjoy the varied work in the metalworking field, everyone on the team is super nice, and the short commute of just 5 minutes is perfect for me.”
My daily work routine: “My workday starts at 6 a.m., when the foreman assigns me tasks. I either work on independent projects or assist a skilled worker. I organize my workspace and gather the necessary materials and tools on my own, and I make sure everything is neat and clean. If problems arise, I find solutions or ask a skilled worker for advice. My colleagues are all very nice and are always willing to help. Occasionally, I participate in internal or external training sessions to improve my skills.”
What I really like: “I’m currently in my second year of apprenticeship, and right now I enjoy welding stainless steel tanks the most. I also think our apprentice outings are really cool. The company always comes up with some really unique ideas for them.”
My vision for the future: “The decision to do my apprenticeship here was definitely the right one. I’m already looking forward to successfully completing my final apprenticeship exam, and I’m even considering going on to master craftsman school.”
Daniel T.
Second-year mechanical engineering technician apprentice
From technical school to an apprenticeship at HORN
Why I chose HORN: “I applied to HORN because I’ve always wanted to work with metal, and I really enjoyed my time here during the open house days. Plus, many of my friends work here, and they’ve only had good things to say. The work in custom manufacturing is always exciting and varied.”
My daily work routine: “My daily work routine as a machining apprentice is very varied, since I’m constantly given new workpieces to machine. My main tasks include the precise setup of the lathe, including proper workpiece clamping and tool selection. During the actual machining process, regularly checking the dimensions and surface finish is of great importance. Occasionally, a tool change is also required. In addition, I am responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the machines, my workstation, and the (apprentice) workshop.”
What I particularly like: “In my second year of apprenticeship, I’m already able to turn difficult parts and help out the first-year apprentices. I really appreciate my work schedule because I have plenty of free time in the afternoons. I also really value how straightforward vacation planning is here—whether there’s an important appointment or, like some of my colleagues, I need to take care of something on my family farm.”
My vision for the future: “My current goal for the future is to work on other (larger) machines and successfully complete my final apprenticeship exam. I’m not worried about passing the exam, because I know the company always prepares its apprentices very well.”
Gernot G.
Second-year machining technician apprentice
From agricultural school to an apprenticeship at HORN
Why I chose HORN:
“I applied to HORN because of its proximity to where I live and the prospect of a varied job. That was also why I decided to pursue a second apprenticeship after becoming an electrical engineer. My first apprenticeship was too specialized to land an interesting job in my hometown. Through my apprenticeship as a machining technician, I’ve not only gained thorough practical training but also understand the theoretical context and background.”
My daily work routine:
“My daily work involves independently processing orders on various lathes, selecting tools, and, when necessary, troubleshooting issues. However, my colleagues and I regularly exchange ideas and support one another, so everyone benefits from each other’s knowledge. This approach also helped me find my footing and learn quickly during my apprenticeship.”
What I particularly like:
“Since I initially completed my apprenticeship at HORN through a foundation, I didn’t take it for granted that I would be hired directly after finishing my apprenticeship—even though I had hoped for it. I particularly appreciate the flat hierarchy and the positive interactions with colleagues and supervisors.”
My vision for the future:
“I want to continue building on what I’ve learned and gain additional experience working with various machine tools, which is why HORN is the perfect employer for me.”
Martin Hofer
Top-Level Skilled Worker in Machining Technology
Becoming a machining technician through adult education
Your apprenticeship stipend under the Collective Agreement for the Metal Industry in a workshop or office, effective November 1, 2025:
1st year of training: €1,071.00
2nd year of training: €1,295.40
3rd year of training: €1,657.50
4th year of training: €2,152.20
Plus a voluntary bonus system
APPLICATION PROCESS
#TEAMHORN
Open House Days
at HORN
Erlebe unser Unternehmen aus erster Hand! Melde dich für unsere Schnuppertage an und entdecke, wie spannend und vielfältig deine Ausbildung bei uns sein kann. Egal ob Werkstätte oder Büro – oder beides.
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supporting documents
Show us what you’re capable of! Send us your written application to or use the online upload feature to demonstrate your skills, motivation, and dedication.
Now it’s getting
personal
You’ve impressed us, and we’d like to meet you in person to get to know you better and discuss how we can shape your professional future together. Face-to-face, honestly, and respectfully.
Be Smart. Be Sharp.
Be HORN!
Welcome to the team! We invite you to join us at the “Come Together” event for all new trainees, where we’ll welcome you and celebrate the start of your training with us together with the others.
Schnuppertage bei HORN
Erlebe unser Unternehmen aus erster Hand! Melde dich für unsere Schnuppertage an und entdecke, wie spannend und vielfältig deine Ausbildung bei uns sein kann. Egal ob Werkstätte oder Büro – oder beides.
Application with supporting documents
Show us what you’re capable of! Send us your written application to or use the online upload feature to demonstrate your skills, motivation, and dedication.
Now it’s getting personal
You’ve impressed us, and we’d like to meet you in person to get to know you better and discuss how we can shape your professional future together. Face-to-face, honestly, and respectfully.
Be Smart. Be Sharp. Be HORN!
Welcome to the team! We invite you to join us at the “Come Together” event for all new trainees, where we’ll welcome you and celebrate the start of your training with us together with the others.
BECAUSE YOU DESERVE BETTER
A secure job with a future:
You can count on us—even when things don't go as planned. Security and stability? For us, those aren't just empty words. A job after your apprenticeship? Of course—if it works for both of us.
Very good pay starting in the first year of the apprenticeship:
With us, you’ll receive fair pay—plus performance bonuses starting from your first year of apprenticeship—and real opportunities for growth, whether personal or professional.
Our own modern training workshop:
We’re fully equipped—we’ve invested 1.3 million in the training workshop—so you can learn and work in the best possible environment.
Set times, fair process:
With us, you’ll find the right balance: structure in your daily routine, clear processes—and plenty of time to enjoy life. As an apprentice, you’ll usually have the rest of the day free starting at 2:00 p.m.!
A strong team & a family-like atmosphere:
You're not just a number. We stick together—in the workshop, the office, and on the apprentice outing. We embrace team spirit, which makes learning easier!
Training that prepares you for the final exam:
Practical, varied, and with personalized support—that’s how we guide you step by step toward your final apprenticeship exam. Around 150 apprentices have already successfully completed their training with us—with a 100% completion rate. They all made it. So can you.
A secure job with a future:
You can count on us—even when things don't go as planned. Security and stability? For us, those aren't just empty words. A job after your apprenticeship? Of course—if it works for both of us.
Very good pay starting in the first year of the apprenticeship:
With us, you’ll receive fair pay—plus performance bonuses starting from your first year of apprenticeship—and real opportunities for growth, whether personal or professional.
Our own modern training workshop:
We’re fully equipped—we’ve invested 1.3 million in the training workshop—so you can learn and work in the best possible environment.
Set times, fair process:
With us, you’ll find the right balance: structure in your daily routine, clear processes—and plenty of time to enjoy life. Finishing work at 2 p.m.—sounds good, doesn’t it?
A strong team & a family-like atmosphere:
You're not just a number. We stick together—in the workshop, the office, and on the apprentice outing. We embrace team spirit, which makes learning easier!
Training that prepares you for the final exam:
Practical, varied, and with personalized support—that’s how we guide you step by step toward your final apprenticeship exam. Around 150 apprentices have already successfully completed their training with us—with a 100% completion rate. They all made it. So can you.
Apprenticeships as the foundation for a successful future:
“My apprenticeship as a machinist gave me the foundation I need to successfully run a business. Inspired by the joy I find in my work, I went on to complete my evening HTL program. Practical experience and theory have thus been with me my whole life. That’s what I hope for our apprentices as well. A solid foundation on which they can build their lives. And not to mention: a profession they can practice with joy every day.”Ing. Markus Horn, MBAGeschäftsführer & Lehrberechtigter1972 Lehre als Maschinenschlosser/Werkzeugmacher, 1977 (Abend)-HTL, 1983 Lehrlingsausbilder, 2006 MBA Studium abgeschlossen
FROM APPRENTICE TO EXECUTIVE.
After your apprenticeship, you can
become a top-tier skilled worker, trainer, foreman, master craftsman, technician …
APPLY NOW – SHOW US WHAT YOU’VE GOT – WE’LL GIVE YOUR SUCCESS THE STAGE!
Interested in a trial day? Just contact Kerstin at 03173/2320 and let’s get started. Or submit your application right here—we look forward to hearing from you!
Fragen? Ramona hilft dir schnell und umkompliziert weiter.
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📞 03173/2320-15