THEORY MEETS PRACTICE
What would our lives be like without clean drinking water? What do cities need to look like in order to remain livable during heavy rainfall and heat waves? Your commitment to urban water management is needed!
At DAHLEM, we offer exciting opportunities to start your career in water management construction. Whether you decide to train as a draughtsman or pursue a integrated degree in civil engineering, with us you will be part of the solution and experience real project work. And best of all, if it's a good fit, you can stay with us after your training or studies. Because you are our next generation!
Your Options
What does a draughtsman do?
As a draughtsman, you will mainly use a computer to create technical drawings, plans, and models that are essential for the implementation of construction projects. You will work closely with our engineers and ensure that plans are accurately and precisely put “on paper” within a project team.
Training as a draughtsman is a dual vocational training program. You will attend vocational school 1-2 days a week and spend the rest of your time learning practical skills at our office.
With us, you will learn about two of the three specializations available to architectural draftsmen. Few engineering firms offer this. After the first half of your training, you can specialize in civil engineering or underground, road, and landscape construction.
These are the tasks you can expect
- You will prepare construction and implementation drawings, e.g., formwork and reinforcement plans or location and shoring plans.
- You will create floor plans, views, and drainage details or terrain longitudinal and cross sections.
- You will work with a wide variety of 2D and 3D software, e.g., AutoCAD, Architecture, Revit, SOFICAD, SOFISTIK.
- You will learn about everyday practice through construction site internships at various construction companies.
We'll be a good match if...
- You are interested in technology and construction.
- You have good spatial awareness.
- You have a basic understanding of mathematics.
- You enjoy digital design and modeling.
- You are willing to learn new things every day.
- You have a technical college entrance qualification or a high school leaving certificate.
As part of DAHLEM...
- You will receive sound, practical training that will enable you to make a difference.
- Our experienced training team will support and encourage you and will also help you with vocational school subjects.
- You will have the opportunity to work on real projects, e.g., shaft construction and pumping stations, sewage treatment plants, and sewer planning.
- Our construction supervisors will regularly take you to our construction sites.
- We will discuss current training topics with your fellow trainees and trainers at our monthly Azubi-JourFix meetings.
- You can look forward to a modern workplace with a personal notebook computer and two large screens.
- We will offer you opportunities for further training during your apprenticeship, e.g., training courses on CAD software.
- We offer you opportunities for further training even after your apprenticeship, e.g., to become a technician or Bachelor Professional (construction engineering).
Training as a draughtsman is available at our locations in Essen, Darmstadt, and Wiesbaden. Applications for the upcoming training year 2026 will be accepted starting in December 2025. You can get to know us better in advance...
Lisa Buck, B. Pro.
Training Management
Tel. +49 201 8967-162
l.buck@dahlem-ingenieure.de
What is a integrated study program?
A dual study program combines the best of theory and practice. You study at Ruhr West University of Applied Sciences while gaining practical experience in our company. At the end of your studies, you will receive a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in civil engineering. Your practical semester and thesis will take place at our company with our support.
Our company is special: as a general planner, we have many disciplines in-house. With us, you will gain insight into all areas of construction, i.e., transportation, building physics, construction management, structural engineering, and water management. After graduation, you will be ready to choose a specialty and actively shape your career.
These benefits await you
- You will experience a steady alternation between theory at university and practical experience in the company, allowing you to directly apply what you have learned in real-world projects.
- Our training plan, which is coordinated with the university, allows you to explore all areas of professional life.
- You are financially independent thanks to a monthly stipend during your studies.
- Your semester fees are covered.
- After successfully completing your studies, you will have excellent career opportunities thanks to your practical experience and academic degree.
We are a good match if...
- You are interested in mathematics and natural sciences.
- You are fascinated by construction projects and technical contexts.
- You are willing to learn exciting new things every day in all areas of civil engineering.
- You want to get involved in project teams.
- You have a high school diploma or technical college entrance qualification.
As part of DAHLEM...
- From day one, you will be a full member of the entire team and gain insights into exciting and diverse projects.
- You will belong to a group of dual students from all years.
- You will receive technical and organizational support from experienced mentors.
- Our site managers will take you on site visits.
- You can turn plans into reality through construction site internships at various construction companies.
- You will gain expertise in a wide range of software.
- You will experience innovative developments in the future topics of civil engineering such as BIM, AI, cloud, etc.
The dual study program in civil engineering is available at our headquarters in Essen. The application period for the integrated study program starting in the winter semester 26/27 has begun – we look forward to receiving your application!
Miriam Mundri, M.Sc.
Training Management
Tel. +49 173 8888 342
m.mundri@dahlem-ingenieure.de
VALUES & CORPORATE CULTURE
At DAHLEM, we all share the same goal:
Liveable cities
and healthy waters.
OUR TRAINING TEAM IS HERE FOR YOU
Our training team agrees: “Every person is different. We want to encourage and challenge individuals. At DAHLEM, we have the opportunity to do just that: in various fields of construction and in complex projects, the team is successful when it makes smart use of different talents. It's fun to help people discover their strengths.”
Our training team agrees: “Every person is different. We want to encourage and challenge individuals. At DAHLEM, we have the opportunity to do just that: in various fields of construction and in complex projects, the team is successful when it makes smart use of different talents. It's fun to help people discover their strengths.”
OUR BENEFITS FOR APPRENTICES AND DUAL STUDENTS
30 days of vacation per year are standard at our company. Those who perform well should also be able to relax.
You can work from home two days a week if your duties allow it. We have regulated this in a company agreement.
Overtime is recorded to the nearest minute and paid out or compensated with time off as agreed.
We contribute to your Urban Sports Club membership and pay part of your subscription fee.
Do you use public transportation to get to work? We will cover €15 of the cost of your Germany-wide ticket each month.
We take your onboarding seriously so that you settle in well with us. Your first week with us is already planned!
Think outside the box with our collaborations with other engineering firms.
Fair pay is a matter of course for us.
We provide you with targeted support through regular feedback meetings and further training.
For children who are not of school age, we cover 100% of childcare costs.
Dragon boat races, company runs, darts tournaments, etc. – we also enjoy moments together outside of everyday working life.
A € 300 subsidy for workplace glasses, ergonomic consulting, and free drinks are included.
We support savers with a €25 subsidy for capital-forming benefits.
Turn your friends and acquaintances into colleagues – spreading the word pays off with us.
Bargain hunter? You can get discounts at numerous online shops via an online platform.
For special events such as weddings, the birth of a child, or the death of a close relative, you will receive one to two days of special leave.
Your contact in HR
If you have any organizational questions about the application process or general questions about the company, please contact our HR team:
Julia Rosentreter
Human Resources Officer
T: (+49) 201 8967-204
j.rosentreter@dahlem-ingenieure.de
Magdalena Dubiel
Human Resources Officer
T: (+49) 201 8967-202
m.dubiel@dahlem-ingenieure.de
If you have any organizational questions about the application process or general questions about the company, please contact our HR team:
Julia Rosentreter
Human Resources Officer
T: (+49) 201 8967-204
j.rosentreter@dahlem-ingenieure.de
Magdalena Dubiel
Human Resources Officer
T: (+49) 201 8967-202
m.dubiel@dahlem-ingenieure.de
