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Application

This page provides a comprehensive overview of the entire application process for the Ausbildung program in Korea – from requirements and documents to selection procedures and key deadlines. Clear steps and practical guidance make it easier to successfully start the program.

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Professions

  • Auto-Mechatroniker (Car Maintenance)
  • Auto-Lackierer (Car Paint)
  • Karosserie-Mechaniker (Car Body)
  • Service Advisor

Number of Admissions

  • The number of admissions is published annually on the Ausbildung recruiting website prior to the start of the hiring period

Target Group

  • Graduates in the field of automotive engineering, including mechanical engineering and related disciplines, from technical high schools in Korea
  • Graduates from technical training centers or equivalent institutions with a qualification as an automotive mechatronics technician and successful completion of the skilled worker examination (a certificate proving qualification in a related occupational field is required)

1. Application Deadline

Application Period

April of each year on the Ausbildung recruiting website

 

Application Documents

Required: Personal information, cover letter, graduation certificate, preferred service center 

Optional: Portfolio (optional format), academic letter of recommendation 

 

2. Written Test

Period

May of each year 

 

Scope of Examination

40 questions on automotive maintenance

10 questions on mathematics

3. Interview and Results

Interview

Held annually between May and August at the respective dealership (scheduled individually)

 

Results

Applicants are notified individually by the dealerships or via the Ausbildung recruiting website between June and August

Contracting Parties

  • Official dealerships of German premium automotive brands

Partner Colleges

  • Doowon University of Technology (Automotive Mechatronics Technician)
  • Yeoju Institute of Technology (Automotive Mechatronics Technician)
  • Yeungnam University College (Automotive Mechatronics Technician, Commercial Vehicle)
  • Ajou Motor College (Body Repair Technician, Automotive Painter, Service Adviser)