Vodafone GmbH

Apprenticeship as Retail Salesperson (m/f/d) in Kiel (2027)

Salary
€15,420 – €18,228per month

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Description

A three-year retail apprenticeship (Ausbildung) at a Vodafone store in Kiel, starting 1 September 2027, combining on-the-job training with two days of vocational school per week. As part of the store's sales team, the apprentice serves customers in day-to-day operations, identifies their needs, promotes Vodafone products, and helps develop new sales strategies with colleagues. On successful completion, Vodafone guarantees a takeover as a Sales Agent to continue developing a career. A good secondary-school leaving certificate, enjoyment of dealing with people, enthusiasm for telecommunications, and German at C1 level are expected.

Requirements

  • At least a good Hauptschule or Realschule secondary-school leaving certificate
  • Enjoyment of dealing with people and strong communication skills
  • Enthusiasm for the telecommunications industry
  • Interest in needs-based sales arguments
  • Good German language skills (at least C1 level)

Languages

German
C1 · Advanced
A1A2B1B2C1C2

Experience Level

InternEntry LevelMid-levelSeniorLeadExecutive

Benefits

Guaranteed takeover as a Sales Agent after successfully completing the apprenticeship
90 euros per month towards private phone and internet contracts
Subsidies for travel costs, learning materials and meals
Company phone and laptop

💰 Net Salary Calculator

Tax class 1, no church tax
Gross Salary
€201,888/year
€16,824/month
Total Deductions
€88,140
44% effective rate
Net Salary (Take Home)
€9,479/mo
€113,748/year

Deduction Breakdown

🏛️ Income Tax€65,986
🏦 Pension Insurance€9,430
🏥 Health Insurance€6,103
🫶 Care Insurance€1,674
📋 Unemployment Insurance€1,318
⚖️ Solidarity Surcharge€3,629

🏠 Cost of Living in Kiel

Monthly Essentials

Rent (1BR)
€850
Groceries
€300
Transport
€60
Utilities
€220
Internet
€35

Lifestyle & Entertainment

Eating Out
€12
Gym/Month
€40
Coffee
€3
Beer (0.5L)
€4
Cinema
€11
Monthly Net Salary:€9,479
Comfortable Living:€1,534
Monthly Savings:€7,945 (84%)
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Strong savings potential: You could save €7,945 monthly, which is €95,340 per year.

💡 These estimates are based on average costs in Kiel. Actual expenses vary based on lifestyle, neighborhood, and personal choices. "Comfortable living" includes rent, utilities, groceries, transport, and reasonable dining/entertainment.

Eligible for the EU Blue Card

A salary of €201,888 meets the EU Blue Card minimum of €45,300 (2026).

The EU Blue Card is a residence permit for highly qualified non-EU workers. It offers a fast track to permanent residency and allows family reunification.

Processing
4-12 weeks
Visa fee
€100
Requirements
University degree + Job offer

Also eligible: EU Blue Card (Shortage Occupation) (€41,042+)

Documents needed

Valid passport
Recognised university degree
Employment contract or binding job offer
Proof of salary meeting threshold
Health insurance coverage
Biometric passport photo
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📍 Life in Kiel

👥
Population
0.2M
⭐
Quality of Life
7.0
🇬🇧
English Friendly
7.0
💻
Tech Scene
6.0
🌍
International
6.0
🚇
Public Transport
7.0
🚴
Bikeability
8.0
🌬️
Air Quality
7.0
🌳
Green Spaces
7.0
🚗
Car Free
8.0
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About Kiel

  • •Diverse economy
  • •Growing opportunities
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Climate

  • •Temperate climate
  • •Moderate seasons
❄️Jan: 1°C☀️Jul: 18°C📅Avg: 10°C
☀️1500 sunshine hours/year
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Safety

  • •Generally safe
  • •Low crime rates
Overall:7.0
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Healthcare

  • •Good hospitals
  • •Adequate coverage
Quality: 7.0Access: 8.0
🎭

Culture

  • •Cultural venues
  • •Local events
7.0
🎉

Nightlife

  • •Bars and venues
6.0
🏞️

Recreation

  • •Parks
  • •Sports facilities
7.0
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Cost of Living

  • •Moderate costs
  • •Good value
🏠 Rent (1BR center):€850
⚡ Utilities:€220
🛒 Groceries:€300
🍽️ Dining out:€14

German subsidiary of Vodafone Group plc and Germany's second-largest telecommunications operator. Vodafone GmbH serves over 50 million mobile, fixed-line, broadband, and TV customers in Germany through the Vodafone and Vodafone Business brands. Following the integration of Kabel Deutschland (acquired 2013) and Unitymedia (acquired 2019), the company operates the country's largest cable-based gigabit network with more than 24 million homes passed. Portfolio spans consumer mobile, 5G, fixed broadband (cable & fiber), IPTV, IoT, and B2B managed connectivity. Headquartered in Düsseldorf at the Vodafone Campus, with additional major sites in Unterföhring, Eschborn, Ratingen, and Kiel.

€per month
€2kthis job posts €15k – €18k€27k

Your situation in Germany

The default for anyone single, divorced or widowed.

Only changes the church tax rate — 8% in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg, 9% everywhere else.

Childless employees over 23 pay a higher Pflegeversicherung (care insurance) rate.