Press

gastrotel
Across Germany, the restaurant industry is facing a shortage of young talent, while many young adults facing difficult starting conditions are looking for fair opportunities. gastrotel reports on the “Cup of Learning” partnership between Lavazza and JOBLINGE, which helps young people gain the skills needed to enter the hospitality and restaurant industry. (December 2025)

Economy in Saxony
The business portal reports on JOBLINGE in Leipzig, which helps young people successfully launch their careers. Using the example of Yakiv Halietkin, who began an apprenticeship as an IT specialist for system integration at the JOBLINGE location in Leipzig after completing the six-month program, the article shows how individualized support leads to real opportunities. (December 2025)

tz
The tz reports on the “Munich’s Outstanding Companies” Engagement Award. The Allianz Group, BMW Group, Infineon Technologies AG, Lufthansa Group, and Siemens AG have launched the Munich-based “basecamp” in collaboration with JOBLINGE. It serves as a central hub for training and professional development. (December 2025)

Stadt im Quadrat
The Mannheim business magazine reports on career prospects, personalized support, and successful paths to employment. JOBLINGE helps young people find a job or an apprenticeship—regardless of their background. Lavan Sabir of the Rhine-Neckar Metropolitan Region gAG emphasizes that JOBLINGE makes an important contribution to greater equality of opportunity in Mannheim. (December 2025)

MDR
What is being done to combat rising youth unemployment? MDR addresses this question in a new report. Matthias Kretschmer from gAG Leipzig discusses how young people find support at JOBLINGE, which opens up new opportunities for them. (December 2025)

autoFachmann
JOBLINGE is a partner in “Ambition,” a new Automechanika initiative aimed at recruiting young talent. The goal is to familiarize young people with the industry’s diverse career paths at an early stage and to show them what opportunities are available, writes autoFachmann. (December 2025)

op-online
The Joblinge Offenbach initiative helps young people find their way into vocational training—with impressive success rates. The Offenbach-Post media group is now supporting this work with a donation. (December 2025)

Wiesbadener Kurier
The Wiesbadener Kurier reports on the 13th Lions Ball in Wiesbaden, a charity event for a good cause. This year, the event will benefit JOBLINGE and young people who are looking for an apprenticeship and will be supported until they complete their training. (November 2025 / Paywall)

KOFA on the SOFA
This episode of the KOFA podcast “On the Sofa” focuses on NEETs and the mismatch with companies. Kadim Tas, CEO of JOBLINGE, talks about hidden potential, genuine participation, and the power of empowerment and mentoring. (October 2025)

Rheinische Anzeigenblätter
The JOBLINGE@school project is launching for the fourth time in Troisdorf. According to Rheinische Anzeigenblätter, 10th-grade students receive weekly hands-on instruction, workshops, and job application training. This provides valuable career guidance and the opportunity to help young people transition directly into vocational training. (September 2025)

BMW Foundation
At this year’s public festival in the park of Bellevue Palace in Berlin, a central theme in the BMW Foundation’s pavilion was future-oriented career paths. JOBLINGE demonstrates that sustainable career paths not only protect the environment but also offer young people the chance for a self-determined and secure future. (September 2025)

imMITTELSTAND
Playing golf together for a good cause at the Corporate Golf Cup organized by the Zukunft Metropolregion Rhein-Neckar association. The donation of 3,000 euros will support the work of JOBLINGE in Ludwigshafen, reports imMITTELSTAND. The donation is a valuable contribution toward successfully supporting young people on their path to vocational training. (September 2025)

Leipziger Volkszeitung
Great joy at JOBLINGE gAG Leipzig: The Ferry Porsche Foundation awarded a special prize to the school project aimed at promoting digital and technical skills. The project aims to inspire young people in Saxony to take an interest in STEM subjects, thereby opening up even more opportunities for the future, reports the Leipziger Volkszeitung. (September 2025 / Paywall)

AmCham Germany
In an interview with AmCham, Kadim Tas, CEO of JOBLINGE, discusses the opportunities and challenges of vocational training. The focus is on securing a skilled workforce and how to better tap into the potential of underrepresented groups. (August 2025)

zdfheute
630,000 young people are currently neither in school, nor employed, nor enrolled in an apprenticeship. JOBLINGE connects young people with companies offering apprenticeships. It’s a win-win situation for both sides, reports zdfheute. (August 2025)

ProAsyl
Abdisamed Mohamud shares his success story. It all began nine years ago with an internship. Today, he is an industrial mechanic at Samson, is pursuing further training to become a mechanical engineering technician, and is proud of what he has achieved. (August 2025)

ZDF – Full Throttle
Emir Sadikovic, a participant in the JOBLINGE program, talks about his path to an apprenticeship on the ZDF program “Volle Kanne .” He has been an apprentice at Sparkasse Essen in North Rhine-Westphalia since August and is proud of his success. (August 2025)

BDSW
Apprenticeship Program Kicks Off at KÖTTER Services: Seven JOBLINGE graduates are starting their apprenticeships this year at the family-owned company—including two young men from Ukraine who were specifically prepared for their career entry through the program. The long-standing partnership with JOBLINGE gAG Ruhr not only helps secure a skilled workforce but also opens up new opportunities for young people. (August 2025)

personal.magazin
Fewer and fewer young people are able to choose their own apprenticeship positions, and companies are left with unfilled positions. “Ghosting” by companies, high barriers to entry, and a lack of guidance further complicate the transition into an apprenticeship. Personalmagazin reports on JOBLINGE as an alternative model and how the initiative is sustainably improving apprenticeship opportunities for disadvantaged youth— print edition. (July 2025)

Speyer Kurier
The Speyer-Kurier reports on the Sparkassenstiftung’s support for social engagement in Ludwigshafen: JOBLINGE benefits from a grant that specifically helps young people gain self-confidence, strengthen their social skills, and successfully start their vocational training and careers. (July 2025)

FAZ Special Edition: Responsibility
Using the Munich-based basecamps as an example, Nicole Scherschun, Director of Public Relations & Impact Partnerships, shows how JOBLINGE, in collaboration with five major companies, is effectively paving the way for young people to enter vocational training—and in doing so, creating a sustainable model of social responsibility. (June 2025)

FAZ
In its analysis of the transitional system, the FAZ highlights the challenges faced by many young people without a high school diploma—and shows that JOBLINGE offers concrete opportunities in the Ruhr region. Managing Director Raphael Karrasch explains why vocational training often doesn’t seem attractive enough and how JOBLINGE is taking steps to address this— print edition. (June 2025)

taz
The taz newspaper uses the example of a Berlin school to show how JOBLINGE opens up new perspectives for young people: With personal advice and rapid support, young people discover their desired career – and sign their apprenticeship contract even before graduating. (May 2025)

Hessischer Rundfunk
In the HR report “Die gute Nachricht,” JOBLINGE is featured as a pioneer in promoting equal opportunity: Through individualized support and a clear focus on social background, the program enables young people like Serhat to successfully enter vocational training and the workforce. (starting at 8:45 – May 2025)

FAZ
The FAZ highlights JOBLINGE as a real-world example of diversity in action: Through personalized support, trust, and strong collaboration with employers, young people are supported on their path to vocational training— print edition. (April 2025)

Rheinische Anzeigenblatt
For the Rheinische Anzeigenblatt, the Meet & Greet event in Troisdorf demonstrates just how effective JOBLINGE@School is: About 100 young people took advantage of the opportunity to connect directly with 15 companies—a strong first step toward an apprenticeship. (March 2025)

Reform
In this article for Re:form , Kadim Tas, CEO of JOBLINGE, discusses digital tools and personalized consulting – and offers a glimpse into a promising future. A plea for greater self-determination and equal opportunities. (March 2025)

Haufe
JOBLINGE has opened a new base camp in Munich with the support of five major companies. Haufe notes that this is an important step toward equal opportunity and securing the next generation of talent. (March 2025)

Merkur
Merkur is covering the opening of basecamp Munich—a project by JOBLINGE and five companies that helps young people, such as participant Ben, ease into the workforce through intensive support— print edition. (March 2025)

münchen.tv
Christian Scharpf, Director of Economic Affairs for the City of Munich, attends the opening ceremony for the new basecamp. A learning center for everyone involved in vocational training, reports münchen heute. (March 2025)

LeipzigInfo
Making Day 2025 invites students to gain exciting insights into STEM careers and try out their own skills in hands-on workshops. The TechTeens initiative from JOBLINGE Leipzig is part of the organizing team, reports LeipzigInfo. (March 2025)

Rundschau Duisburg
Through apprenticeships and volunteer opportunities, the Ruhr Regional Association (RVR) and the AGR are extending their support for JOBLINGE by two years. As reported by Rundschau Duisburg, this initiative helps young people as they enter the workforce. (March 2025)

Wochen Anzeiger
As part of Vocational Training Week, JOBLINGE is providing information on pathways to part-time vocational training. An open house at basecamp Essen will offer insights and opportunities for those interested to exchange ideas, reports the Wochen Anzeiger. (March 2025)

Henkel
In the “Fritz for Future” podcast, Kadim Tas explains how JOBLINGE prepares young adults for the job market through hands-on training, mentoring, and coaching, thereby helping to ensure a supply of skilled workers. (February 2025)

HAYS
In an interview with HAYS, Kadim Tas discusses equal opportunities for young people as they enter the workforce—the obstacles they face and how they can be provided with targeted support. (February 2025)

t-online
The Ruhr Regional Association and AGR are extending their partnership with JOBLINGE. This support will further promote young people’s entry into the workforce in Essen and create new opportunities, reports t-online. (February 2025)

ARD and BR
IIn a report by BR24 , a JOBLINGE participant in the ARD’s “Infosamstag” is followed on her journey into the working world. The basecamp in Munich supports young people during their vocational training and serves as a helpful point of contact. (January 2025)

World Economic Forum
At the World Economic Forum, Allianz CEO Oliver Bäte cited JOBLINGE as one of the most effective initiatives in the area of ​​” community engagement . “ He emphasized the importance of shared values ​​and thus counteracting societal polarization. (January 2025)