SPIEGEL has been following Henry Kalisch for over a year and a half on his journey toward his first apprenticeship. The editorial team meets with him regularly, talks to those who have supported him along the way, and accompanies him at work, through his successes and setbacks. Henry receives support from JOBLINGE in Hamburg. His story illustrates the challenges young people can face on their path to an apprenticeship—and how they can successfully secure a career path. (June 2026 / Paywall)

Apprenticeship Start in 2026: The Next Step Begins
For many young people, a new chapter in their lives began in August and September: vocational training. Here at JOBLINGE, too, we’ve received a steady stream of news over the past few weeks that has made us especially happy.


