Deutsche Bahn has announced plans to recruit 5,700 trainees and dual-study students in 2025. This initiative demonstrates DB’s commitment to strengthening operational roles while maintaining service reliability. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

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Deutsche Bahn Focuses on Operational Roles Amid Restructuring

Deutsche Bahn will prioritize operational hires, including 970 railway traffic controllers and 860 train drivers. Additional roles include 820 electronics technicians, 385 mechatronics engineers, and 270 transport service merchants.

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This hiring effort highlights Deutsche Bahn’s focus on safety and efficiency during ongoing restructuring efforts. The company emphasizes sustaining rail service quality despite organizational changes.

Deutsche Bahn Expands Recruitment Strategies for Young Talent

To attract candidates, Deutsche Bahn introduced a virtual 3D job exploration platform. This tool allows applicants to simulate tasks like maintaining ICE trains and testing operational systems interactively.

DB’s recruitment campaigns include partnerships with 700 schools and 100 universities across Germany. Outreach programs target rural areas to boost interest in rail careers and expand workforce diversity.

Applications for Deutsche Bahn roles can be submitted online, via chatbot, or through voice input. This streamlined process takes four minutes, making it faster and more accessible for young applicants.

With 15,000 young employees, DB offers 50 apprenticeships and 25 dual-study programs. Its focus on career development supports Germany’s future workforce and strengthens rail service sustainability.

Source: railway-news.com

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