Ready for your future? Your apprenticeship at Vetropack in Austria! Vetropack operates two plants in Austria, in Pöchlarn (Lower Austria) and in Kremsmünster (Upper Austria). We produce glass packaging for distribution in Austria and selected export markets. Apprentices have been trained at both sites since 2018.

Meet our Team: Apprentices

You can count on:

  • Own training workshop
  • Training centre of the whole Vetropack Group in Pöchlarn (with virtual reality training)
  • Apprenticeship with Matura possible during working hours
  • Additional training and development programmes
  • Possibility of internships abroad
  • Free KlimaTicket Austria
  • Transfer to one of the technical departments upon completion of apprenticeship
  • Bonus payments: attractive bonuses for particularly good results at vocational school and in the final apprenticeship examination

Registration for the Taster Day

Experience a taster day at Vetropack!
Spend the day at our plant, get to know the training workshop and meet your future trainers.
Gain a hands-on insight into the daily life of an apprentice and discover the magic of glass manufacturing.

Simply let us know your preferred date and our apprentice trainer will get back to you as soon as possible.

Taster day at Pöchlarn

Taster day at Kremsmünster

 

What training opportunities do you have?

Glass process engineer

What will you learn at Vetropack?

Your training will include the production of glass mixtures based on the chemical composition of glass, the processing of various metals for machines and production systems, the maintenance, programming and control of production machines and robots, as well as quality control and assurance. 

Apply for Pöchlarn

Apply for Kremsmünster

How long does the training take?

The apprenticeship lasts 3.5 years.

What are the requirements?

At least a secondary school diploma, an interest in technology and the ability to understand abstract concepts.

What are the opportunities after the apprenticeship?

We try to employ our apprentices in one of the technical departments after the apprenticeship. Vetropack Holding Ltd also offers international career opportunities.

Additional qualification in mechanical engineering

What additional qualifications can I obtain?

Once you have successfully completed your apprenticeship in Glass Process Engineer, you can apply directly to the additional examination in Metal Technology – Mechanical Engineering. This gives you the opportunity to purchase a second recognised apprenticeship qualification.

How does the additional examination work?

The examination consists of two parts:

  • Practical examination: Production of a workpiece, for example by turning, milling or welding. 
  • Technical interview: Questions on occupational safety, tools and technical workflow based on practical examples.

What are the benefits of a second apprenticeship qualification?

With qualifications in glass processing engineering and mechanical engineering, you’ll have access to additional career opportunities in industrial production. The combination of glass manufacturing and mechanical engineering provides a strong foundation for your future career path.

Electrical engineer

What will you learn at Vetropack?

During your apprenticeship as an electrical engineer you will learn how to assemble, install, maintain and repair a wide range of electrical and electronic equipment and systems. S7 programming and robotics are also part of the curriculum.

Apply for Pöchlarn

How long does the apprenticeship take?

The apprenticeship lasts 3.5 years.

What are the requirements?

At least a secondary school diploma, an interest in technology and the ability to understand abstract concepts.

What are the opportunities after the apprenticeship?

We try to employ our apprentices in one of our technical departments after the apprenticeship. Vetropack Holding Ltd also offers international career opportunities.

Apprenticeship with Matura

Do you offer an 'apprenticeship with Matura' programme?

Yes, we support the combination of practical and theoretical knowledge, giving our apprentices the best possible qualifications.

When does it start? 

You can start in the 2nd year of your apprenticeship. Prerequisite is an honourable mention in the first year of vocational school.

Will the Matura programme extend my apprenticeship?

No, there is no extension of the apprenticeship period.

Can you complete the Matura in any apprenticeship?

Yes, you can complete your Matura in any apprenticeship; we organise the necessary courses during your regular working hours. In each apprenticeship year you will study a different subject: German, Maths, English and a specialist qualification.

Insights into Apprenticeships at Vetropack

Insights into Apprenticeships at Vetropack

Our YouTube playlist features exciting videos about the glass process engineer apprenticeship. Discover what day-to-day training is like and gain authentic insights into the world of glass manufacturing.

Holiday job

What do you learn at Vetropack?

Insight into a manufacturing industrial company, varied manual work in different departments in the factory or office.

How long does the holiday job last?

1-2 months.

What are the requirements?

Minimum age: 16 years, for work at the Hot End you must already be 18 years old. 

What are the opportunities after the holiday job?

Vetropack Ltd offers various apprenticeships and internships across all sites.  

Here you can find a summary of all the important information about training opportunities at Vetropack Austria:

Apprentice folder 

Do you still have questions?
Visit us on an official taster day or at a job fair near you.

We look forward to getting to know you!

EventHallLocationDate
Messe Schule & Beruf 3250 Wieselburg17 – 19 September 2026
Messe Jugend & Beruf 4600 Wels30 September – 3 October 2026
AK Kids “Berufe zum Angreifen” NÖ 3250 Wieselburg5 – 6 November 2026
Berufserlebnistage Kirchdorf 4560 Kirchdorf6 – 7 November 2026
AK-Young “Berufsmesse Zukunft/Arbeit/Leben” 3100 St. Pölten2 – 5 December 2026

 

You want to get started with us?
You can send your application here at any time:

Location Pöchlarn:
Johannes Schuster, apprentice trainer
+43 676 56 34 138
johannes.schuster@vetropack.com

Location Kremsmünster:
Franz Ramskogler, apprentice trainer
+43 664 88 89 42 47
franz.ramskogler@vetropack.com