The training program to become a veterinary specialist is organized as part of Germany's dual system of vocational training. This means that trainees take theoretical classes at a vocational school (Alexander Fleming Schule, Stuttgart-Nord) on 1.5 days per week. In the remaining time, practical knowledge and skills are acquired at the workplace.

An intermediate examination is held after two years. The written and practical final examination takes place at the end of the training program.

The examinations are administered by the vocational school or by the State Association of Independent Veterinarians.

Veterinary specialists are eligible to apply to all vacant positions at the University. The subsequent hiring of former trainees as permanent employees, as well as future career development opportunities, depend both on institutional needs and on candidates' personal and professional performance.

Trainees are currently paid:

• € 1,086.82 in the first year of training 
• € 1,140.96 in the second year of training 
• € 1,190.61 in the third year of training 

On 1 November 2024, the amounts will increase by a fixed sum of EUR 100, and on 1 February 2025 by a further fixed sum of EUR 50.

Applications can be submitted from 1 Nov until 1 Feb before the starting of the training cycle.
Applications received outside this period will not be considered and will be disposed of in accordance with data protection regulations.

Documents

• Cover letter
• Résumé
• Copies of the last two school reports (mid-year and full-year reports),
• Evidence of work experience or internships, if applicable

Application procedure

• Only by post (no emails) to
  University of Hohenheim
  Tierärztliche Praxis
  Schwerzstr. 15/4
  70599 Stuttgart
  +49 (0)711 459 22450

Interview
Selected applicants will be invited for an interview.

After completion of the selection process, all application documents are destroyed in accordance with data protection regulations.