The start of the 2025 apprenticeship program at Beltz Grafische Betriebe in Bad Langensalza marked a special milestone this year: Six young people began their 2025 apprenticeships on August 1—twice as many as last year. This is a clear sign that the company continues to rely on skilled workers from within its own ranks and offers young talent promising career prospects.
The first day focused on orientation: Sebastian Meinberg, training coordinator at Beltz Grafische Betriebe, guided the new trainees through a structured daily program. In addition to organizational matters such as safety training and work attire, the main focus was on getting to know the team, the work processes, and the company.
Things really got going the following Monday—when the trainees began their placements in their respective departments. Whether in prepress, offset printing, digital printing, or bookbinding, the apprentices were immediately integrated into the daily workflow and were able to gain their first insights into their future professional lives.
Kicking off the training year with a bang—that’s how August began
The 2025 apprenticeship program kicked off at Beltz Grafische Betriebe on Friday, August 1—and this first day was deliberately not a typical workday. Organized and led by Sebastian Meinberg, the head of the apprenticeship program, the first day was all about orientation and getting to know one another.
After a group welcome and a brief round of introductions, the group took a tour of the entire company. During the tour, the new trainees not only got to know their own work areas but also gained fascinating insights into other departments and their responsibilities. It was a great opportunity to make initial connections—with coworkers as well as their future trainers.
The program also included a safety briefing, the ordering of work clothes, and organizational information regarding the rest of the training program. It was, in other words, a structured introduction in a relaxed atmosphere that helped ease the new trainees’ nerves and ensured a smooth start to the 2025 training program.
The following Monday, August 4, things really got underway: All the trainees moved into their respective departments—and thus into their new professional routines. Technical, hands-on, and right in the thick of things. A successful start with a promising future.
Focus on Diversity – Six New Faces at Beltz
Six young people, six exciting paths—with the start of the 2025 apprenticeship program, twice as many young professionals as last year have chosen to pursue an apprenticeship at Beltz Grafische Betriebe. For the company, this is a strong sign: Young people see a future in the printing industry—and in Beltz, a reliable partner for their entry into professional life.
Carl Schirlin and Jan Borovka are two new apprentices starting out in offset printing. Technology, precision, and large machines—this work requires concentration. Darian Kolbe is joining the digital printing team, which demands speed and flexibility above all else. Josefine Gräfe and Leon Köberich are joining the bookbinding department, where individual components are ultimately assembled into a finished product. And Annika Bornkessel is beginning her apprenticeship as a media designer in prepress—a field where creativity meets technical expertise.
Each of these training programs comes with its own challenges and opportunities. What they all have in common is curiosity, dedication, and the desire to make a difference. We’ve taken the first step—and with our first month together, we’ve already covered a small part of the journey.
Beltz Grafische Betriebe in Bad Langensalza is delighted to welcome these motivated new hires—and looks forward to shaping the coming years together with them. After all, at Beltz, an apprenticeship isn’t just a stepping stone to a career—it’s an investment in people and in the future.
Apprenticeships at Beltz in 2025: A Closer Look at the Job Roles
For the 2025 training cohort, Beltz Grafische Betriebe is offering six apprenticeship positions in four different technical and design fields. The six young women and men featured above are starting out with clear career prospects—and all of these fields promise solid preparation for the working world of tomorrow.
Overview of Training Programs
- Media Technologist in Offset Printing & Media Technologist in Digital Printing
Depending on your training track, you’ll learn both: the precision and technology of offset printing as well as the flexibility and speed of digital printing—for high-quality printed products in large print runs. - Media Technologist in Print Finishing (Bookbinding)
In the bookbinding department, everything revolves around the finishing of printed products. You set up the machines, oversee folding, gluing, and binding processes, and ensure that printed paper is transformed into a finished book. - Digital and Print Media Designer – Print Media Specialization
In this specialization, everything revolves around precision and technology. Among other things, you’ll be responsible for checking print data and outputting print sheets for production. You’ll use professional software and work closely with your team.
These apprenticeship programs showcase the wide range of opportunities at Beltz Grafische Betriebe—from technology and production to media-specific planning. If you’re interested in getting involved and launching your career, you’ll find more details about our apprenticeship positions on our training page.
Get a Head Start Now: Your Chance at an Apprenticeship in 2026
This year’s apprentices have already settled into their departments—and are actively shaping daily work life at Beltz. Whether in print production, post-press, or project coordination: Anyone who chooses an apprenticeship at Beltz Grafische Betriebe will experience a modern work environment, a supportive team, and a training program with great prospects.
We are once again looking for dedicated young professionals for the coming year. If you’re interested in a hands-on apprenticeship at a company with a rich tradition and a forward-looking approach, learn more about our apprenticeship opportunities now and apply in time for the 2026 program start.
We look forward to receiving your application—and maybe you’ll soon be part of our wonderful and diverse team!
