About Us

Take the first step into your future with us! We offer exciting tasks, genuine career prospects, and attractive benefits – the perfect launch pad for your professional life. As a trainee with one of Germany's largest health insurance companies, you'll help support over 8 million people every day.

Interested? Apply now and start your training with us on August 1, 2027!

Your Tasks

• During your training, you'll steadily evolve into a specialist in social insurance, advising people on health issues and ensuring comprehensive coverage.
• You will familiarize yourself with the processes of a statutory health insurance company, gaining insights into our innovative health and service offerings.
• You'll acquire in-depth knowledge relating to health, preventive care, membership, and contributions, enabling you to assist insured people competently in times of illness or care needs.
• Processing applications will become routine – naturally with our support and guidance.
• As you develop, you'll take on responsibility: engaging with customers, actively listening, and finding suitable solutions for their individual concerns.
• Theory and practice go hand in hand here – complemented by teamwork and joy in learning together.

Your Profile

• What matters to us is personality, not just educational background: Whether you have a middle school diploma, a (specialized) high school diploma, some university semesters, or a completed vocation – you're welcome here!
• Health is more than just a word for you – it’s close to your heart.
• You are eager to understand the healthcare system and contribute to one of Germany's largest health insurance providers.
• You have a talent for communication: You can listen well, explain clearly, and remain empathetic even in difficult moments.
• Team spirit is second nature to you – you are motivated by collaborating to achieve something great together.
• Excellent German language skills at a minimum level of C1 enable you to communicate professionally with insured individuals and colleagues.

Your Benefits

• Flexible working hours and up to 37 vacation days per year leave ample time for friends, family, and leisure. December 24th and 31st are also off work.
• Home office working and learning is available, with a mobile device provided by us.
• We support you right from the start – with seminars, regular feedback discussions, and personal assistance from qualified trainers.
• Become part of our strong trainees network – for exchange, motivation, and lots of fun in the team.
• A nearly 100% chance of being hired permanently opens many doors for you.
• With good performance, you may shorten your training up to 6 months.
• Receive above-average trainee compensation (Year 1: €1,500; Year 2: €1,580; Year 3: €1,660).

The BARMER actively promotes the equality of its employees and aims for a balanced gender ratio. Women are especially encouraged to apply. We are committed to equal opportunity and expressly welcome applications from individuals with disabilities. Part-time employment is generally possible.