IT specialist
IT specialist
"You implement specialist requirements in complex hardware and software systems" - if you understand more than just the station when it comes to this demanding task, then you are the right person for the job of IT specialist specialising in system integration! You will analyse, plan and implement IT systems, introduce new or modified IT systems and rectify faults. You will not only be dealing with 'dry technology', but will also pass on your knowledge to customers and users through technical advice, support and training.
What does an IT specialist actually do?
An IT specialist specialising in system integration
- plans, installs and configures IT technology systems
- puts IT technology systems into operation
- uses methods of project planning, implementation and control
- rectifies faults with the help of expert and diagnostic systems
- manages IT systems
- presents system solutions
- advises and trains users
Typical jobs in the field of system integration include Data Centres, networks, client/server systems, landlines or wireless networks.
How does the training work?
Vocational training as an IT specialist specialising in system integration usually begins on 1 August each year. It lasts 3 years and concludes with an examination by the Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK).
In addition to practical training at the University of Oldenburg, the apprentices attend the Haarentor vocational schools in the city of Oldenburg.
What requirements do I need to fulfil?
A qualification with an IT focus (vocational school, specialised secondary school, vocational grammar school or grammar school qualification with Computing Science as an examination subject) as well as confidence in written and spoken German (native language or at least level B2 - with proof) are required. In addition to a keen interest in computer technology, you should be able to think logically and abstractly. Initial experience with the Internet and email as well as the basic functions of common Office packages and operating systems is expected.
Who will train me?
Siegbert Barabaß accompanies the apprentices in their vocational training at IT services.
Remuneration and working hours
The monthly training allowance for apprentices is currently:
| in the first year of training | 1,236.82 euros |
| in the second year of training | 1,290.96 euros |
| in the third year of training | 1,340.61 euros |
| in the fourth year of training | 1,409.51 euros |
Apprentices who are in a training relationship on 1 December are entitled to a special annual payment.
The weekly working time is 39.8 hours and the holiday entitlement is 30 days per year.
Perspectives
The aim is to take on apprentices for a period of at least 12 months; if there are vacancies that can be filled, they may be offered permanent employment.
Further services
- Payment according to collective agreement incl. special annual payment
- 30 days holiday
- Payment of a final bonus for successfully passing the final examination
- Possibility of temporary employment for apprentices for a period of one year
- In the case of vacancies that can be filled, the possibility of permanent employment
- Provision of an iPad
- Induction days for all new apprentices at the university
- Annual training day with interesting events for apprentices of all years
- Extensive internal training programmes
- Opportunity to spend four weeks abroad within Europe
- Participation in the health promotion programmes offered by university sports (swimming pool, fitness and health centre)
- Use of the VBN JobTicket
- Use of the canteen at the Haarentor and Wechloy campuses
- A modern training centre in a convenient location with free parking spaces
- Interesting contacts on a lively campus