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Dual study programme: Industrial Engineering and Management (Bachelor of Engineering) 2026

Location: Haren
Working Hours: Work-study program


1,400 employees in 24 locations around the world with a fleet of 60,000+ circulating containers. Since ELA’s establishment in 1972, our business has continuously been expanding, we are specialists in mobile room solutions. Our family-run company based in Haren (Ems), Germany, is growing at a fast pace and we are actively looking for qualified and dedicated team players to join us locally, internationally and beyond.

You are at the beginning of your professional life with your knowledge, talents and wishes. At ELA, you can expect a varied dual study programme where it is important to us that you get to know different areas, because we want to develop you and your strengths. Interested? Then we should get to know each other better.

 

Your study at ELA

In addition to technical knowledge, commercial know-how is necessary for the development of technical systems and their economic operation. As an industrial engineer, you are a specialist for the interfaces between business and technology and are able to comprehensively analyse and solve problems in product development and process management. For example, you initiate and coordinate projects in which engineers and business economists are equally involved.

You develop products and services from a technical and economic perspective and improve the efficiency and productivity of operational processes. You build up an in-depth understanding of business administration and information technology fundamentals, which is rounded off by mathematical, economic and business law teaching content as well as key competences.

 

  • You study at the Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences at the Lingen campus.
  • The standard period of study is three years (six semesters).
  • Your lectures take place in blocks
  • During your practical phases at the company, you will get to know areas such as research & development, CAD, sales and production.
  • Your Bachelor's thesis will deal with an internal topic and examine it on a scientific basis
  • You have the option of taking an apprenticeship before the Chamber of Industry and Commerce or the Chamber of Crafts integrated into your studies. You have a free choice with us: integration of training as an industrial clerk (m/f/x), training as an electronics technician, specialising in energy and building technology (m/f/x) or training as a technical system planner, specialising in steel and metal construction technology (m/f/x).

 

What you should bring with you

  • General or subject-linked higher education entrance qualification
  • Good grades in mathematics, physics and English
  • Good technical, mathematical and physical understanding
  • Enthusiasm for technical contexts, technical sales and the economic branch
  • Enjoy working in a team and the ability to work independently
  • Communication and organisational skills
  • Very good knowledge of German and good written and spoken English

 

What you can expect from us

  • Uncomplicated interaction with each other and a wide range of opportunities to contribute your own ideas.
  • Our more than 40 employed trainees and integrated degree students will simplify the start to your career life and are always available to answer any questions you may have.
  • Your chances of being hired are very good once you’ve completed your training.
  • In addition to your work, you also have the opportunity to experience exciting trainee events and projects.
  • Our company fitness program: for just €25 a month, you can have access to thousands of gyms, swimming pools, and more throughout Germany, including unrestricted digital access.
  • The ELA Corporate Benefits portal gives you attractive discount offers from over 1,500 brands from all relevant areas of life.
  • Your health matters to us, which is why we offer you height-adjustable desks in every office.
  • We offer you fresh fruit and beverages every day.
  • There’s no need to part ways with your four-legged friend at ELA, as you can simply bring your dog with you into the office if the situation allows

How You can apply

Information on the application process

  • If you apply for an apprenticeship or dual study programme with us, you will receive feedback from us by email in the month of your application, at the latest within four weeks. This will inform you whether we will invite you to an initial personal meeting.
  • This meeting usually takes the form of a group discussion at our head office in Haren (Ems). You will also receive more detailed information about training at ELA.

It's so easy to apply

The best way to apply is to send your documents directly via our career portal at https://career.ela-container.com/ or by email to career@ela-container.com. Please include your CV and the most important certificates and qualifications. We are also interested in what makes you special, why we are a good fit and how you became aware of us. An initial personal meeting takes place in the form of a group discussion.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Do you have any questions?

Feel free to contact us - by WhatsApp, phone or email:

Sophie Köning 

Tel.: 0170 2233938

E-Mail: sophie.koening@container.de

You can also find lots of information about the apprenticeship and get an initial insight into working at ELA on our Instagram account ela_container.

 
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