Trainee for the profession of media and information services specialist, specialising in archives

The Max-Planck-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der Wissenschaften e. V. (MPG) is a self-government organization of science funded by the federal and state governments. It currently operates 84 institutes and research institutes in Germany and abroad for basic research in natural and spiritual sciences and is thus one of the leading international research institutes with numerous Nobel Prize winners in their ranks. Become part of Germany's most renowned research organization The General Administration of the MPG is looking for the archives of the Max Planck Society in Berlin-Dahlem. September 2026 Specialists for media and information services, subject Archive Reference number 147/25 What does an archivist do? An archivist secures the original documents of an institution, e.g. files, documents, photos and films as well as digital documents and makes them accessible to interested users.

As part of the three-year training, you will learn about the tasks and work areas of the Max Planck Society Archive. This includes: Takeover and development of archives Working in the magazine management Areas of conservation (e.g. packaging and signing of files) handling archive users and Working with the public and emergency services Through internships you will get insights into the activities of other institutions. The vocational training course takes place in the Louise-Schroeder-Schule – Oberstufenzentrum Bürowirtschaft und Verwaltungs in Berlin-Lichterfelde. A clear insight into the professional image of the*des FaMI/Archive also gives you the following video: I do it!: Specialists for media and information services – Archive – Watch here

Training requires good general education, rapid understanding, organisational skills and flexibility, a high degree of reliability and good oral and written expressability. You have at least one real school degree (tenth grade), good knowledge of German and history and enjoy working with people.

The training fee is governed by the collective agreement for trainees of the public service (TVAöD) of currently: Year of training: 1.368,26 € Year of training: 1.418,20 € Year of training: 1.464,02 € In addition, all social benefits customary in the public service are granted. Your workplace is located in Berlin-Dahlem and is easily accessible by public transport. What you can expect from us We offer you a safe training place, good care and insights into an exciting environment of science. The Max Planck Society has set itself the goal of employing more people with difficulty. Applications for severely disabled persons are expressly desired. The Max Planck Society strives for gender equality and diversity. We look forward to applicants of any background. .