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Apprenticeship & studies at PwC: Are you about to graduate high school or looking for a new start?

Abundant opportunities are available to you after graduation, which can be overwhelming at first. Don't worry, lots of people feel that way! At PwC, we want to help you bring clarity to your situation by introducing you to our diverse options.

We focus on your individual needs – whether you are interested in vocational training or studying. We offer you the suitable role so you can make your own way. Regardless of the path you choose, don't forget to consider your interests and strengths because your enjoyment and enthusiasm are decisive both for your vocational training or studies and your subsequent career.

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Which path is the right one for me?

Dual courses of study

Although you are interested in studying, you don't want to just spend your time in the lecture hall and at your desk? Then dual courses of study are exactly the right thing for you! As part of this program, you attend one of our partner universities and can put the knowledge you acquire directly into practice at PwC and pitch in right away in your team. Furthermore, you don't just make friends with other college students – you also meet new colleagues. Interesting projects, true team spirit, and an attractive salary await you here!

As a rule, our dual courses of studies begin in October and last three years, with theoretical and practical phases alternating every three months. You can find out where you can complete a dual course of study in the respective job postings.

Apply now:

Duales Studium BWL-Gesundheitsmanagement (B.A.) 2026 (w/m/d)
Duales Studium Accounting and Controlling (B.A.) 2026 (w/m/d)
Duales Studium Business Administration (B.A./B.Sc.) 2026 (w/m/d)
Duales Studium Wirtschaftsprüfung (B.A.) 2026 (w/m/d)
Duales Studium Steuern und Prüfungswesen Bachelor of Science 2026 (w/m/d)
Duales Studium Wirtschaftsinformatik Bachelor of Science 2026 (w/m/d)
Duales Studium Steuerlehre Bachelor of Arts 2026 (w/m/d)
Duales Studium Marketing Management (B.A.) 2026 (w/m/d)
Duales Studium Personalmanagement (B.A.) 2026 (w/m/d)
Duales Studium Data Science (B.S.) 2026

Vocational Training

Theoretical content is too dry for you, and you want to gather practical experience from the outset? At the same time, you want to develop your personal and professional skills and earn your own money all along? If so, vocational training is the right start for you! You are a valuable team member for us from your very first day. You can be yourself here. We stick together and support one another.

Vocational trainings usually begin on August 1 and last three years. Some shortening may be possible here.

Apply now:

Ausbildung Steuerfachangestellter 2026 (w/m/d)
Ausbildung Fachinformatiker für Systemintegration 2026 (w/m/d)
Ausbildung Kaufleute für Büromanagement 2026 (w/m/d)

Three-way courses of study

Why not do both? At PwC, you also have the opportunity to graduate from a course of studies with integrated vocational training and thus complete two qualifications at once! With a three-way course of study at PwC, you don't just combine vocational training and a course of study, you also enjoy a secure environment with team spirit and individual development opportunities.

Regardless of the path you choose, they all lead to the same goal: a successful start to a fulfilling career.

Apply now:

Ausbildungsintegriertes Studium Steuern und WP 2026 (w/m/d)
Studienintegrierte Ausbildung Informatik 2026 (w/m/d)

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FAQ

You can usually apply for vocational training and study places with us from the summer of the previous year. From then on, applications are possible as long as our positions are still available online.

PwC attaches great importance to hiring talented individuals after their dual studies or training. However, we cannot guarantee 100% hiring. Our trainees and students have regular opportunities to talk to their people manager to discuss their development and possible career opportunities at PwC.

Yes, students must pay the tuition fees themselves. However, our dual students receive a reasonable salary and a study allowance that they can use as they wish.

The process can vary depending on the training path. As a rule, training programs begin on August 1 of each year and last three years. Dual study programs usually start on September 1 or October 1 and can last between three and three and a half years. The program comprises alternating phases of practical and theoretical study, typically in a three-month structure or a daily model.

The exact requirements may vary depending on the program, but generally you will need a high school diploma or technical college entrance qualification (for some vocational trainings, a secondary school diploma is sufficient). We also expect commitment, motivation, and an interest in the relevant subjects.

The application process usually consists of several steps: an online application, one or more interviews, or an interview day.

PwC offers various dual study programs and vocational training courses in areas such as business administration, business informatics, taxation, auditing, and many other subjects. The exact offerings may vary and should be checked on the PwC career website.

Some universities offer the opportunity to study abroad as part of the Erasmus+ program. However, whether this is possible depends on the specific dual study program. The details should be discussed with the People Manager.

You will have to arrange your move yourself. We can recommend WG-Gesucht or the DHBW apartment exchange, for example.

You will receive an attractive, fair salary during the dual study program.
We will inform you of the amount when you are invited to an interview or interview day.

Once you have received our acceptance, your place at the university is secure, but in most cases you will have to enroll at the university yourself.

PwC has established partnerships with universities that we have selected for you based on specific criteria. Unfortunately, we are unable to consider universities that you suggest yourself.