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title: "Careers at Schmitz | Jobs, Internships, and Working Students"
url: "https://www.schmitz-feuerwehr.de/en/about-us/career/"
description: Apply at Schmitz today. Discover jobs, apprenticeships, and career opportunities in fire truck manufacturing. Apply now.
date: 2026-05-21
modified: 2026-05-26
---

# Careers at Schmitz | Jobs, Internships, and Working Students

Quick access  [Job vacancies](https://www.schmitz-feuerwehr.de/en/about-us/career/job-vacancies/)    No faceless corporation. No one-size-fits-all solution. At Schmitz, an owner-managed, family-run medium-sized company with 5 locations in Germany and Croatia, you’ll play an active role in shaping the future, take on real responsibility, and see the impact of your work every day. We’re growing steadily. And you’ll grow with us.

Discover your career opportunities and apply now!

    Your Benefits
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    ![Clock-Symbol – Flexible work hours at Schmitz](https://www.schmitz-feuerwehr.de/fileadmin/Bilder/Icons/Group_100.svg) ### Flexibility & work hours

Flexible work hours and state-of-the-art work organization in the administrative department. At Schmitz, you help shape your own workday routines.

    ![Star-Symbol – Professional Development and Career Advancement at Schmitz](https://www.schmitz-feuerwehr.de/fileadmin/Bilder/Icons/Group_101.svg) ### Training & professional development

Targeted training and development opportunities in fire truck manufacturing: We invest in your career at Schmitz.

    ![Heart-Symbol – Company Health Insurance at Schmitz](https://www.schmitz-feuerwehr.de/fileadmin/Bilder/Icons/Group_104.svg) ### Healthcare

We offer you supplemental health insurance through your employer. As a Schmitz employee, your health is important to us.

      ![: Tool-Symbol – Workwear and workshop trolleys at Schmitz](https://www.schmitz-feuerwehr.de/fileadmin/Bilder/Icons/Group_106.svg) ### Workplace and Equipment

We provide a fully equipped workshop trolley as well as protective working clothes including laundry service. As an employee at Schmitz, you will have everything you need to do your job.

    ![Scale-Symbol – Fair working conditions at Schmitz](https://www.schmitz-feuerwehr.de/fileadmin/Bilder/Icons/Group_106_1_.svg) ### Fairness & transparency

Fair and transparent working time policies, clear structures and open, prompt communication – that is the Schmitz standard for all employees.

    ![Euro-Symbol – Christmas bonus, vacation pay, and Edenred card at Schmitz ](https://www.schmitz-feuerwehr.de/fileadmin/Bilder/Icons/Group_106_2_.svg) ### Financial information & extras

Vacation pay, a Christmas bonus, and an Edenred card for additional financial benefits in your daily life: More take-home pay from your gross salary will be one of your many benefits working at Schmitz.

    Take a look ...
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          Voices of employees
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   ![](https://www.schmitz-feuerwehr.de/_assets/processed/K3HmZARLDmnRGNRiD0yIE0F4ynSB2h2Sna1X2pHb_iI/q:85/c:2904.0292353823:3872.0389805097:fp:0.4765:0.50674662668666/rt:force/w:75/h:100/fn:Y3NtXzI0LTA1LTA1LVNDSE1JVFotRkFIUk4tMDA0OV81OTIxMGU2ZGUy:t/cb:92d3c976d13198728f56f6b500333a2c9c6d044b/bG9jYWw6L2ZpbGVhZG1pbi9CaWxkZXIvRm90b3MvTmV1ZV9CaWxkZXIvS2FycmllcmUvMjQtMDUtMDUtU0NITUlUWi1GQUhSTi0wMDQ5LmpwZw "Schmitz Fahrzeugbau")> Our services include maintenance, inspection, repair, modifications, and much more—always with the customer at the center. Our goal is to minimize equipment downtime.
> Thanks to a growing team with many years of experience in firefighting and disaster response, we work together to develop practical, customer-focused solutions. We have firsthand knowledge of the challenges and needs of emergency responders.

 Michael, Service Manager, Farnstädt   ![](https://www.schmitz-feuerwehr.de/_assets/processed/rn1Po4FrZ5m8o3k50Qle_iGLlLF3maHtPXM2e96rHJo/q:85/c:2382:3176:fp:0.4795:0.45577211394303/rt:force/w:75/h:100/fn:Y3NtXzI1LTAzLTExLVNjaG1pdHotUG9ydGFpdC0wMDAzXzM5OGNlNjhmYjA:t/cb:6656fde2e91b8b593c147850a7ba6b3d35f1fb53/bG9jYWw6L2ZpbGVhZG1pbi9CaWxkZXIvRm90b3MvTmV1ZV9CaWxkZXIvS2FycmllcmUvMjUtMDMtMTEtU2NobWl0ei1Qb3J0YWl0LTAwMDMuanBn)> Quality is no accident; it means not only meeting expectations but exceeding them. It is the result of well-designed processes, dedicated teams, and a consistently practiced culture of quality.
> Our focus is not only on setting and maintaining standards, but also on a culture of continuous improvement. True to the motto: We make things better today that were already good yesterday. Quality builds trust, increases efficiency, and is the key to long-term success. After all, our products are designed to save lives in the field!

 Marco, Head of Quality Management      Insights
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   of       Show all media   4+ more images      Our Values
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             ### Honesty

We mean what we say. And we keep our promises—to our customers, our partners, and our team.

             ### Responsibility

Our vehicles are deployed in emergencies. We take this responsibility seriously every day—in manufacturing, in service, and in our interactions with one another.

             ### Commitment to quality

We build fire trucks that can withstand real-life conditions. For us, quality in fire truck manufacturing isn't just a promise—it's our standard.

               ### Customer focus

Every fire truck is built in close collaboration with our customers. Your requirements are our starting point. Your satisfaction is our goal.

             ### Loyalty

We stand by one another—as a team, as a company, and as partners to our customers. Long-term relationships are more important to us than short-term successes.

             ### Reliability

You can count on us—whether it’s on the job, with deliveries, or in our day-to-day interactions.

     Contact

Want to know more?
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We'll get back to you as soon as possible!

[03447 510848 110](tel:+493447510848110 "+493447510848110")

**or by message:**

     4 steps to getting hired
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   ### 1

Application

Submit your application through our online portal. It's simple and straightforward.

  ### 2

We will review your application

We will carefully review your application and get back to you shortly with our feedback.

  ### 3

Job interview

Come meet us in person. We look forward to talking to you.

  ### 4

Contract offer

You will receive a fair contract offer. Let's get started together.

      Your questions. Our answers. Everything you need to know about your career at SCHMITZ.
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   ###  What career opportunities are available at Schmitz?

  We are looking for people who want to start their careers right away as well as for working students, and interns. Whether you’re looking for a brief introduction or a long-term career in firefighting technology, we have something for everyone.

  ###  Can I submit a unsolicited application?

  Yes, very much so. Please submit your application through our online portal. We'll get back to you shortly.

  ###  What is the application process like?

  Once we receive your application, we will carefully review your documents. You will hear back from us within 10 days. Personally and directly.

  ###  What internship and work-study opportunities are available at Schmitz?

  At Schmitz, we offer internships, summer jobs, and work-study positions—whether short-term or long-term. We’re flexible and straightforward. Send us your application, and together we’ll find the right fit for you.