Employment agency instrumental in guiding a young woman towards her ideal career post-graduation
A Success Story: Lilli Balles and the Federal Employment Agency
Lilli Balles, a young woman from Germany, is a shining example of the success that can be achieved through the partnership between individuals and the Federal Employment Agency (Bundesagentur für Arbeit).
After completing her Abitur, Lilli's prior education allowed her to shorten the training period for her chosen vocation. Initially, she pursued a dual business administration degree in the field of food management but dropped out after a year due to dissatisfaction with the practical phase. Taking a half-year break to travel and find herself, Lilli eventually found her calling in the human resources department of Berry - Zeller Plastik.
Dietmar Bauer, a career counselor with over 20 years of experience, recognized Lilli's potential and facilitated contact with Berry - Zeller Plastik, one of the largest employers in the Cochem/Zell region. The company, like many others, is making more efforts to reach young people and offer them opportunities. Berry - Zeller Plastik invited Lilli for an interview, and she started her training on January 1, 2023.
The Federal Employment Agency plays a crucial role in this process. It is not just a placement office; it is an important partner for individuals seeking their way in the changing world of work and for companies in need of qualified and motivated employees. The Agency offers individual counseling and assistance in creating resumes and preparing for job interviews.
For Lilli, the Agency's support was invaluable. Her outstanding exam results - 98 percent in the oral exam - confirm that dropping out of university was the right decision for her. The Agency's services, including the mentoring system (Berufseinstiegsbegleitung), helped her navigate the transition from education to employment smoothly.
The world of work has changed significantly, with many job profiles different from a few years ago and new opportunities emerging. The Federal Employment Agency is a networker that brings people and companies together, often in surprising ways. It offers career counseling and guidance, support for disadvantaged youth, promotes traineeships and apprenticeships, and organizes events and informational services to expose young people to career possibilities and labor market opportunities.
Moreover, the Agency's career counselors, like Dietmar Bauer, advocate for a stronger focus on the diversity of opportunities in vocational training. Career counseling is available for anyone with questions about their future career, including those seeking apprenticeships or changing careers.
Andrea Wolf, a representative from Berry - Zeller Plastik, faces challenges finding young people for administrative positions. With 350 dual vocational training occupations in Germany, even career counselors may not be familiar with all of them. The Federal Employment Agency's comprehensive range of services ensures that young people like Lilli Balles are well-informed and well-prepared for the world of work.
In conclusion, the story of Lilli Balles is a testament to the power of partnership between individuals and the Federal Employment Agency. Many young people who seek help from the Agency leave with a concrete perspective they would never have dared to dream of before. The Agency's services are essential in helping young people navigate the complex world of work and find their place in it.
Lilli Balles' success story highlights the importance of education-and-self-development, as she was able to leverage her prior education to accelerate her training in her chosen vocation. Her career-development journey involves skills-training, job-search, and the support of the Federal Employment Agency, which played a crucial role in connecting her with employers like Berry - Zeller Plastik. The Agency is not just a placement office, but an essential partner for individuals seeking to navigate the dynamic world of work, providing counseling, assistance, and events to expose young people to various career possibilities and labor market opportunities.
