West Brandenburg
Training
and future
West Brandenburg is a versatile and economically strong region in the west and south-west of the state of Brandenburg. It comprises the districts of Prignitz, Ostprignitz-Ruppin, Oberhavel, Havelland, Potsdam-Mittelmark and Teltow-Fläming as well as the urban districts of Brandenburg an der Havel and Potsdam.
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Diverse, modern, future-proof
West Brandenburg training region
West Brandenburg is one of the regions in the state with a strong focus on apprenticeships. From traditional craft trades and commercial training to technical and digital careers, you will find numerous opportunities to get started!
Good transport links to the Berlin-Brandenburg metropolitan region
Strong medium-sized enterprises
Innovative research and scientific institutions
A stable training market with long-term employment prospects
Top training sectors in West Brandenburg
In West Brandenburg, industry and trade shape the economic structure. Apprenticeships in metalworking, electrical engineering, mechanical and vehicle engineering, mechatronics, chemistry, as well as in the construction, finishing and automotive trades offer great future prospects and diverse opportunities for development!
In addition, hospitals, care and social facilities offer numerous training positions, as do commercial, administrative, tourism and service occupations in the towns and cities of the region. Especially in the Potsdam area, IT, media, film and digital companies are also growing, opening up modern and future-proof training pathways.
Major cities & training locations

Potsdam

Oranienburg

Brandenburg
on the Havel
Sights & quality of life
in West Brandenburg
Work, study and live: West Brandenburg offers strong prospects in a region with history, culture and nature.
Here are some of the area's best-known sights:
Here are some of the area's best-known sights:
The palaces and parks of Potsdam as part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site
The Cathedral of St Peter and St Paul in Brandenburg an der Havel
Historic old towns in Neuruppin and Perleberg
Historic buildings and urban areas in Rathenow
nature and recreational areas such as the Havel lake district, the Ruppin lake district, the Prignitz and the Hoher Fläming Nature Park

For business
Apprenticeship in Western Brandenburg
An apprenticeship in West Brandenburg means short distances, personal support in the companies and real prospects after graduation.
Many companies retain their trainees and provide long-term employment opportunities in the region.
Many companies retain their trainees and provide long-term employment opportunities in the region.
