Take-Off Vocational Experience, which aims to train future aviation leaders in Europe, is a 2-3 years program specially prepared for vocational students seeking a career in the aviation sector in Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, France or Switzerland. Students, who are selected for the program, will have the opportunity to rotate among different departments such as operation, sales, marketing and accounting.
Why should you apply for the vocational experience program?
Qualifications we are looking for:
We assess your skills in an exam that tests comprehension, problem solving and analytical skills.
Since the most important part of our job is communication, we evaluate your level of English, which is the common language of aviation.
We assess your skills in an exam that tests comprehension, problem solving and analytical skills.
Since the most important part of our job is communication, we evaluate your level of English, which is the common language of aviation.
We observe your competencies through a group case study.
You will meet with Human Resources and unit representatives, so we can get to know you better.
We observe your competencies through a group case study.
You will meet with Human Resources and unit representatives, so we can get to know you better.
Previous alumni are now part of Turkish Airlines family. You can read their thoughts and experiences below.
Mustafa Kirdar
Marketing Executive, Cologne
In addition to the aviation industry, you are ahead of your peers in other areas such as digitalization and technology. You have the opportunity to closely follow industry trends as well. I believe one of the most significant advantages of vocational training is that you can apply theoretical learning to real-life practices. Turkish Airlines provides us with various options (trainings, seminars, etc.) for learning about the aviation in the best way.
Esra Çakı
Cargo Agent, Frankfurt
Since Turkish Airlines has offices all around the world, I feel like I have a home in every country – and I don’t feel like a stranger anywhere. It’s a great opportunity for first experiences. Instead of monotonous lessons, we have opportunities to gain both practical experience and theoretical knowledge. We are able to work in various departments, in this way, we can choose the department that best aligns with our goals.
Furkan Esendik
Sales and Station Representative, Cologne
By the time you successfully complete the vocational experience program and begin working full-time at Turkish Airlines, you are fully trained and can cope with challenges easily. Getting to know different people from various backgrounds and helping them with their travels have both enriched my vision and changed my perspective about the world and people.
Aleyna Kumru Sarıoğlu
Sales and Station Representative, Zurich
Vocational training at Turkish Airlines is diverse, exciting and fun. I learn something new every day. My managers and colleagues in the office are supportive and understanding. My vocational training at Turkish Airlines was a turning point in my life. Working with staff and passengers from different countries at the airport was a lot of fun; I also learned a tremendous amount of aviation know-how.
Yahya Metin Karabulut
Cargo Agent, Munich
Turkish Airlines is a leading company in both cargo and passenger transportation. The Vocational Experience program is a good opportunity to take a quick step into business life. Since our instructor planned our three-year program, we undertook various tasks and thus I had the opportunity to work in every department throughout my training. I was able to put the theoretical knowledge I learned in school into practice.
Meryem Yazıcı
Cargo Agent, Frankfurt
Take-Off Vocational Experience program provides experience and preparation necessary for business life, and there is an opportunity to learn more every day. This program makes it easier for you to get started professionally and offers you the opportunity to adapt to business life faster. Through this formative program, I acquired knowledge that I couldn’t have gotten in school.
You can apply for Take-Off Vocational Experience program through the link.
We are looking for teammates with critical thinking and problem-solving skills. A good candidate should be dedicated and open to teamwork. Most importantly, the candidate should be willing to learn and ask questions!
The assessment is a four-step process. The first two steps include general ability and English language ability tests. Then, we conduct two interviews, including case-based group interviews and one-on-one interviews.
The assessment process points are in certain cities and candidates may have to travel to the city closest to them. For instance, in Germany, Hanover, Dusseldorf and Nuremberg are assessment process points.
Approximately one and a half months.
Yes, you can. There are no restrictions on reapplying.
As a vocational student, you can determine your workdays in a steady shift.
Depending on your performance, you are likely to be employed as a full-time employee. So far, 78% of our vocational students have been employed under full-time contracts.
