Jan Franck introduces himself

Responsibility from the start

Hello, my name is Jan Franck, I am 18 and am currently completing my IT specialist training program with a focus on system integration. I have always been interested in computers and the technology on which they are based. That's why I decided to start this training program. I ultimately applied to SEW-EURODRIVE because the company has a fantastic reputation amongst relatives and acquaintances. It's also important to know that SE-EURODRIVE has a very large and diverse IT area compared to other companies.

There is no such thing as a typical working day in my department, as the areas of responsibility for every department are extremely diverse. For example, in the IT Service Center I work on various employee problems with their IT equipment where I am generally present on-site to repair or replace parts. We also advise employees on new equipment purchases. In the morning I first to talk to my supervisor about the tasks for the day. I then start on these tasks, such as patching network sockets to ensure that new employees can access the network from their workplace, installing new hardware or fault removal.

I generally spend my lunch break with my trainee colleagues, who I also get along with well at college. At the end of the day I have a final talk with my supervisor to find out how the tasks went and what still needs to be done.

I have already cooperated in a range of projects, for example, I have installed a touchscreen in an assembly island in the production department so that it can be operated more ergonomically. Besides the touchscreen we also use a standard PC, while I previously completed my research on my laptop.

I often also work together in a team with my colleagues, such as when we are creating a website. We divide the various areas between ourselves, meet regularly, discuss innovations and provide mutual feedback. I would never have expected that you would be given so much responsibility as a trainee. The best part is the testing of new equipment that is fresh on the market and which you would not normally come into contact with in other situations, such as a new high-end Tablet.

I think that SEW-EURODRIVE is a fantastic employer: the company does a lot for its apprentices, for example, three seminars are held as well as numerous training courses. I think it's great that SEW-EURODRIVE is still a family-owned company. I particularly appreciate that the company cares about its trainees and that they are not just treated as a cheap source of labor, as is the case in other companies. There is also a good chance that you will be offered a permanent position after completing your training, so you immediately have security as well as more opportunities.