Environmental Trainee (Civil Service) | Umweltreferendarinnen / Umweltreferendare (w/m/d) bei den Bezirksregierungen Arnsberg, Detmold, Düss

Job Summary

This two-year civil service preparatory program (Vorbereitungsdienst) is designed for graduates in engineering or natural sciences aiming to become high-level environmental officials in North Rhine-Westphalia. Starting in October 2026, trainees will rotate through various regional governments (Arnsberg, Detmold, Düsseldorf, or Cologne) to gain practical administrative and technical expertise. The role involves applying scientific knowledge to regulatory environmental protection, including waste management, water supply, and emission control. This position is unique as it offers a clear pathway to a permanent 'Environmental Assessor' role (A 13 salary grade) within the state's environmental administration upon successful completion of the state examination. Candidates will benefit from structured training, flexible working hours, and the security of a civil service career path while contributing to vital public interest projects in nature conservation and transport.