We’ve already achieved a lot
Higher apprenticeship wages and incomes, more vacation time, shorter work hours, or permanent employment after apprenticeship—our members are the foundation of our success. Their interests are our top priority. And their strength is our power. The more of us there are, the more effectively we can advocate:
- For sufficient apprenticeship positions in your desired profession.
- For qualified, high-quality vocational training.
- For apprenticeship wages that provide a living wage.
- For permanent employment after completing training.
- For career development opportunities.
Strong: by your side
Strengthening co-determination
Whether during your apprenticeship or in your professional life. Whether in the trades, industry, or an office setting. IG Metall Youth stands for participation and co-determination. We stand up for your rights. We advocate for your interests. That’s what we’re here for.
Shaping collective bargaining policy
A fair wage, sufficient vacation time, and a job offer after your apprenticeship—these aren’t gifts from your employer. As a union, we fight for these things. Our most powerful tool in this effort is collective bargaining agreements. They enable us to have good jobs and a good life. That’s why collective bargaining policy is one of our core priorities. Because security matters.
Building Skills
Strengthen your own skills, deepen your personal interests, and gain additional qualifications: With IG Metall Youth, you’ll go far. Our educational program is as diverse as our members. We offer quality, experience, and dedication. And we’ll prepare you for current and future challenges. Skills pay off.
Consistent: For Your Future Prospects
Providing security
Collective bargaining agreements and occupational safety laws secure employment. They protect against exploitation, wage dumping, and health risks. We protect our members. So that successful advocacy and good training and working conditions continue to be guaranteed. Because nothing comes for free.
Creating justice
The wealth of the world is created by the people who go to work every day. For us, justice means: fair working conditions; equal rights and opportunities; social security; and the right to education. IG Metall Youth stands for quality of life and a future—for everyone.
Living Solidarity
We want a dignified life in an open and diverse society. That is why we unequivocally reject right-wing extremism and racism. We counter the principle of competition with our principles of solidarity, recognition, and equality. For us, people matter. Always. And worldwide.
Confident: Together with You
Experiencing the union
We are the youth. Organized in the world’s largest industrial union—IG Metall. We are more than 230,000 young workers. Our goal is a good life. Our principle is simple and effective: Recognize your own interests. Join forces with others. Take action together.
Experience community
With us, no one is left out in the cold. Around 155 local offices, youth secretaries in every region, local youth committees, and workplace contacts form a strong and reliable network. Joint actions strengthen our solidarity. Together, we’re stronger.
Securing the Future
We have a right to a professional future—under fair conditions and with fair pay. We have a right to safety, a right to health, and a right to opportunities. If you want to shape a fair tomorrow, you have to start today.
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