Application & F.A.Q.

Preparation is everything!

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BECOMING PART OF KTM AG, THEN YOU’VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE.

SELECTION OF EMPLOYEES


We consider the process of selecting our employees to be very important, as they make a huge contribution to our joint success.
We are not only interested in the technical skills you possess – we also take your soft skills into account. But most of all, it is important that our shared values and ideas are aligned – because only then will we become an unbeatable team. So that you can also more effectively assess whether we are a good match, it is useful if you do a bit of preparation in advance. Below you will find our application tips, which will guide you through the application process and prepare you for any future interviews.

Application Tips

Preparation is everything

Find out more about our company and ask yourself whether you can identify with our values, philosophy and product. It would be helpful to start by thinking about which values matter to you and what you want from your future employer. This will help you to learn more about yourself and KTM AG and get a better feel for how compatible we could be.

Have fun!

Your first step toward going full throttle. We would like to get to know you better during the interview and get a first impression of the real you.
Tell us about your personal experiences, qualifications and knowledge and don’t forget: have fun! We would really like to have a relaxed conversation with you. 

Be yourself

We want you to feel at ease during our first conversation. “Racing suits, not business suits” – that’s our motto! Our tip: Choose an outfit appropriate for the situation, but above all, one that suits you. A well-groomed appearance is of course an important requirement.

Are you nervous?

We know that a job interview is not an everyday situation, but there is no need to be nervous.
Often, a friendly approach can have a really positive impact on a conversation.
Just be yourself, and you will see that your nervousness will quickly fade. 

Be curious

Don’t forget: We will get to know one another – so we’ll introduce ourselves too! We encourage you to ask questions, be curious and swap ideas with us. Showing an interest also demonstrates to us that you are motivated and helps you to get a good impression of the company.

Recruiting ProCess:

  1. Are you ready to get started? Apply online in just a few seconds and send us your resume. You have already navigated the first bend.
  2. After a preselection phase lasting about a week, you will receive initial feedback. your next challenge is a personal interview with a recruiting partner and the department. 
  3. You can impress us in telephone interviews, video  interviews – including pre-recorded video interviews – one-to-one interviews and work trials. Or you can visit us at an assessment center. The selection process varies depending on the division and position. You will also have the opportunity to get to know the world of KTM AG and your future team. 
  4. As a new family member, we will help you to feel “at home” as quickly as possible. With the help of digital training and presentations, you will gain a deep insight into the company even before the Welcome Day. During your onboarding phase, you will be assigned a buddy from your department who will give you support and guidance. On an Experience Day, you will get to know the different divisions within the company (including the production divisions) as part of a guided tour. We will stand with you at the grid – so you can get a perfect start. 
A visualization of the recruiting process

We’re watching out for talent! In our own KTM AG talent pool, we take on interesting applicants and can then actively approach you for potential positions. This means that even if we don’t yet have a suitable job advertised for you, it’s worth sending us a speculative application.

Isabel Wiemann, Team Leader Recruiting

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BECOMING PART OF KTM AG, THEN YOU’VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE.

SELECTION OF EMPLOYEES


A professionally designed and carefully considered resume is the first step toward a successful application. This should have a clear central theme that matches the position advertised. Your letter of motivation gives you the opportunity to show your interest and enthusiasm. Here you can really demonstrate why you are the right person for the job by explaining your expectations of the position and giving specific examples. In a one-to-one, you can win me over by showing that you have thought about the company and the position in advance, and by asking specific questions.

Be yourself!

You definitely don’t need a business outfit to impress us. It’s much more important to me that you are someone with an authentic demeanor with whom I can have a good conversation, as equals. Nervousness is natural at these kinds of meetings, but is really not necessary. I look forward to getting to know you and to having an honest discussion with you.

Isabel Wiemann

​We are convinced that every question should get an answer.


HOW SHOULD I APPLY? arrow

In order to comply with the data protection guidelines and yet ensure fast processing times, we only ask for an online application via our KTM AG career portal. Here, you can upload your own individual application documents (cover letter, resume, references, photo). You’ll receive an automatically generated confirmation e-mail when you have completed the process successfully.

I AM INTERESTED IN SEVERAL JOB VACANCIES – SHOULD I APPLY FOR EACH ONE INDIVIDUALLY AT THE SAME TIME? arrow

Please send us a separate application for each position you are interested in. We are then happy to check which position might be the most appropriate from our perspective.

HOW OFTEN ARE THE JOBS UPDATED? arrow

Our job platform is continually updated. This means that all advertised positions are vacant, although the filling status naturally varies from position to position.

DOES KTM AG ALSO OFFER INTERNSHIPS DURING THE HOLIDAYS? arrow

We offer you the opportunity to get to know our company better during the summer vacation (July–September). The application period for vacation internships is exclusively from the end of December to the end of March. Please apply via our online platform under “Job openings”. We shall notify you of any potential work opportunities by the end of April. Summer internships are possible in a range of specialist areas. Please specify the area which would interest you most in your letter of application.

WHERE CAN I FIND OUT ABOUT THE COMPANY AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES? arrow

KTM AG participates in career fairs on an ongoing basis. If you would like to talk to our company representatives, then our recruiting team looks forward to meeting you when you visit our career fair stand. Further information about the career fair dates is available here.

WHAT DOCUMENTS SHOULD BE INCLUDED IN A GOOD APPLICATION? arrow

To submit an application to our company, you need an informative cover letter, a resume and relevant references. Please ensure that your application also indicates which area you wish to work in.

WHEN CAN I EXPECT A RESPONSE TO MY APPLICATION? arrow

You will receive an automatically generated confirmation email as soon as you have successfully completed the online application. If we need any extra information or documents from you, we’ll contact you by e-mail or phone. Following a preselection phase (usually 1 week), you’ll receive feedback from us. For unsolicited applications, it may take three to four weeks before you receive feedback from us.

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO THE INTERVIEW? arrow

If you have enclosed all relevant information with the application documents already, then nothing else in particular needs to be taken to the interview. We are looking forward to meeting good candidates who are interested, motivated, and ready to get started!

WHAT OPPORTUNITIES DO I HAVE TO DEVELOP PROFESSIONALLY AND PERSONALLY AT KTM AG? arrow

Our KTM_academy

offers a wide range of further education and training opportunities. This includes training courses, workshops, seminars, meetings, conferences and in-house training. Your goals for the coming year are set in a performance talk with your direct manager. KTM AG offers you training to further improve your skills – giving you the boost you need to speed across the finish line.

WHEN SHOULD I APPLY FOR AN APPRENTICESHIP? arrow

Questions and answers about an apprenticeship at KTM AG can be found under the menu item Apprenticeship.

DOES KTM ALSO ACCEPT UNSOLICITED APPLICATIONS? arrow

If you cannot find a suitable position in the KTM AG career portal, you can also send us an unsolicited application. Please do not forget to specify your intended field of work.

HOW DOES THE SELECTION PROCESS AT KTM WORK? arrow

We invite the most interesting candidates to an initial interview, which can take place either on the telephone or in person. Depending on the position you are applying for, this can consist of 1–3 steps. Your recruiter will inform you about the details of the interview partners and the process that awaits you.

DOES KTM AG OFFER INTERNSHIPS AND A BACHELOR’S/MASTER’S THESIS PROGRAM? arrow

KTM AG regularly offers internships and the possibility of writing your Bachelor’s/Master’s thesis in cooperation with us in a wide range of specialist areas. In most cases, internships and final degree theses are linked. Internships are often the first foundation stone for a later career at our company. If you are interested in becoming a part of KTM AG after completing your internship, we can work together to discover what opportunities exist for you to join our company. Specific job advertisements can be found under Vacant Positions.

WHAT BENEFITS DOES THE COMPANY OFFER? arrow

In addition to attractive initial and continuing education and training in the KTM_academy, flexible working hours and an employee canteen, KTM AG also offers a pension scheme and a range of discounts. Childcare opportunities, health promotion options (company doctor, occupational psychologist, participation in sporting events) and employee events are also available. You can find more information about our benefits here.

DO YOU HAVE A QUESTION ABOUT THE APPLICATION?


Please get in touch using the following contact details of Isabel Wiemann

mail: Isabel.wiemann@ktm.com
phone: +43 676 34 73 871

QUESTIONS ABOUT AN APPRENTICESHIP?


If you have any questions about an apprenticeship at KTM AG, the apprenticeship workshop team will be happy to help:

mail: lehre@ktm.com
phone: +43 (0)7742 6000 200

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