Apprenticeship IT Specialist (M/W/D) – Focus on System Integration

Data Driven, Client Focused, Individual – that’s the IRIS way.

As a media-, market research- and consulting company, we support our national and international customers from the sports business in extracting the best out of their investments.

You have fun keeping IT systems running and want to combine your enthusiasm for sports with your technical expertise? Then join our team!

To build on our IT structures, we are looking for support from a motivated young professional at the earliest possible time.

OUR COMPANY

• Locations: Karlsruhe and Cologne
• Company size: 64 employees
• Industry: Sport | Market and media research | Marketing and sponsoring | Business Intelligence | Digital Services
• Clients: Companies, associations, clubs, marketers
• Expertise: Intelligent, individual, and high-quality research products in the sports industry
• Company culture: Team spirit, self-responsibility, performance- and development-readiness, as well as a winning mentality

Your JOB

• Position: Apprenticeship IT Specialist (m/w/d) – Focus on System Integration
• Start date: 01.08.2026
• Employment: Unlimited and full-time (40 hours/week)
• Location: Cologne
• Ausbildungsvergütung : 1st year €850,- / 2nd year €1,050,- / 3rd year €1,250,-
• Holidays: 30 days/year plus several special leave days
• A challenging task in a varied and sports-oriented work environment

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU

• A qualified apprenticeship as an IT specialist (system integration) in a dynamic sport marketing environment
• Individual induction, support, and close guidance by experienced trainers
• Flexible, barrier-free working structures and support in everyday work
• Practical training: setting up, maintaining, and supporting our IT systems, networks, and applications
• Participation in exciting projects for the further development of our digital infrastructure
• Collegial collaboration in a motivated team

Your PROFILE

• Interest in IT systems, networks, and digital technology
• Pleasure in solving technical problems and willingness to learn new things
• Careful and reliable working style
• School leaving certificate: at least intermediate level or higher
  We are specifically looking for applicants with recognized disabilities or equal opportunities

HOW WE WORK

Our company culture is based on clear and open communication, flat hierarchies, and a strong sense of