Girls’ Day at Opel: Exciting Insights into Technical Occupations

• Focus on software development and vocational training
• Hands-on workshops on data measurement and vehicle software
• Need for well-trained female professionals

Girls' Day wants to create enthusiasm for MINT professions (mathematics, information technology, natural sciences, technology). Car-related jobs are currently more exciting than ever in the context of electrification and digitization. Opel has supported the nationwide Girls' Day since very beginning and today opened its doors again to girls between the ages of 10 and 17. At the Opel headquarters in Rüsselsheim, participants were welcomed by Managing Director Human Resources Ralph Wangemann.

“Initiative sends an important signal to society. In MINT occupations in particular, we need young females in order to be able to successfully implement and live equal rights and diversity. Diversity, in turn, promotes creativity and ideas. It is a cornerstone of our corporate success,” said Ralph Wangemann.

This year, Opel is focusing on topics of software development as well as dual study options and diverse apprenticeships at Opel. Participants can test their technical skills directly on site and, among other things, experience interaction of electrical engineering and mechanics during data measurement performed on a vehicle. Another workshop provides insights into future of vehicle software with a simulation and live demonstration using air conditioning system as an example.

Automotive industry is currently undergoing a profound transformation and the demands on skilled workers are changing rapidly. Opel is consistently pushing ahead with its electrification offensive and is working intensively on vehicle communication and mobility services. More and more modern software is being used and is playing a key role on way to climate-neutral mobility - with new and exciting challenges for the next generation of skilled workers.