Dual study program in Computer Science

Job Description

Annual bonus, employee savings plan, flexible working hours
Vocational training, part-time possible
Berlin

As one of the largest employers in the region, the State of Berlin, with around 136,000 employees, ensures daily that Berlin functions as a vibrant metropolis and as a home for approximately 3.7 million people.

The Technical Tax Office Berlin (TFA Berlin) is the data center for the Berlin tax administration.
Within this remit, TFA Berlin is the IT service provider for the approximately 7,500 employees in the Berlin tax offices and the roughly 800 staff members of the Senate Department for Finance.

Your tasks

The dual study program is offered in cooperation with the Berlin School of Economics and Law (HWR Berlin) and lasts three years. Practical and theoretical phases alternate approximately every three months.

As part of your studies you will learn or take evidence of:
  • Programming and Software Engineering
  • in-depth content of computer science (operating systems, databases and networks)
  • interdisciplinary content such as the legal, sociological and business aspects of computer science
  • Elective courses in the fields of graphics/multimedia, artificial intelligence and mobile systems
We offer:
  • a tuition fee of €1,400 gross and coverage of tuition fees
  • paid semester ticket
  • Annual special payment ("Christmas bonus") under the applicable conditions of the TV-L
  • monthly capital city allowance
  • capital accumulation benefits
  • a sound practical education in the Windows and Linux environment (especially server development) and in application development
  • a wide range of IT topics (from thin clients to mainframes)
  • nationwide cooperation within the KONSENS network and the northern German states
  • comprehensive support during your studies
  • a very good working atmosphere
  • a company health management system
  • a high chance of being hired after successful completion
  • diverse application possibilities and further development opportunities
  • Reconciling family and career

Your profile

They bring with them:
  • Interest in IT
  • good German and English skills
  • good math skills
  • Enjoyment of working in a team
  • strong communication skills
  • high willingness to learn and perform

Work-life balance

30 days of vacation, flexible working hours, the possibility of part-time employment and certain opportunities for working from home help you to balance family, leisure and career.

for diversity

We value diversity and actively embrace it. The State of Berlin is committed to a respectful, discrimination-free working environment for all employees through numerous measures.

Working for the common good

With your work, you make an important contribution to society and create sustainable improvements that positively influence the lives of many people in our city.

Health management

Health is important to us: With many sports and health programs in the office building, we promote active workplace health management.

A collegial working atmosphere

Agile, networked, flexible: With New Work, desk sharing and agile working methods, we create a working environment that fits your working style – not the other way around.

Information on the application process and contact person

Have we sparked your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your application by December 31, 2026.

Contact persons for your questions:

Ms. Hartz (030 9024 35845) and Mr. Reimann (030 9024 35855) will be happy to assist you.

Required application documents:

  • A compelling cover letter, a tabular CV, copies of the last two certificates, and possibly other documents.
  • University entrance qualification or proof of an equivalent educational qualification (§ 11 Berlin Higher Education Act). For foreign qualifications, proof of equivalence (recognition in Germany) and a German language certificate at level C1 are required.

Please note that only applications with complete documentation can be considered.
A (passport) photo is not required.

Please apply exclusively online via "Apply Now".
We value and promote diversity regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnic background, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. Applications from women, people with disabilities, and people with a migration background are particularly welcome. In cases of equal qualifications, women (if underrepresented) and severely disabled persons/persons with equivalent status will be given preference, and people with a migration background will be given special consideration.
Further information on dual studies can be found at https://www.berlin.de/sen/finanzen/ueber-uns/karriere/ausbildung-duales-studium/it-in-der-steuerverwaltung/artikel.1305473.php