Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Applications can only be submitted via the application form on our website: to the application form (german only).

We assign the rooms according to social criteria, i.a. according to the current place of residence, the age of the applicant or the size of the training company.

We usually respond to applications within one week. You will either receive a rejection, the information that you are on the waiting list, or you will be included in the further procedure.

Unfortunately, we can’t comment on your chances of getting a spot. Since we have recorded your data, you will be on the waiting list and will be informed regularly by us.

For changes or corrections, the changed data must be sent promptly by email to zimmer@azubiwerk.de, so that we can enter these into our system. Important: If necessary we need an email message that the old application form should be canceled, and you will send a new one.

You are now on the shortlist for the next free room. You will then receive a link from us to a form with which we can request further information. You then have to answer this within a week. Important: Admission to the further procedure is not a binding room confirmation.

If your apprenticeship contract is not yet available, you can alternatively submit a letter of confirmation from your future apprenticing company stating that you will be trained there.

If you do not have a contract or confirmation from a company, no rental agreement can be made. Your name will be back on the waiting list.

After we have received and checked all documents from you, we will consider you the next time we allocate rooms. You will usually receive further information after 2-4 weeks. Important: Admission to the further procedure is not a binding room confirmation.

The deposit, as well as the rent, must always be paid in full. If you have a financial shortage, you can get a loan through the Job Centre. Please contact the Youth Job Centre: click here (german only).

We try to accommodate all wishes. However, it may be in the sense of the apartment composition that we decide otherwise.

We usually try to consider your wish for a roommate (if you provide us the name). But we may decide otherwise, if the room distribution will not work.

Unfortunately, for data protection reasons, we cannot pass on the names and contact details of future roommates.

This is only possible in justified exceptional cases.

The term of lease is always up to the end of your apprenticeship plus 3 months.

In accordance with the German law we have a 3 months’ notice period. You can terminate the lease by the third working day of a calendar month. The lease will then expire the calendar month after next. For example: If you cancel your contract by April 3rd, the lease ends at the end of June.

You can find current rental prices here.

No, the rent covers all ancillary costs (heating, water, garbage fees etc.), electricity, internet and telephone.

You will not have to pay a broadcasting fee, while residing in the dormitory (normally € 17.50 per room).

With your signature you give us the possibility – if necessary – to debit rent arrears of a maximum of 30 euros per month from your account. If you want to buy something from the Azubiwerk Foundation (e.g. a sweater with a print), we can also debit the money from your account. It is not a debit on a regular basis, you only give us permission to debit with prior notice.

Visiting appointments in Wandsbek are currently not possible due to the current situation. You can have a look at the common areas in Wandsbek digitally on our website: click here.

Visiting appointments in Harburg are currently not possible due to the current situation. But you can use our virtual flat tour on our website: click here.

We usually select the earliest date.

Yes. The house rules as well as the terms of usage are attached to the rental agreement.

Yes, but house rules must be followed. For example, visitors are only allowed to stay overnight with you for a total of 8 days a month. No parties in the apartments, since the common areas are available for this purpose.

There is a laundry room with washing machines and dryers in the basement (for a fee).

In each room there is a bed with mattress (90×200 cm), wardrobe, shelf, desk, movable storage container, desk lamp, desk chair, pin board and curtains.

The kitchens are equipped with: electric cooker, oven (only in 3 and 4 room apartments), fridge-freezer combination, dishwasher (except in single apartments), microwave, sink, kitchen cupboards and work surfaces. In addition, dining table and chairs are provided.

In addition to your personal belongings (for your own room), you have to bring your own kitchen utensils (pots, pans, dishes, cutlery, etc.). But it may be that your roommate already has kitchen equipment that you can use. You can check this on the day of moving in. Furthermore, you may need your own cleaning utensils and detergents. There is a room with cleaning utensils on each floor. There you can borrow the necessary utensils (availability may vary).

No, this is not possible. We must adhere to certain safety standards and oppose our own logistical considerations.

You are welcome to bring your own TV for your room. There is a cable connection in your room for the TV signal (approx. 60 TV programs). A DVB-C receiver is required for reception. Many modern televisions have this already integrated.

You can enjoy yourselves in the spacious common area, which is equipped with a bar, music and lighting system, table football as well as a pool table and table tennis. There are also sofas, tables and chairs. We provide a lounge with video projector and large screen too. Our highlight is the rooftop terrace including a grill and bar.

If available, you can use the following parking spaces in the underground garage: bicycle (free), car (EUR 53 per month), motorcycle (EUR 18 per month).

In each room there is a bed with mattress (140×200 cm), bedside table, wardrobe, chest of drawers, desk, desk lamp, desk chair and curtains.

The following is available in the kitchens: induction stove, oven, fridge-freezer combination, dishwasher, microwave, sink, kitchen cupboards and work surfaces. In addition, dining table and chairs are provided.

In addition to your personal belongings (for your own room), you have to bring your own kitchen utensils (pots, pans, dishes, cutlery, etc.). You also need to bring your own cleaning utensils and detergents. But it may be that your roommate already has kitchen equipment and cleaning utensils that you can use. You can check this on the day of moving in.

No, this is not possible. We must adhere to certain safety standards and oppose our own logistical considerations.

You are welcome to bring your own TV for your room. There is a cable connection in your room for the TV signal (approx. 60 TV programs). A DVB-C receiver is required for reception. Many modern televisions have this already integrated.

In Harburg there are a total of 3 common rooms plus a roof terrace. In the common rooms, the following is available: 2 communal kitchens, a bar, a spacious sofa area, a projector with a large screen, light and sound systems as well as tables and bar chairs. The roof terrace has a grill, seating areas and a small bar.

If available, you can use the following parking spaces: bicycle (EUR 4.12 per month), car (EUR 53 per month).