On 19 November, the public holiday Buß- und Bettag (Day of Prayer and Repentance) once again posed a challenge for parents in Bavaria: While schools were closed, businesses remained open, leaving families to find alternative childcare. That’s where the TechDay for kids at Krones came to the rescue!
For several years now, the Krones sites in Neutraubling, Nittenau and Rosenheim have hosted the TechDay for kids on the Day of Prayer and Repentance. In Neutraubling for example, 60 children aged eight to 14 had the chance to explore the exciting world of technology and discover the diverse training opportunities in electrical engineering, metal engineering and information technology. As in previous years, apprentices and trainers took the lead, guiding the kids through five interactive stations throughout the morning and answering every question along the way. This was a great opportunity for the children not only to get a glimpse into the daily operations of a global company but also to learn about potential future career paths.
The interactive workshops were a real highlight for the participants: From metalworking and electrical experiments to reaction tests and brain teasers – there really was something for everyone to enjoy! At the end of the day, the kids proudly showed off their creative projects to their parents.
“What I liked most that day was building and crafting! Bending metal to make roses and elephants – and even engraving them ourselves – was awesome. Sadly, we couldn’t see the machines up close, but we did peek into the training centre through the windows and checked out a dismantled filler outside. That was really cool. Hopefully, I can take part again next year!” – Vincent, 12
The TechDay for kids is a fantastic opportunity for both children and parents. And who knows: Maybe we’ll see some of these faces again in the future, either as participants again or even as new apprentices!