{"id":157393,"date":"2025-07-25T10:38:59","date_gmt":"2025-07-25T09:38:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.steelcase.com\/eu-en\/?p=157393"},"modified":"2025-11-12T10:14:58","modified_gmt":"2025-11-12T10:14:58","slug":"joblinge-munich-launchpad-for-lifelong-success","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.steelcase.com\/eu-en\/research\/articles\/topics\/case-studies\/joblinge-munich-launchpad-for-lifelong-success\/","title":{"rendered":"JOBLINGE Munich: A Launchpad for Lifelong Success"},"content":{"rendered":"

In Munich, a new kind of learning space is helping young people take confident steps toward their future. Building on the success of its Frankfurt basecamp<\/a>, JOBLINGE<\/a> has created a dynamic environment designed to empower youth as they navigate the path from school to the successful completion of their apprenticeships.<\/p>\n

Through mentoring, tutoring, and life skills training, JOBLINGE offers holistic support to help participants find the right apprenticeship for them, complete it successfully, and enter the workforce. Reports show that in Germany, nearly 30% of apprentices drop out of their programs<\/a>, and there\u2019s a gap between the 70,000 apprenticeship vacancies<\/a> and the young people seeking apprenticeships. JOBLINGE\u2019s mission is to change that.<\/p>\n

The new Munich basecamp is designed to embody this mission with an inspiring space designed to support learning and community. Made possible through a bold vision, agile execution, and a strong partnership with Steelcase, the space came to life in less than six months and is already making a difference.<\/p>\n\"\"

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From Vision to Reality: A Space with Purpose<\/h2>\n

The idea was clear from the start: create a multifunctional, inspiring learning space that supports young people during their apprenticeship and as they navigate their path after school. Charlotte Knull, cross-regional basecamp consultant at JOBLINGE, led the strategic vision, while Mara Brekenfeld, former team lead for Munich basecamp (until July 2025), brought it to life on the ground.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe wanted a space that could do it all \u2014 support tutoring and quiet study, as well as collaboration and synergy\u201d Charlotte explains. \u201cIt had to be flexible, welcoming, and tailored to the needs of our trainees.\u201d<\/p>\n

Once sponsorship from five corporate partners was secured, the project accelerated. Charlotte and her team identified the location and invited Mara to co-lead the setup. Together with Georgeta Macovei, Steelcase Learning Consultant, they quickly tackled challenges and transformed the space.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt was intense,\u201d Mara recalls. \u201cWe had to plan everything \u2014 from the layout to the lighting. But it was also incredibly energizing to see it come together so quickly.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cWe wanted a space that could do it all \u2014 support tutoring and quiet study, as well as collaboration and synergy. It had to be flexible, welcoming, and tailored to the needs of our trainees.\u201d <\/p>Charlotte Knullcross-regional basecamp consultant at JOBLINGE <\/span><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n

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Turning Obstacles into Opportunities<\/h2>\n

Finding the right space in central Munich was a major hurdle. The team needed a location that was affordable, accessible, and large enough to accommodate coaching rooms, classrooms, event areas, and a library. The contract process was equally complex, involving multiple stakeholders and tight nonprofit constraints.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe space was completely open when we got it,\u201d says Georgeta. \u201cWe had to design from scratch \u2014 partitioning areas, defining functions, and making the two floors feel connected.\u201d With creativity and collaboration, the team overcame these challenges. Carefully selected furnishings and thoughtful design choices, such as calming green walls and natural tones, brought warmth and cohesion to the space. \u201cWe didn\u2019t want it to feel like patchwork,\u201d Georgeta explains. \u201cWe wanted it to feel intentional, inspiring, and alive.\u201d<\/p>\n

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A Learning Space That Supports Every Step of the Journey<\/h2>\n

The Munich basecamp is thoughtfully designed to support what young people need during their post-school and apprenticeship journey. The space features a calm, quiet library perfect for focused study, while the flexible classroom encourages collaboration and active learning. A coffee area provides a welcoming setting for informal conversations, networking, and social interaction. Coaching rooms offer privacy for one-on-one support. And an event space serves as a vibrant venue for regular workshops, performances, and community gatherings.<\/p>\n\"\"

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A Strong Partnership: JOBLINGE and Steelcase<\/h2>\n

As a long-standing community partner, JOBLINGE worked together with Steelcase in a dynamic collaboration to bring the vision to life. \u201cWe had weekly meetings, constant emails \u2014 it was a true partnership,\u201d Mara says. \u201cInsights from Steelcase were invaluable and they helped us with everything from color palettes to furniture placement.\u201d From the earliest planning stages, Georgeta and the Steelcase ChangeMakers team in Munich provided design expertise, logistical support, and a deep understanding of how space influences behavior.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe had weekly meetings, constant emails \u2014 it was a true partnership. Insights from Steelcase were invaluable and they helped us with everything from color palettes to furniture placement.\u201d <\/p>Mara Brekenfeldformer team lead for Munich basecamp (until July 2025)<\/span><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n

Steelcase also coordinated technology and furniture deliveries, shared best practices, and invited JOBLINGE staff to workshops and events to foster ongoing learning. \u201cWe hit the jackpot working with Steelcase,\u201d says Charlotte. \u201cThey didn\u2019t just help us build a space. They helped us build a community.\u201d<\/p>\n

Real Impact: Empowering Young People Every Day<\/h2>\n

The Munich basecamp is a space where young people feel seen, supported, and empowered. It\u2019s buzzing with activity from morning to night, with daily workshops, mentoring, and tutoring sessions.<\/p>\n

Recent surveys confirm the new space\u2019s success: participants describe the space as\u202finviting, calm, and inspiring. They appreciate the colorful, ergonomic furniture, the flexibility to choose where and how to work, and the supportive presence of staff. The library supports focused study, the classroom encourages collaboration, and the get-together area fosters community.<\/p>\n

\u201cSpace influences how people feel,\u201d says Georgeta. \u201cThe JOBLINGE space in Munich reimagines what learning can look and feel like \u2014 shifting away from traditional classrooms toward human-centered environments that encourage curiosity and growth and foster a sense of belonging.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThe JOBLINGE space in Munich reimagines what learning can look and feel like \u2014 shifting away from traditional classrooms toward human-centered environments that encourage curiosity and growth and foster a sense of belonging.\u201d<\/p>Georgeta MacoveiSteelcase Learning Consultant<\/span><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n

Evolving Spaces, Expanding Future<\/h2>\n

The Munich basecamp is already proving to be exactly what it set out to be: a space that inspires, supports, and empowers. Every day, young people walk through its doors and find not only a place to learn but also a community that believes in them.<\/p>\n

With six basecamps now operating across Germany, each tailored to its local context, JOBLINGE is scaling its impact. Hybrid and digital workshops are expanding, enabling trainees from different cities to connect and grow together. And as the needs of young people change, these spaces are intentionally designed to evolve over time and support learning and community now and in the future.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere\u2019s so much that goes on behind the scenes to bring a space like this to life,\u201d Charlotte shared. \u201cBut then you see young people walk in, feel at home, and start to believe in themselves. That\u2019s when you know it was all worth it.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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