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Apprentices in mechanical engineering start their first year with an average monthly salary of 860 euros in the technical field, rising to 1078 euros in their fourth year. Commercial trainees also receive an average of 860 euros in their first year and 964 euros in their third year. "Compared to other sectors, the mechanical engineering industry is in the upper range, comparable to bank clerks, for example," says VDMA department head Illner. In addition to the salary, ...