Amusement Park Jobs and Career Opportunities at BELANTIS

With an apprenticeship at an amusement park, you not only attend the most exciting vocational school, but you also benefit from a highly varied training program with real responsibility:

• Seasonal variety: BELANTIS is open from April to October. Your tasks take place around the attractions, in the restaurants, and close to our guests. In winter, you will learn the administrative processes behind the scenes.

• Responsibility from day one: In our small teams, you take on responsibility early. As a trainee in gastronomy or park operations, you are integrated into multiple teams from the first year and support personnel selection, onboarding, and coordination of new colleagues.

• No day is the same: Alternating between quiet and busy days, special events such as corporate parties or Halloween, and constantly changing decorations and activities ensure that there’s never a dull moment.

• Supportive mentorship: Our full-time professional supervisors are your fixed points of contact. You will receive regular, two-way feedback sessions aimed at helping you successfully complete your training.

• Career perspective: Even after your apprenticeship, we want to offer you a future. We look first to our own trainees to fill leadership and administrative positions.

• Small, focused trainee teams: With only one to two new apprentices per profession each year, you join a small team that receives thorough training.

Your vocational school:

• For a career in leisure & tourism: Sedlitz* (South Brandenburg) or Weimar (Thuringia)

• For a career in gardening and landscaping: Wurzen*

• For a career in warehouse and logistics: Schkeuditz near Leipzig

• For a career in event management: Riesa*
  * If attending vocational school involves significant travel, we provide financial compensation and tips for accommodation during block weeks.

Working hours:

• During the summer season, working hours in leisure & tourism and gastronomy follow BELANTIS’ opening times.

• In winter and in other training professions, early shifts apply (e.g., 7 AM in gardening/landscaping, 9 AM in events). Weekend shifts are compensated with weekdays off.

Training salary:

• Fair and increasing annually.

• We provide advice on financial support to help with your first apartment, tutoring, or daily commuting costs, so you don’t face difficulties at month’s end.

Additional benefits that make BELANTIS an excellent training company are detailed in the next section.

Your Employee Benefits at BELANTIS

Season Passes & Tickets:

• Free season passes for you, your partner, and your children

• Discounted day tickets / season passes for up to 10 additional people

• Price advantages on food, beverages, and souvenirs

• Discounts with our bonus partners on bakery goods, travel, multimedia, tickets, and events

Your Work at BELANTIS:

• Flexible work models: full-time, part-time, midi- or mini-jobs, short-term employment, or student contracts

• Pleasant working hours in gastronomy and sales / guest services: 10 AM – 5 PM during the off-season, up to 6 PM in the peak season (except special events and Halloween Adventure)

• Opportunities for advancement, e.g., safety officer, fire safety assistant, shift leader, restaurant manager in gastronomy, or operator of major rides in the adventure area

• Regular company events: summer party, season closing party, team events, barbecues, and more

Your Equipment:

• Free parking

• Free, high-quality functional clothing

• Comprehensive onboarding with fixed points of contact

• Employee handbook for reference

On-the-Job Amenities:

• Own staff cafeteria with daily rotating menu, salads, and desserts

• Mobile catering units for hot and cold days

• Option for a public transport job ticket (Deutschlandticket) and staff bus (line 105 to Markkleeberg S-Bahn station) during the season for punctual shift starts and safe return home

• Large, clean changing rooms and showers

Other Benefits:

• Assistance finding accommodation for short-term seasonal staff

• Working outdoors in the Leipzig New Lake District

• Only a 15-minute drive from Leipzig city center

Your Possible Employment Types at BELANTIS

Due to the seasonality of our main business, we cannot offer permanent full-time contracts in all areas. However, we aim to provide you, as a potential “Belaner,” with fair conditions and will inform you individually about your options before employment.

Seasonal Fixed-Term Contracts:

• Start no earlier than March and end no later than November

• Within this period, you can work in the following capacities:

Full-Time or Part-Time:

• Full-time: 160 hours/month

• Part-time: 141+ hours/month

Midjob (49 – 140 hours/month):

• Reduced social security contributions

• Taxed according to your income tax class

• Entitled to continued pay in case of illness

Mini Job (up to €520/month):

• Social security contributions paid by BELANTIS

• Net pay (we cover the 2% flat income tax for you)

Short-Term Employment:

• No earnings limit, but maximum 70 days of employment

• Legally available only if you are a student, pupil, apprentice, between school and university, homemaker, already employed, or self-employed with private health insurance

• No social security contributions

• You may earn as much as allowed under labor law

• Income tax may apply depending on your tax status

Working Student (only for students):

• No earnings limit, but max. 20 hours/week during lecture periods

• Only pension contributions apply; otherwise, almost full net pay

• Taxes apply only if annual income exceeds €9,168

Are you looking for or offering holiday jobs for international students in Germany?

Leipzig is a great home for people from all over the world, and BELANTIS is an excellent employer for the summer! We can employ students with a visa for holiday work for a minimum of 2 months and a maximum of 3 months at a time (up to 90 days).

You can find all information about international students at BELANTIS here.

FAQ: Jobs and Applications at BELANTIS

Are all advertised positions still available?
Yes, all advertised positions are updated daily and open for applications.

How can I apply at BELANTIS?
You can apply directly via the application form under each job posting or by email at personal@belantis.de.
Although we prefer digital applications for quicker processing and environmental reasons, you may also apply by post:

EVENT PARK GmbH
Attn: HR Department
Zur Weißen Mark 1
04249 Leipzig

Please note that we cannot return postal applications. Ensure we can contact you by phone or email during the application process.

Which documents should I include with my application?
The most important information is a brief introduction and your current contact details. If you want to impress us further, you can also include:

• Your resume / CV

• A personalized cover letter

• Copies of your most recent school or graduation certificates and/or work references

• Other references

Can I apply for multiple positions?
Yes! Please submit only one application and indicate in your cover letter which other roles you are interested in.

Can I visit without applying first?
Since not all HR staff are on site daily, please bring your resume and contact details. We will invite you for an introduction with your supervisor. You can also leave your application at our information desk, right after the castle entrance at the ticket counter.

When can I apply?

• Apprentices: for positions starting on August 1 each year

• Seasonal staff: between March 1 and November 15 each year

• Specialists in other areas: only when positions are advertised
  There are no application deadlines—you can apply whenever you see a position!

What happens to my application documents?
Your documents are added (digitally) to our applicant database and handled according to GDPR. If you wish, we can delete your documents immediately if no employment results.

Minimum age to apply:
You must be at least 16 years old. For certain responsible roles (e.g., ride operators, handling money), you must be of legal age.

Is there an upper age limit?
No—retirees are also employed and warmly welcome.

Can I apply without a work or residence permit?
You must have a valid work permit on your first day. EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens do not need a permit.
Non-EU citizens must obtain a residence permit with work authorization through the local immigration office in Germany or via the German embassy/consulate abroad.

Do I need good German skills?
Yes. As a BELANTIS employee, you are a host. You should have conversational or fluent German skills to communicate, receive training, and ensure workplace safety.

Does BELANTIS cover travel costs for the interview?
No, due to the number of applicants. We can provide a confirmation of your visit so you can claim reimbursement through the employment agency or tax return.

Can I work during school or semester breaks?
Yes! You should be available for at least three consecutive weeks to work independently after thorough training.

Is employee accommodation available?
No, we do not provide housing. HR can advise on nearby affordable guesthouses for seasonal employment.

Can I reach BELANTIS by public transport?
A bus runs only during the season and follows park hours, not employee shifts. We recommend commuting by car or bike (e.g., from the nearest S-Bahn station).

What are the daily working hours?
Hours vary by area and follow park opening times. Employees work according to a schedule.

Do I have to work weekends and holidays?
Yes, weekends and holidays are busy, and staff are expected to work. Compensatory days off are provided during the week.

What is the hourly wage at BELANTIS?
Wages vary by role and applicant experience. You will receive details during an initial phone interview after reviewing your background.