Space for projects close to your heart
A career start with heart and home
Elwin has been part of the abat family for over a decade - and his story shows what we mean by cohesion and freedom. In 2010, fresh from his A-levels, Elwin was looking for an employer that suited him not only professionally but also personally. "I wanted something that was close to home," he says. Bremen as a location and the dual study program at abat sounded ideal. "That was my first and only job interview - and it was a direct fit."
A lot has happened since then: Elwin now works as an SAP consultant for a major car manufacturer and masters projects with passion and technical expertise. But for him, abat is about more than just the job. It's about a culture that supports and inspires.
A project close to our hearts: Support for young people with Ethictrain
In addition to his work at abat, Elwin has a special voluntary position: he is the third chairman of Ethictrain, a non-profit organization from Nordenham that helps young people in Germany to promote their personal development. Ethictrain now offers around 150 young people aged between 12 and 28 a platform where they are supported through regular meetings and coaching. "We want to offer young people a protective space where they can build an appreciative relationship with themselves and grow personally," explains Elwin. His commitment to the association is a matter close to his heart, and abat supports him on several levels.
abat as a partner: support for voluntary work
Last year, Elwin had the opportunity to present his project on abat TV - and the result was a direct donation pledge. But that's not all: during the European Football Championship, there was another fundraising campaign that raised a considerable amount for Ethictrain. "It's great how abat is behind the project and how we can support so many young people as a result," says Elwin gratefully.
This kind of support reflects what makes abat special: the freedom to do the important things in life. "abat is not just about work, but about allowing us to develop outside of work," says Elwin. This feeling of support motivates him to give his best every day - for his work and for his passion for volunteering.
Work, family and voluntary work in harmony
If you ask Elwin what abat means to him, he doesn't have to think twice. "For me, it's family. I felt that back in 2010, and nothing has changed since then." abat is about togetherness that goes far beyond the professional. This culture of cohesion and mutual trust is unique for Elwin.
But the flexibility that abat offers as an employer also plays a major role. With three children and a fulfilling voluntary job, his everyday life is anything but boring. "abat gives me the freedom to take care of the things that are close to my heart - and I really appreciate that," says Elwin. He manages to balance work, family and volunteering with ease.
Creating open spaces together
Elwin's story shows what abat is all about: giving people the freedom to live out their passions and develop to their full potential.
At abat, freedom is not just words, it is part of our DNA. Together with its employees, abat creates an atmosphere in which not only professional but also personal goals are given space. Join our Team!
