Telebasel highlights the international recruitment initiative in Weil am Rhein, where Indian trainees are preparing for careers in early childhood education.
On 14 October 2026, Swiss broadcaster Telebasel featured the international childcare recruitment initiative in Weil am Rhein in its punkt6 thema programme, highlighting how the city is exploring new approaches to addressing its shortage of qualified childcare professionals.
The report follows Lakshit Roonwal, an Indian trainee from Rajasthan, who began his vocational training at the Haus der kleinen Stühle daycare centre in Weil am Rhein in September 2026.
Through his experiences, the feature provides a closer look at the journey of international trainees, from adapting to a new culture and working environment to developing language skills and building meaningful relationships with colleagues and children.
The initiative has welcomed its first two Indian trainees, with nine additional participants expected to join in the next intake. It reflects how international recruitment can support long-term workforce development in Germany’s childcare sector.
The report also features perspectives from local employers, municipal representatives and community members, highlighting the importance of workplace support, cultural understanding and successful integration.
IndiaWorks is proud to contribute to this initiative, connecting Indian talent with German employers and supporting structured recruitment, preparation and integration.
The Telebasel feature offers a valuable perspective on how international partnerships can create opportunities for young professionals while helping German organisations address their future workforce needs.
Watch the full Telebasel feature to discover the people and experiences behind this initiative.
