Ilka Juergens De Vries
About Ilka Juergens De Vries
Ilka Juergens De Vries is a Learning and Development Specialist at PHOENIX CONTACT, with a background in adult education and media education. She has held various roles in educational and corporate settings, including positions at Volkswagen AG and Bielefeld University.
Current Role at PHOENIX CONTACT
Ilka Juergens De Vries has been employed as a Learning and Development Specialist at PHOENIX CONTACT since 2020. In this role, she focuses on enhancing employee skills and competencies through tailored training programs and workshops. Her work contributes to the overall development of the workforce, ensuring that employees are equipped with the necessary tools for professional growth.
Previous Experience at Volkswagen AG
Ilka Juergens De Vries has held multiple trainee positions at Volkswagen AG. She worked as a trainee in the Employee Representative Committee for three months in 2014 and again for six months in 2015, where she focused on her Bachelor thesis. Additionally, she completed a seven-month traineeship at the Volkswagen Academy from 2017 to 2018, culminating in her Master thesis. These experiences provided her with insights into corporate structures and employee engagement.
Academic Background at Bielefeld University
Ilka Juergens De Vries studied at Bielefeld University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Science of Education with a focus on Education and Didactics, as well as Sociology from 2012 to 2015. She continued her studies at the same institution, achieving a Master of Arts in Science of Education, concentrating on Adult Education and Media Education from 2015 to 2018. Her academic background supports her expertise in learning and development.
Role as Head of Human Resources Development
During her time at STUNT e.V. - Studentische Unternehmensberatung Bielefeld, Ilka Juergens De Vries served as the Head of Human Resources Development from 2015 to 2018. In this capacity, she demonstrated leadership skills by managing human resources initiatives and contributing to the professional development of fellow students. Her involvement in this student consulting association allowed her to apply her academic knowledge in a practical setting.
Skills and Intercultural Awareness
Ilka Juergens De Vries possesses strong intercultural awareness, a skill developed through her experiences living abroad. She has demonstrated her ability to develop and conduct training sessions and workshops that focus on adult education and learning methods. Her background in education and her practical experiences enable her to effectively engage with diverse groups and foster an inclusive learning environment.