Corporate Social Integrity

‘What inspires me at Rheinmetall in my day-to-day work is the open and respectful dialogue. We promote open and intercultural exchange. Because everyone can learn something from each other.’

MONICA WERTHEIM

Head of Global HR Operations

What concerns us

Generations

People

Cultures

Each and everybody counts

We firmly believe that equal opportunities are the foundation of fair and successful cooperation. That is why we create a working environment in which all employees are given the same opportunities. Only together can we achieve our goals and form a strong unit.

What unites us are the values on which we build: respect, trust, and openness. They are the foundation of our cooperation and the key to a culture in which everyone feels valued and supported.

We take responsibility for our employees so that everyone has the same opportunities for development. All perspectives, experiences, and personalities contribute significantly to our shared success. This is a major advantage of our international company.

Making participation visible – Sending a message together

On International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Rheinmetall once again sent a strong message about participation and accessibility. In this video about the corporate event, personal statements and impressions show what made this day so special.

Live at the corporate headquarters in Düsseldorf

Together with Borussia Düsseldorf, Paralympic champion Sandra Mikolaschek and other guests impressively demonstrated the dynamism, precision, and passion involved in para table tennis. Our employees had the opportunity to try their hand at table tennis themselves – and gain valuable insights into the everyday lives of para-athletes through personal exchanges.

Digital at other locations

At the same time, online lectures on topics such as invisible disabilities, neurodiversity, and diversity of perspectives in everyday working life met with great interest. Our junior staff also took a clear stand for fairness, respect, and openness – as seen in their own video contribution.

With the support of the international #PositivelyPurple campaign – featuring purple banners on LinkedIn and illuminated corporate headquarters – the commitment was also visible to the outside world.

Seeing, hearing, and valuing people – and creating conditions in which everyone can contribute their strengths. That's what matters.

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Interview with Matthias Pape: Particaption begins with trust

‘You can trust Rheinmetall that you will never be disadvantaged or even dismissed because of your limitations. On the contrary. You can expect support, whether from the representative for severely disabled employees or from your superiors.’

Matthias Pape

Group representative for severely disabled employees

Matthias Pape is not someone who stands quietly on the sidelines. He has been involved in voluntary work since his youth – whether in clubs, on the local council or as mayor. But it was only with the birth of his second daughter, who was born with a disability, that participation became a matter close to his heart. “From that moment on, the issue was no longer abstract. I knew I wanted to make a difference – for my daughter, for others, for our community.”

Experiences

‘My hearing loss is not a weakness, but a strength. It has taught me to be open and self-confident and shows that being different is not a negative thing - it is a source of pride and strength.’

CARINA SEMBRITZKI

Internal Auditor

Carina Sembritzki, who has been working in Tatjana Hauner's Internal Audit team at Rheinmetall since 2021, is part of our team. Since the age of two, she has been severely handicapped by hearing loss bordering on deafness. She is open about her disability and draws conclusions that are important for everyone.

“Seeing the person behind the disability – that's what real support means to me.”

RUBEN

Annual intern in HR

Ruben describes how much the past year has shaped him. The young intern with a severe disability has made great strides in recent months, not only professionally but also personally – and is now on the verge of realizing his dream. “When a new perspective opens up, it can be the most beautiful moment in life.”

From a school internship to a year-long internship – and soon to an apprenticeship?

Voices without sound

‘I like my work here at Rheinmetall. The way we interact with each other, the respect we receive from our superiors, and the communication — all of this develops over time.’

RENAN FERREIRA

Production Operator

Renan is one of our deaf colleagues in Brazil. He is very grateful for the opportunity to show how hearing impairments are managed in a production environment. Renan has been with us since 2017 and works as a production employee at a Pierburg plant.

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‘Life is a constant change. But one thing never changes: the value of respect.’

BRUNO SILVA

Production Operator

Bruno is one of our colleagues in Brazil. He works for Rheinmetall for thirteen years – and his journey is one of growth, mutual learning and connection. And Bruno is deaf.

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Neurodivergence – Minds full of ideas

The human brain can develop in many different ways, both in terms of its structure and how it functions. These differences shape our individual ways of thinking and perceiving the world. While some neurological patterns are more common and are referred to as “neurotypical,” there are also forms that deviate from this. People with these characteristics are referred to as “neurodivergent.” Neurodivergence is not a disease, but an expression of natural variety.

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To be connected

Continuous exchange creates understanding and connection. That's why various networks within the Rheinmetall Group are available to anyone who wants to talk. Further networks are welcome.