Good to know: How to find a job in Germany

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If you would like to work in Germany, you can find a lot of useful information on the official goverment website www.make-it-in-germany.com.

The website www.make-it-in-germany.com provides

  • A ‘Quick-Check’ tool on training and employment opportunities in Germany,
  • Assistance on finding a job, and
  • Information on living and working in Germany.
  • Information is available not only in German, but also English, Spanish, French and 15 other languages.

Tips: You can contact advisers directly via www.make-it-in-germany.com.

The advisers will support you in finding and applying for a job and provide guidance on living conditions in Germany.

They speak English and possibly other languages.

  • You can also register for online tutorials on specific topics, such as the recognition procedure or living conditions in Germany.
  • You will find Germany’s biggest jobs portal at https://www.arbeitsagentur.de/jobsuche. Information is available not only in German, but also in English and Arabic.
  • The EURES portal publishes jobs from organisations that are explicitly looking for jobseekers from the EURES area.
  • Companies also publish vacancies in daily newspapers, in private online job sites and on their own websites.
  • You can publish your personal profile online on social media, in the various business networks and on job portals. In this way, interested companies will be aware of you and will be able to contact you directly.
  • It is also common in Germany to send speculative applications.
  • Private placement agencies offer another alternative to finding a job. They look for a suitable position for you. Enquire in advance about charges if you want to use the service of a private placement agency.
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There are several resources available for foreigners looking for jobs in Germany in English.

Here are some options:

  1. Online job portals: There are many job portals that list job openings in Germany, including those for English-speaking jobs. Some popular job portals in Germany include LinkedIn, Indeed, Stepstone, and Monster.
  2. Company websites: Many international companies operating in Germany may have English-language job openings listed on their websites.
  3. Recruitment agencies: There are several recruitment agencies in Germany that specialize in placing foreigners in jobs in Germany, including those for English-speaking jobs. Some examples include Hays, Adecco, and Randstad.
  4. Networking: It can be helpful to network with people in your field who are working in Germany or who have experience finding jobs in Germany. You can connect with people through professional organizations, LinkedIn, or online forums.
  5. Government job boards: The Federal Employment Agency (Bundesagentur für Arbeit) in Germany operates a job board that lists job openings throughout the country, including those for English-speaking jobs.

Remember, when applying for jobs in Germany as a foreigner, it’s important to have the right to work in Germany. Depending on your citizenship and qualifications, you may need a visa or work permit to work legally in Germany.

More about the new VISA regulations for foreign professionals you can find here:

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