The most popular approach to find a job in Germany is to register directly on company job sites.. This helps you keep track of all the current available job positions and makes the application process much more organized.
Another option is to utilize the services of a reputable employment agency. This option could help you get extra career insights, identify hidden job opportunities, and potentially bring along exclusive benefits to your job search process.
For each application, you will have to submit your CV or resume, a cover letter, proof of education and any testimonials you might have.
Vocational qualifications can be certified to assist in the process. See the section on Recognition of Studies
You also need have or apply for the correct Visas/Residence Permits.
Intra corporate transfers (ICT card)
As rules and regulations can change on a regular basis, we provide links to the German Embassy in South Africa. Where possible also links to
Residence in Germany
A Visa allows you to enter Germany, and stay for no more than 90 days in a 180-day cycle.If you want to stay in Germany
List of Long Stay Visas
Long Term visas are seen as visits longer than 90 days and will typically be for work or study visits. If your application is approved,
Company Websites
- Daimler Trucks
- Liebherr
- Mercedes-Benz
- SAP
- Siemens
- Trivago
- Verivox
- Hedin Mobility group. Jobs across Germany, Sweden, etc. Business language is English.
Startups
If you are interested in working for a startup company, you can find a list here. Some interesting ones are:
Job search sites
- Immigrantspirit
- Make it in Germany – in demand professions (choose the profession on the left)
- Another list form Deuchland.de of in demand professions
- The Local job site
- Monster
- Stepstone
- Meine Stellenboerse
- Xpatjobs
- The German state job agency. (Arbeitsagentur) They have to approve all foreign job applications, you can also register as a jobseeker
- English speaking jobs in Germany
Our Job exchange board
We created a job board where our community members can share workplace opportunities with us.
You can find some great options here
Business Development manager
Please note – Adtech or Martech experience is essential for this role. Roqad is a SaaS technology company based in Berlin, Poznan, Miami, London and
It Systems Administrator
My client, an international global network of companies, active in the refractory and raw material business in the industrial industry is looking for an IT
IT Systems Administrator
Our client is a leading player in the media industry, specializing in official gazettes and weekly local newspapers across Baden-Württemberg. They reach over 380 municipalities
Specific Professions
Information Techonogy
Academics
Engineering
Doctors
- Howtogermany website
- Make it in Germany website
- PraktischArzt career portal
- Anerkennung von Ausbildungsnachweisen aus Drittstaaten
- Recognition of Training
Nursing
- Make it in Germany website
- Arbeitsagentur – Als Pflegekraft in Deutschland arbeiten
- Med Career Germany Recruitment agency for medical staff
- Recruiting Germany
- Anerkennung von Ausbildungsnachweisen aus Drittstaaten
- Recognition of Training
Best companies to work for
The following sites have the latest company ratings.
Salary comparison
With the help of the Gehalt website, you can conveniently get access to a vast database of salary information and compare it with different industries and professions.
Resources on the web
- Have a look at six ways for skilled workers to come to Germany from the rumours about Germany site of the Federal foreign office
- If you’re having difficulties searching for a job from abroad, you can apply for a residence permit that enables qualified professionals to enter Germany for the purpose of seeking employment in accordance with Section 20 (1) (2) AufenthG (German Residence Act). See more here
- How to apply for a job in Germany
- Arbeitsagentür (Federal employment agency) Living, studying, working in Germany
I want to work or live in Germany
Important facts South African citizens need a visa to travel to Germany and a residence permit to stay longer than 90 days A visa allows
Vocabulary
CV | Der Lebenslauf |
Cover Letter | Das Anschreiben |
Testimonial | Das Zeugnis |
Recognition | Die Anerkennung |
Interview | Das Bewerbungsgespräch / Vorstellungsgespräch |
Study curriculum | Das Studium |
Degree | Der Abschluss e.g Bachelor Degree is Der Bachelorabschluss |
Matric / Grade 12 / High School graduation / A Levels |
Das Abitur |
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