There are various ways to search for positions in Germany.
The most popular option is to register and apply directly on the relevant company’s website.
The second option is to make use of job sites or employment agencies.
For each application you will have to submit your CV or resume, a cover letter, proof of education and any testimonials.
Vocational qualifications can be certified to assist in the process. See the section on Recognition of Studies
You also need to apply for the correct of Visas/Residence Permits.
Company Websites
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
- Next StationÂ
Our Job exchange board
We created a job board where our community members can share workplace opportunities with us.Â
You can find some great options hereÂ
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Specific Professions
Information Techonogy
Academics
Engineering
Doctors
- Howtogermany website Â
- Make it in Germany websiteÂ
- PraktischArzt career portal
- Anerkennung von Ausbildungsnachweisen aus DrittstaatenÂ
- Recognition of Training
Nursing
- Make it in Germany website
- Arbeitsagentur – Triple Win Project for Caregivers
- Med Career Germany Recruitment agency for medical staff
- Recruiting Germany
- Anerkennung von Ausbildungsnachweisen aus Drittstaaten
- Recognition of Training
Best companies to work for
Salary comparison
You can find a comparison of salaries on the Gehalt website
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
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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