Searching for job opportunities

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 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

Various positions

Natalie shared the following job openings with us They are in various locations, and mostly in IT, Finance and HR Berlin (DE): Senior Software Engineer

Various

We are a market-leading solar technology manufacturer with colleagues all over Germany. We are looking for a wide range of skills – also unsolicited applications.

Looking for nurses, med techs etc with Bachelors deg, English at ICON

Join my team. Looking for nurses, med techs etc with Bachelors deg, English, Computer literate for CRO Medical Affairs team Positions available in Germany-Mannheim, Romania-Bucharest

Specific Professions

Information Techonogy

Academics

Academics.com

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

These sites have the latest ratings

Kanunu
Glasdoor. You can also apply for jobs on this site.

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 r esidence 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

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