Career

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© Getty Images/alvarez

Welcome to the career section of our online magazine - your guide to a successful professional future in Germany! Here you will find valuable tips and practical advice on all aspects of w. We also address the topic of in many places. You can also discover a wide range of free further training opportunities and career seminars that will help you expand your skills and . This will set you apart from the competition and increase your chances on the .

Be inspired by international alumni who share their unique career paths and experiences in Germany with you. Whether you are at the beginning of your career or looking for new challenges - you will find helpful tips and inspiration for your next career move in our articles!

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  • © [Translate to Englisch:] Getty Images/alvarez
    © [Translate to Englisch:] Getty Images/alvarez

    Raúl’s path to success: tips for international professionals

    Raúl Pantoja from Chile talks about how he came to be in Germany: how he overcame language barriers, found his dream job and has successfully integrated.

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    Mastering job interviews in Germany

    Good interview performance is the key to getting your dream job: you will need careful preparation, the right approach and endurance. These dos and don’ts may help you succeed.

  • Person sitting at a laptop and working on their resume
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    © Getty Images/Thx4Stock

    How to write a German CV and cover letter

    A well-prepared application is your entry ticket to the German job market. A convincing CV and a well-written cover letter will increase your chances of getting the job.

  • A dark-skinned nurse holds the hand of a patient in need of care.
    © [Translate to Englisch:] gettyimages / ljubaphoto
    © [Translate to Englisch:] gettyimages / ljubaphoto

    A dream job in Munich

    How the deputy nursing manager Sanja Kitic from Bosnia and Herzegovina settled down in Germany and started her career. 

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    [Translate to Englisch:] © [Translate to Englisch:] anyaberkut / Getty Images

    From São Paulo to the Rhineland – Working in Germany

    Getting his dream job in Germany: how controller Adrian Flaksbaum Moll from Brazil developed his professional skills and created a new life for himself in Germany.

  • Germany or back home?

    Infographic

    This infographic provides information about a possible career start in Germany and also addresses the question of returning to your home country. 

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    © Alumniportal Deutschland
    © Alumniportal Deutschland

    Academic career in Germany

    Infographic

    This infographic provides an overview of career paths in science and research in Germany and gives helpful tips for international researchers seeking an academic career in Germany.

  • Diverse group of a businesspeople talking together while walking by windows in the corridor of a modern office
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    © Getty Images/Goodboy Picture Company

    Proper job communication

    Communication between people from different cultures can quickly result in misunderstandings that can impair collaboration. We provide tips on how to avoid the pitfalls.

  • A smiling young man with his colleagues at work
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    © Getty Images/jacoblund

    Further training for international skilled workers

    International further training, language courses, mentoring and intercultural competence: Further training helps international skilled workers gain a foothold in Germany. An overview of free training opportunities.

  • Woman and AI robot working together in the office, automation and technology concept
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    © Getty Images/demaerre

    How artificial intelligence is changing our workplace

    How is AI changing our jobs and the ways in which we’ll collaborate in the future? What the use of AI means for our workplace and which ethical issues remain unresolved.

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    Shared dreams, joint objectives

    The story of spouses that have studied and conducted research in Germany together — funded by the DAAD and the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation. 

  • Inside Deutschland
    © Illustration: Alumniportal Deutschland / Hinterland; Photo: Jessica Schüller
    © Illustration: Alumniportal Deutschland / Hinterland; Photo: Jessica Schüller

    Podcast: Inside Deutschland

    Your Guide to Careers in Germany - This podcast provides you with insight into working in Germany, and covers topics such as the do's and don'ts for job interviews, pitfalls to avoid in communicating with employers and colleagues, and how to navigate opportunities and challenges across the German labor market.