Job Application in Germany

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1 ZAV Internationaler Personalservice Job Application in Germany

2 Index What German employers expect from you Applying for a position (Covering letter, CV) Job interview Additional Information Seite 2

3 What do German employers expect from you? German skills English skills Preferably job experience in the relevant sector Motivation Ability to work in a team Punctuality How to Apply in Germany Bundesagentur für Arbeit - ZAV Internationaler Personalservice Seite 3

4 Job Application vs Self-Marketing Seite 4

5 Bildrahmen (Bild in Masterfolie einfügen) Written Application in Germany How to apply in Germany Bundesagentur für Arbeit ZAV Internationaler Personalservice

6 Check list for your application 1. What exactly would I like to do? 2. What are they looking for? 3. Would I like to live and work in that country/region? 4. Am I qualified enough/overqualified for the job? 5. What are the requirements (must-have) 6. Qualifications that I possess (check list) 7. Qualifications that I do not possess (check list) 8. What additional skills can I offer? 9. Do I have enough information about the employer? 10. Questions I would like to ask the employer before I proceed with an application? How to Apply in Germany Bundesagentur für Arbeit ZAV Internationaler Personalservice Seite 6

7 Documents In a folder (DIN A4) you should send the following: 1. Cover letter (typed) 2. CV (tabular, anti-chronologic, photo) 3. Annexes (on demand): copies of school, university diplomas and any professional training copies of testimonials and letters of references (only mentioning names is not enough!) Alternatively: online application with attachments CV and Cover Letter as PDF, with signature Seite 7

8 Basic Rules 1. Application papers should be short and precise (cover letter - 1 page; CV pages) 2. Documents should indicate a differentiated picture of the applicant 3. Letter of application should be targeted at the employer and the position 4. No mistakes should be made in the application (grammar/spelling) Seite 8

9 Photo From a professional photographer Size: 6,5 x 4,5 cm Coloured or black and white Open sight, maybe a smile For men: jacket, shirt and tie For women: jacket and blouse No WANTED-Photo! Seite 9

10 Photo: Feel the difference Seite 10

11 Cover Letter - General Model 1. The right person in charge (Sehr geehrte Damen und Herren), 2. Explain the reason for this letter (ad, article, contact). Explain why your background makes you the best for the position. 3. Your contribution to the company. Describe your interest in the company. 4. Closing Paragraph: Request specific action from the reader, i.e. to phone you or to send you an interview invitation. 5. Closing (Mit freundlichen Grüßen) 6. Signature 7. Your full name (typed) 8. Enclosures Seite 11

12 Cover Letter: General Model Seite 12

13 Curriculum Vitae: General Model Name / Address / Date of birth / Nationality Work experience Practical training / Internship Training / University Others (i.e. Military Service, Voluntary Work) Schooling Language Skills Other Skills (i.e. Computer Skills, Driving Licence, Interests) Location, Date, Signature Seite 13

14 Curriculum Vitae: General Model Seite 14

15 EUROPASS CV Europass Language passport Europass Mobility Certificate Supplement Diploma Supplement Seite 15

16 Bildrahmen (Bild in Masterfolie einfügen) Job Interview in Germany How to Apply in Germany Bundesagentur für Arbeit ZAV Internationaler Personalservice

17 Organization Arrive in time Clothes chosen for the occasion Small talk with the employer Business part Self-presentation ( Tell us about yourself ) Professional questions ( Describe your experience with ) Character questions CV and testimonials as hand-outs (2 copies) Travel expenses? Seite 17

18 Typical Character Questions What are your strengths / weaknesses? How would other people describe yourself? What are your career objectives for the next five years? Tell me about your most / least successful project. Why do you want to work in Germany? Why do you want to work for our company? Seite 18

19 Telephone Interview Fix the time Find a suitable location Ask prepared questions (also about accommodation) Your voice is your friend Smile Seite 19

20 Telephone Interview: Hotel and Gastronomy Jobs Employer calls the applicant or makes an appointment for the call Be prepared to speak German on the phone Business part rather than a small talk Accommodation / salary questions Seite 20

21 Bildrahmen (Bild in Masterfolie einfügen) Additional Information How to apply in Germany Bundesagentur für Arbeit ZAV Internationaler Personalservice

22 Recognition of professional qualifications The procedure compares foreign vocational qualifications with reference to German qualifications. Do you need a recognition? Where is your place of work? (federal state?) Which authority is in charge of the recognition procedure? (English) Seite 22

23 Co-operation with ZAV You provide ZAV with: Your application form and consent on the use of data CV (Englisch/ German) Information about changes in your plans, location, work ZAV provides you with: Job offers (if available) Relevant information General advice Seite 23

24 Useful Links Employment: Language courses: ( Volkshochschule ) Application: (> Arbeit > Arbeiten in Deutschland) Seite 24

25 Vielen Dank Für Ihre Aufmerksamkeit und Auf Wiedersehen in Deutschland!!! Seite 25