Questions about working in Germany
Choose an industry or preparation topic. Answers focus on that subject; always check employment terms in the individual vacancy.
Does a job with accommodation include free housing?
No. Confirm availability, address, facilities, cost, deposit and payment arrangements. The absence of a stated charge does not mean accommodation is free.
What should I prepare for the first conversation?
Prepare details of your experience, availability and qualifications. Confirm any later document requirements for the vacancy and your personal situation. Do not send identity document copies to an unverified recipient.
Does Agra Pro arrange travel to Germany?
Travel arrangements must be confirmed for the individual vacancy. Ask about the organiser, route, date and cost. Submitting an application does not book a journey.
Guides to working in Germany
- Jobs in Germany
How can I check a job offer in Germany? Can I apply without speaking German? Does an immediate start mean travelling tomorrow?
- Agriculture jobs in Germany
Is agricultural work always seasonal? Does experience on a family farm count? How should I look for poultry work?
- Farm jobs in Germany
Does a farm worker only work with animals? Do farm jobs involve weekends? Is accommodation at the workplace?
- Dairy farm jobs in Germany
Do I need experience with a particular milking system? How should I describe calf care experience? Does milking work follow one continuous shift?
- Pig farm jobs in Germany
How does sow work differ from finishing work? Is cattle experience enough for a pig farm role? What does biosecurity mean in a vacancy?
- Agricultural machinery operator jobs in Germany
Which machines should I list? Is a category B driving licence enough? Does the operator have to repair machinery?
- Construction jobs in Germany
Can a whole construction team apply? Do I need my own tools? How should I look for drywall work?
- Construction worker roles in Germany
How do I apply without construction experience? Must I be able to read technical drawings? What if a task is beyond my skills?
- Steel erector jobs in Germany
Does a steel erector need welding qualifications? How do I describe drawing skills? Does every steel role involve work at height?
- Welder jobs in Germany
What certificate details should I provide? Does every applicant complete a welding test? Does MAG experience qualify me for a TIG role?
- Electrician jobs in Germany
Are overseas qualifications enough for every electrical role? Is cable tray installation the same as electrical work? How should I look for fibre optic work?