Do you want to work in Berlin? Here you can find information and tips for your job search. The focus is mainly on employment as an employee. Self-employment is only briefly explained here.
How can I find a job in Berlin?
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General job search
- Jobbörse der Agentur für Arbeit (Employment Agency job board)
- Jobpoint Berlin
- Make it in Germany
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Public sector/civil service
- Angebote des Landes Berlin (Jobs with the Berlin State Government)
- Jobs für den öffentlichen Dienst in Berlin (Public sector jobs in Berlin)
- Jobs in der Bundesverwaltung (Federal Government jobs)
- Hospitality
- Jobs for refugees
- IT industry
- Creative and media industry
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Construction industry
- Jobbörse bau-stellen (Construction sites job board)
- Tiefbau Jobbörse (Civil engineering job board)
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Trades and crafts
In Berlin, skilled trades and crafts are organised into trade associations. Each trade association represents a specific trade or profession, such as bakers, carpenters, electricians, painters or hairdressers. You can find an overview of the trade associations on the website of the Handwerkskammer Berlin (Berlin Chamber of Crafts).
- Zahntechniker Innung Berlin (Berlin Dental Technicians’ Trade Association)
- Innung Sanitär-Heizung-Klimatechnik (Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning Trade Association)
- Konditoren Innung Berlin (Berlin Confectioners’ Trade Association)
- Elektro Innung Berlin (Berlin Electrical Trade Association)
- Innung Gebäudereiniger Berlin (Berlin Building Cleaners’ Trade Association)
- Tischler Innung Berlin (Berlin Carpenters’ Trade Association)
- Innung Kraftfahrzeugmechatroniker Berlin (Berlin Motor Vehicle Mechatronics Trade Association)
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Healthcare and nursing
- Zahntechniker Innung Berlin (Berlin Dental Technicians’ Trade Association)
- Vivantes
- Charité
- Diakonie Deutschland
- Caritas Berlin
- Volkssolidarität Berlin
- Hospitality and tourism
- Education, culture and NGOs
- Social work
You can search for suitable jobs on job boards on the internet. There are different job boards depending on the type of work you are looking for. Here, we show you a selection. There are many more job boards online.
Tip: Many jobs have different names. You can use these different names when searching for jobs online. To do this, you need to know the correct job title. You can find job titles on BERUFENET.
There are other ways to look for jobs:
- Social media: You can also find job offers on social media. You can search for jobs and follow companies you are interested in.
- Job fairs: You can meet companies at job fairs. You can talk to employers directly and learn more about the jobs they offer. Make sure to bring your application documents with you. You can find all job fair dates on the Hauptstadtportal (Berlin Service Portal).
- Companies: If you already know which companies you would like to work for, you can look for jobs directly on their websites. You will often find job offers under “Jobs” or “Careers”.
In Berlin, finding a job can often take some time. In restaurants, hotels or shops, you may sometimes be able to start after just a few weeks. For office jobs or jobs that require special qualifications, the application process can take several months.
Where can I get help?
In Germany, you can get help finding a job and receive advice on job applications, training and further education from the Agentur für Arbeit (Employment Agency) and the Jobcenter (Job Center) Which office can help you depends on your situation. If you receive money from the Job Center , you can also get career advice there. Otherwise, contact the Employment Agency . Both offices offer free advice. They can help you find a suitable job or plan your next steps in your career.
Do you need help?
There are many advice centers in Berlin that can support you with your job search. Here you can find suitable contacts.
What career opportunities do I have in Berlin?
First, you should decide how much you can and want to work. In Germany, you can work full-time or part-time, take a mini-job (up to €603 per month), or begin an apprenticeship.
If you do not yet know which profession suits you, you can get information at the Berufsinformationszentrum (BIZ) or online through BERUFENET. There, you can learn about the tasks involved in a profession and which qualifications you need. You can also find out which professions offer good opportunities on the labor market. An internship is also a good way to get to know an employer or a profession.
Freelancing and self-employment are also possible, but more complicated. For this, you often need a special work permit and advice. You can find more information and helpful tips at Handbook Germany.
Berlin Industries | Talent Berlin
Here you can learn about the different industries in Berlin. You may discover something new that interests you and matches your qualifications.
I have experience, yet I only find helper jobs. What can I do?
If you have a qualification, you should have it recognized. You can find more information here: Recognition of International Qualifications.
If you do not have a vocational qualification but already have a lot of work experience, you can have your professional skills assessed. On the platform Meine-Berufserfahrung.de, you can check online which skills you have for a profession. The test is available in several languages.
Further training can also be useful to improve your possibilities on the labor market. You can find information about this on the platform Mein Now.
Can I find work without German language skills?
Yes, this is possible. But it is often more difficult.
Some jobs require only limited German language skills, for example in IT professions, in English-speaking employers, in hospitality, cleaning, warehousing, or production. Some employers accept English. However, you often still need some German for everyday work. At Talent Berlin, you can find a list of English-speaking employers.
Find out how you can learn German alongside your work.
Why do I only receive rejections?
Many people face difficulties when searching for a job. Common reasons include missing or incomplete documents, limited German language skills, qualifications that have not yet been recognized, unrealistic expectations regarding the job or salary, or many applicants competing for few positions.
If things do not work out, it does not mean that you are doing something wrong. It is normal to apply for several months before finding a job. Advice and counseling centers can help you explore new options.
Not sure which documents you need for a job application or what you should pay attention to? In the documents section, you can find helpful templates for your job application.
How can I present myself well in a job application and interview?
Focus on your strengths and unique qualities. What makes you a good fit for this particular job?
It is okay if there are gaps in your CV or if you have done different kinds of work in the past. Think about why your personal experience and career path are a good fit for the job or the company. This is your story. Use it to show what makes you special.
How can I use AI to find a job?
- When looking for a job: You can use AI to find companies in Berlin that work in areas you have experience in or that interest you. If you like a company, check if they currently have any job openings. You can also apply directly to the company, even if there is no job opening.
- For your job application: You can use AI to help you write your cover letter . This can help you avoid mistakes and make sure you include the important points for the job. However, the cover letter should sound like you and use language that you normally use. For example, if your German is at B1 level, you should not use very difficult language in your cover letter .
- For a job interview: You can use AI to prepare for a job interview. Give it as much specific information as possible about the company, the job and the people you will be speaking to. The AI can ask you typical interview questions and give example answers. Make sure to check the answers carefully. They should fit you and your CV.
Tip: Instead of writing a long and detailed prompt for every job application, most AI systems offer a personal assistant. You can give it information about yourself once and tell it how you want it to write, for example: “friendly and professional, German level B2”. This saves time later and can lead to better results.
Hier findest du Vorlagen für deine Bewerbungsunterlagen.
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Willkommenszentrum Berlin
Show on mapThe Counselling Centre for Migrants, which has existed since 1981, and the Welcome Centre Berlin, which was founded in 2016, were merged in April 2021.
People with a history of migration and their relatives continue to receive competent advice on all questions of migration as well as arrival and advancement from a single source. The grown team of the Welcome Center and the cooperation partners, including the networks Integration through Qualification (IQ) and bridge, inform, advise and support individually and multilingually.
The following concerns are covered by the Welcome Centre - Counselling Centre of the Integration Officers:
- Legal advice in migration law
- Hardship counselling
- social counselling
- Advice on the recognition of professional qualifications from abroad
- Advice on training and further education, German courses and job search - Advice on setting up a business
- Advice on labour law
Language overview: https://www.berlin.de/willkommenszentru…
Consulting hours of the partners: https://www.berlin.de/willkommenszentru…
Potsdamer Str. 61
10785 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Our consulting takes place on site, by telephone and digitally.
Opening hours:
Mon 9:00-13:00
Tue 9:00-13:00 + 15:00-18:00
Wed 9:00-13:00
Thu 9:00-13:00 + 15:00-18:00
Consultation by e-mail and arrangement of consultation appointments: beratung@intmig.berlin.de
Appointments for consultation by phone:
Mon, Wed, Fri 10:00-12:00 at (030) 9017-23172.
Personal consultation in Ukrainian and Russian
Monday 09 - 13 h
Tuesday 09 to 13 h, 15 to 18 h
Thursday 09 to 13 h, 15 to 18 h
bridge – Berliner Netzwerk für Bleiberecht
Show on mapBridge Vocational Guidance at Work and Education includes the following services:
- Vocational orientation
- Career planning
- Referral counselling
Kurfürstenstraße 131
10785 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Appointment by arrangement
bridge – Berliner Netzwerk für Bleiberecht
Show on map[DeepL:] bridge supports asylum seekers, tolerated persons and refugees with temporary residence permits by providing practical assistance in finding work and training and in catching up on school qualifications.
The aim of the network is to sustainably improve the employment opportunities of refugees and to secure their legal residence situation in the long term.
Services:
- Advice for refugees from Ukraine on labor market integration, in Russian and Ukrainian, family counseling.
- Advice on professional orientation, career planning Support in the search for training and jobs, in the application process, etc.
- Placement in various advisory programs in Club Dialog, offers from the network partners of the "bridge" program
- Placement in training, work or measures to catch up on school-leaving qualifications or approach the job market through placement in (practical vocational) language courses, qualification offers
- Regular group information events on the following topics: Structure of the German labor market in contrast to the Ukrainian one, types of employment, professions in Germany, etc.
Lindower Str. 18, Aufg. 4
13347 Berlin
Germany
bridge – Berliner Netzwerke für Bleiberecht
Show on mapThe bridge networks offer a comprehensive range of vocational counselling and support services, job-specific German and qualification courses, and placement in internships and employment.
Offers of the GFBM:
- counselling and placement in German courses
- Qualification, training and employment courses
- language assessment
Colditzstraße 34-36
12099 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Appointments by appointment
Open consultation:
Wed 10:00-12:00
Thu 13:00-16:00
bridge – Berliner Netzwerke für Bleiberecht
Show on mapThe bridge networks offer a comprehensive range of vocational counselling and support services, job-specific German and qualification courses, and placement in internships and employment.
Offers at the Centre for Survival:
- Vocational and training preparation in the commercial, industrial-technical and gastronomic fields.
- Placement in training and work
- Counselling for university graduates with foreign degrees
- Advice on residence law
- Implementation of training courses
- Psychological support/coaching
Turmstraße 21
10559 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Mon 13-15 h
Fri 13-15 h
bridge – Berliner Netzwerke für Bleiberecht
Show on mapThe bridge networks offer a comprehensive range of vocational counselling and support services, job-specific German and qualification courses, and placement in internships and employment.
Offers of the BBZ:
- Support in the search for a school place, training and studies.
- Counselling and support during training
- tutoring and preparation for exams
Turmstraße 72
10551 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Appointments via e-mail or telephone consultation hours
Open consultation hours for initial consultations and emergencies without an appointment:
Tuesday from 10:30 a.m.
Telephone consultation hours:
Thursday 13:00 - 16:00
bridge – Berliner Netzwerke für Bleiberecht
Show on mapThe bridge networks offer a comprehensive range of vocational counselling and support services, job-specific German and qualification courses, and placement in internships and employment.
The services of the ARRIVO contact office include:
- Counselling, preparation and placement of refugees seeking training and employment.
- Employer acquisition
- Advice and preparation of companies for the employment of refugees in training and jobs.
Schlesische Straße 27b
10997 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Appointment by arrangement
bridge – Netzwerk für Bleiberecht
Show on mapThe bridge networks offer a comprehensive range of vocational counselling and support services, job-specific German and qualification courses, and placement in internships and employment.
Offers at the Senate Department:
- Clarification of social and residence law issues.
- network coordination
- Public relations
- Implementation of training courses
Werbellinstraße 42
12053 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Appointment by arrangement
bridge – Netzwerk für Bleiberecht
Show on mapThe bridge networks offer a comprehensive range of vocational counselling and support services, job-specific German and qualification courses, and placement in internships and employment.
Offers at the Senate Department:
- Clarification of social and residence law issues.
- network coordination
- Public relations
- Implementation of training courses
Sprengelstr. 15
13353 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Appointment by arrangement
bridge – Netzwerk für Bleiberecht
Show on mapThe bridge networks offer a comprehensive range of vocational counselling and support services, job-specific German and qualification courses, and placement in internships and employment.
Offers at the Senate Department:
- Clarification of social and residence law issues.
- network coordination
- Public relations
- Implementation of training courses
Potsdamaer Str. 65
10785 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Appointment by arrangement
JOB POINT Berlin Charlottenburg
Show on mapPestalozzistraße 80
10627 Berlin
Germany
JOB POINT Berlin Mitte
Show on mapAlt-Moabit 84
10555 Berlin
Germany
JOB POINT Berlin Neukölln
Show on mapKarl-Marx-Str. 131–133
12043 Berlin
Germany
MaHe Arbeitswelt
Show on mapKrüllsstraße 3
12435 Berlin
Germany
Projekt zur Arbeitsmarktintegration von Zugewanderten und Geflüchteten
Show on mapThe project serves as a contact point for immigrants and people with refugee experience who are looking for a suitable job opportunity. Within the framework of personal support, individual competences are identified and initial steps are organised with regard to the application and networking with potential employers. Individual counselling on personal work biographies and competences
offers:
*Support with orientation on the training and labour market.
*counselling on recognition procedures and labour law issues
*Networking and mediation with potential employers and companies
*Personal coaching and mentoring before and during the application process and the first phase of employment
Firlstraße 36
12459 Berlin
Germany
[DeepL:] Tuesday 9-12 o'clock
Wednesday 1-4 p.m.
Thursday 13-16 o'clock
Work for Refugees
Show on mapThe counselling service is aimed at newly immigrated men and women from different age groups, with different origins and nationalities as well as their relatives. The MBE offers individual, confidential and free-of-charge counselling on the following topics in particular:
- German courses (e.g. integration courses)
- Work and vocational training (job search, recognition of vocational qualifications, etc.)
- Children and family * Economic situation (income, job centre, debts...) * Health (health insurance, medical care, pregnancy, disability) * Everyday matters (contact with authorities, housing, leisure time...)
- Legal questions concerning residence
Reformationsplatz 2
13597 Berlin
Germany
At the location:
Monday and Tuesday 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Wednesday 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
At the cooperation partner Gemeinwesenverein Heerstraße Nord e. V.:
Friday 13:15 - 15:15
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