This podcast is the space for you to get the information you need to be successful in your career in Germany, regardless of where you are on your path, and to hear firsthand from other internationals about all the ups and downs that come with working in Germany.

In our debut episode we will talk about everything that you need to kickstart your career in Germany. What are the general requirements for working in Germany?

If you want to work in Germany it can be a great advantage to have a German university degree. But studying in Germany or even building a research career here is a challenge in itself. In this episode we will find out how you can navigate your academic path in Germany.

From your application to your first day at work in Germany - Starting a new job is always a bit nerve-wracking, but doing so in a foreign country can be even more difficult and adventurous. Kickstarting a career in another country differs from doing it at home.

In this episode we will talk about modern German business etiquette, from dress codes to punctuality, communication and - since Germany is a beer nation - alcohol and events at work.

In this episode we offer guidance to expat parents on juggling work and family in Germany. What rights do parents and caregivers have? How flexible are German employers?  What do you need to know about work culture when it comes to parenthood?

What should you consider as you start your own business in Germany? Is it even possible to start your own business without being a German citizen? And with all the German bureaucracy to consider - where do you even start?

In this episode, we talk about the challenges and opportunities that come with working in diverse, intercultural teams at the German workplace. 

In this episode we want to look towards the future of the German labor market or “Arbeitsmarkt”: How is the German labor market developing and which jobs will be in demand in the future?