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Turn Semester Break into Income

Ferienjob in Germany: Simplified Information for International Students

Learn about eligibility, application procedures, and official resources for semester break jobs in Germany.

Reside in the EU Reside outside the EU (Non EU)

Procedure

Talent applies to a sponsor or company in Germany
Company requests approval from ZAV

Easy to Understand

3. Talent applies for visa in home country

4. Start Ferienjob in Germany

5. Return to homecountry, continue studies

Qualification

Registered University Students
University is recognized by anabin.kmk.org

Tips

Before applying for a Ferienjob in Germany, have a clear mindset, realistic expectations, and a positive, prepared perspective—it’s not just a job abroad, it’s a full process that requires patience, responsibility, and adaptability.

Sponsor

Registered company in Germany
Offers ferienjobs (e.g. hospitality, logistics, assistant, helper)

Sponsor´s Support

Applies to ZAV for each non-EU hire
Provides signed job offer for visa application

ZAV

What is ZAV?
Zentrale Auslands- und Fachvermittlung.

ZAV

A department of the Bundesagentur für Arbeit (Federal Employment Agency).
Bundesagentur für Arbeit. It handles international labour market services

Insurance

Having insurance is essential—The German embassy in your country will check if your insurance met the criteria, fully cover your travel, work, and stay during your Ferienjob in Germany.

Visa

Apply at German embassy in your home country

Visa Tips

Tip: Carefully check the visa requirements before submitting to ensure everything is complete.

Salary

Ferienjob wages usually follow Germany’s minimum wage, with typical working hours starting at 35 hours/week or more. Always read your contract carefully to understand your exact pay and conditions.

Calculation

Example: Ferienjob Salary Calculation (2025)

Hourly wage: €14
Hours per week: 40
Total per month (brutto):

€14 × 40 hours × ~4.33 weeks = €2,240 brutto / month

Tax

You’ll need a German tax ID (Steuer-ID) to do ferienjob in Germany.

Info

Income Tax: Your ferienjob salary deducted if you earn more than €1,098/month (as of 2025).

Tax Refund: You may get a refund by filing a tax return.

Mindset

The right mindset for a Ferienjob in Germany is to stay proactive, open to learning, and adaptable—avoid blame, self-pity, or a victim mindset, and instead focus on growth and self-initiative.

Adaptation

Ferienjob is a short stay focused on doing your job professionally. The first days can be tough, but with the right mindset and support, you’ll adapt quickly and grow from the experience.

Have Questions?

Still have questions? Volunteers in Germany with experience supporting non-EU Ferienjob participants may be able to help. Please note that their answers are based on personal experience and may be limited in scope.

Contact

ferienjobs@cv-gen.com
WhatsApp: +49 15510 044907

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