Working Holiday / Ferienjob
We summarize important information for you to be able to have better understanding about participating to Ferienjob to Germany. There are two main important sources:
- ZAV, Zentrale Auslands- und Fachvermittlung, the Central Agency for Foreign and Specialized Placement, which operates under the German Federal Employment Agency. It facilitates the placement of foreign workers, including students, into jobs in Germany
- German Embassy in your home country. After obtaining ferienjob contract and approval from ZAV, the next important thing to do is obtain a ferienjob visa from the German Embassy in your home country.
Basic Requirements
- A students from recognized University. Check anabin.kmk.org to find out if your university is recognized by the German government
- Accepted by the company in Germany and willing to sponsor your ferienjob visa to Germany
Job Search
- Platform provided by ZAV
- https://www.indeed.de
- https://www.monster.de
- https://www.stepstone.de
- https://www.studentenjobs.de
- https://www.aushilfsjobs.de
- https://www.jobmensa.de
- https://www.ebay-kleinanzeigen.de
- https://www.xing.com
Visa Application
Visa Type: Schengen Visa for Ferienjob.
Documents:
Please refer to document Checklist provided by the German Embassy in your homecountry.
- Passport
- University enrollment certificate
- Job offer letter
- Proof of financial means
- Health insurance
- Visa form
Apply through the official website of German Embassy or VFS in your homecountry
Other Consideration
- Proficient in German Language is necessary
- Working Conditions. Refer to the company policy
- German minimum wage (€12/hour).
- Max. 90 days ferienjob in Germany
- Accommodation. Refer to the company policy
- Financial. Monthly cost of living: €800-€1,200.
- Open an EU bank account (with IBAN). Necessary for salary and expenses during in Germany.
- Taxes. Income tax may apply if earnings exceed. €10,908/year.
- Health and Safety. Ensure health insurance coverage.
- Cultural Tips. Be punctual, maintain professionalism.