Short notes✨ 1. Study the company 2. Be on time 3. Dresses according to the culture of company 4. More detail about your attribution 5. Don’t complain about your current job when it comes to why you wanna find a new job. 6. Be truth and don’t be shy to be yourself 7. Confident to talk about your salary 8. Prepare the questions for company 9.make sure the next step after the interview 10. Follow up after interview (good to have a follow up email)
As a HR manager I‘ve an additional tipp: pay attention to your body language. An experienced interviewer will notice the difference between verbal and physical expression.
tomorrow is my first interview with a german company here in munich. i'll be able to buy a coffee for you guys if i can get a job.:) thanks a lot for a valuable information anyway!
1:42 research the company 4:21 be on time 7:21 dress accordingly 9:23 translate your achievements into clear benefits 11:52 Do not talk bad about your previous employers 14:37 be Confident, authentic and engaged 16:56 know your worth and be ready to talk about the salary 21:05 discuss the next steps 24:54 follow up after the interview 27:39 languages
Thank you both for your help and advice. I am planning a move to Germany within the next year and would also like to work part time when I am there. Your video helped a great deal. Thank you.
I am from India and currently preparing for a job interview for a German company for position in Germany. This video was really helpful. Thank you for the great tips.
Thank you so much for your content! I love your vibes, very informative and, a liitle irrelevant but, the way you look at each other is so camling as well :) wish you all the best!
Another recommandation: be nice to the person behind the reception, the boss might ask the person afterwards how you behaved, when you did not feel observed, especially if you were friendly.
Another great video, with lots of informative and highly relevant - on point - specifics. Your videos show a lot about you two - and it's all good. Between your personalities and professionalism I can see that your business will be a success. I would add a couple recommendations about virtual interviews. First make sure all your electronic devices are on silent, including incoming emails and alerts on your computer. Tape a note on your front door saying "Do not knock on the door until after (insert time 15 - 30 minutes after your interview is to end, in case it runs late). If you don't live alone, make sure your animals were walked/fed/ and secured in a safe place prior to the interview and that other people (adults & kids) are elsewhere in a comfortable place where they'll not enter the room you're doing your interview. Lastly, it's not a good idea to only dress on the top half "because that's all they'll see" - I had an interviewee a few weeks ago that needed to get up and it quickly became apparent he had on a suit jacket and tie - with only his underwear 🙄.... not good, lol. Fun facts: in the U.S. you cannot submit a picture of yourself with your application, if you do, the application must automatically be rejected by HR (to avoid claims of discrimination). Employers cannot ask any questions about the candidates' religion, marital status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or disabilities. (Also, to avoid discrimination.) In most US states it's now illegal to ask for someone's previous salary, to avoid adding on to a any previous salary bias - which was a historically common occurence among woman and minorities. Many Americans (especially more senior workers) give a range when interviewing for a new company because benefit packages vary widely between companies and can equal 30 -100+% in additional to your actual base annual salary. For example, some companies will pay all, or most, of your health insurance costs, put 10% to 200% a year as a match into your retirement accounts; pay for your transportation to & from work; give large performance bonuses; up to 6 weeks, or even unlimited vacation time - along with other benefits as non-taxable job incentives.
I understand that you have a useful page about interviews and having a good CV. However, do you have a video that shows an example of a good interview in Germany 🇩🇪? It doesn't have to be you two showing the example, but I think we all would appreciate this 😊🙏
Thanks for the suggestion ☺️ Currently, we don't have such a video from ourselves or someone else in mind. Maybe it could be a good idea for a video in the future :)
Amazing video! Could you please give me an example of what to write in follow-up email in addition to thanking the interviewer for time and conversation, if I really want the job.
Hey Jo, glad to hear our videos are helpful and you are also having fun with them! A video about my story, how I came to Germany and also how I changed my career is coming up soon 😉
I just discover you’re channel and I absolutely love and support everything y’all doing! Is there anyway to make the vocals louder, when I listen I have to turn up the volume up all the way and went the ads come one it blows my eardrums away lol
Great to hear the interviewer side as well. I mostly hired beginners, so there never was much discussion about the starting salary. I had a clear impression what we would be willing to pay. But there was room for negotiating the future salary in 3 or 6 months. Actually this kind of deal always worked out very well. Every candidate that agreed proved to be a good choice (for the next decades)
people, u r both r amazing. Thanks for the effort, a well-oriented one I would say, grown-up opinions that are straight out of actual empirical experience as well.
You ladies did really great job. I am really thankful to you. I just went from interview a few hours ago and would like to present my greatest gratitude. I really hope you read my comment and reply that I will understand I transmitted my message. Regards
This is such a good video, thanks so much for making it! I currently do not live in Germany (and may or may not do at some point in the future), but I find that this video is an absolute goldmine of excellent tips nevertheless - I'll be sure to implement a lot of them into all my future job interviews. Your channel provides us with tons of not only essential information that helps people settle into Germany more smoothly but also ways to improve our everyday life in general by being mindful and thinking long-term. Also nochmal vielen Dank und schönen Tag noch!
Hey folks, amazing video. Thank you!! I was invited for an interview last week. I was super nervous and shy. But it went very well, I managed to give good answers. But there is one silly thing that I was in doubt. I am a final year PhD student in Scotland. I am from Brazil. One of the questions was: do you like to write papers? I answered something like this: I first said that for me is an honour working with science. I came from a very difficult background, for example, I lived more than 25 years at the Brazilian slums. The only thing in my life that opened doors for me was opening books. I said that to say that I do enjoy writing papers (I have some papers published and two book chapters), and I do love doing science. For me it was really important the opportunities that my undergrad, masters and PhD supervisors gave to me, for this reason I will never take as granted the fact that I work doing research. Now my question for you is: did I gave too much detail to the question? It was silly to say that I came from the slums? This was my first interview ever. There were other questions too. I always tried to give the answer plus some extra detail. For one of my answers I also said that for me it was important to give to other new students the same opportunity I had during my career. Then I asked if they would allow me to give online workshops during the saturdays. As a paralel work. They said that in fact that would be a good idea and I could do that as part of my job. It was amazing for me. But I was in doubt about how formal I should be. My question to you is: do you think I did wrong saying the detail that I came from the Brazilian slums? Nowadays I do PhD at the best UK university (University of St Andrews), then for me is important to say that I am honoured for being here. Sorry for the long quesiton.
Thanks so much for sharing your experience! Obviously our viewpoint must not reflect your interviewers, but here is what we think. Never be ashamed or try to hide where you come from! Your journey has made you who you are today and in your job you will be reaping from that. If I were the interviewer I would be impressed by your determination and humility. We keep our fingers crossed that you will get that job offer! 🤗
I think working out of the poverty of a slum is a super impressive achievement. This person must have a lot of energy and dedication. Would hire right away.
Thanks for the info. I am preparing to be interviewed by a small Tech startup in Berlin as FrontEnd Er. I will try to apply the knowledge I got through this video. Thanks! 🙂🙏
I experienced at the salary negotiation that there were two PostIt notes. On one, the interviewer covertly wrote the payment expectations and I covertly wrote what I was aiming for - then it was broken up and a dot was found in between. An interesting experience....
We already have one: th-cam.com/video/B0jxzA_JYhc/w-d-xo.html We also have a whole section on our website about banking in Germany: www.simplegermany.com/banking-in-germany
Fine Video👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 But don‘t forget to check your social Media-Accounts before any other activities… Most companies check Facebook/Instagram etc… some types of photos, e.g. from your last Springbreak/Party-Weekend will kill your Chances of getting invited for an Interview… and always be prepare for the unexspected… 😇👍🏻
Hi, thank you very much for the video. Is it possible for you to make a video for those of us who currently apply for FSJ and BFD (Volunteer year)? We truly appreciate!
Okay, I have a tricky question about badmouthing previous employers. I live in a pretty toxic and discriminatory country, and all but one of my local past employers in IT were in the realm of actual harassment/abuse. And after I switched to remote work I went through a few more toxic work environments because those types of companies are like sharks who smell blood in the water. How do I explain that to a potential German employer? I seriously don't want to sugarcoat people who caused me quite a few PTSD symptoms and neuroses, especially since I'm still not fully healed.
That is a tricky one 😊. I’d try to focus on applying to companies that have a more inclusive and healthy work culture. You can check their website, see their online presence, and read reviews on a website called Kununu. Although I’ve worked for great companies that had bad reviews in Kununu, so you should take the comments there with a grain of salt. And instead of focusing on the negative experiences you have had with previous employers, try to mention to the new employer the positive things you see in them and how you can contribute to their goals. I think bad mouthing is never received well. All the best of luck 🍀
Is it viewed negatively when a person takes time from their career to focus on family? What can someone do to show that they are not irrelevant when they get back in the market? In the US is it highly dependent on employer, but I'm not sure about Germany. Also, do you have recommendations with regards to researching salary? I have heard of kununu, but I am wondering if there are other resources I'm not yet aware of. Thank you!
Hey Krystal, you can research salaries via a page like gehalt.de. We talk about it more in this video: th-cam.com/video/Qwli8DPjYoI/w-d-xo.html. Taking maternity leave and parental leave are completely normal in Germany, however, we would argue that it still also depends on the company and the job profile, to show your up-to-dateness with let's say possible certifications that are available in your field.
Thank you for your advice ladies. Is it ok to go into an interview with a notepad to jot down points and also have your own questions on there? Nerves might get the better of me and I'd like to know I have back up.
Hi i have a question. So i applied for a company in Deutsch, i have B1 level in Deutsch, i am scared i might not say or understand everything in Deutsch during the Interview. What do the companies expect in such situations, to me to speak and understand everything in Deutsch? Also how do i ask them to please use English when i dont understand something? Is it rude if i say that? The company is an international company and it requires English language proficiency also.
I’d be honest with the interviewer. If you don’t understand something, kindly ask them to repeat it in English. I had some of my interviews in a mix of German/ English. -J
Hello, I always watch your videos, they are very supportive and inspiring but for other professions. I am teacher by profession and moved here in Germany 2 years back on dependent visa with work permit, how do I go about to find a school job here. Kindly share the information on degree attestation for foreigners and the licence procedure for same..
You can find out in how far your degree gets recognized in Germany on this website: www.anerkennung-in-deutschland.de/html/en/index.php. They will also tell you what else could be needed. A lot of foreign teachers work on a freelance basis in language schools or private schools. Hope this helps 😊
Thank you for this Amazing Video! I am actually going to Germany from October to study and I want to work part-time! Can anyone recommend some jobs for students in English. I am going to Dessau-Roßlau in Germany! Any help would be highly appreciated!
Dessau-Roßlau is the center of the historical "Bauhaus" architecture. A lot of building are there and there are guided tours of the Bauhaus culture. These tours are mostly made by students...
Hello 👋 I need an advice: I had the first interview with an HR manager from Berlin, after several days, she send me email and asked me my schedule for the next week, to schedule second interview. She told, she thinks I'm a good candidate. I wrote her when it would be convenient for me, than send the second email, with more choices. I didn't receive any response since 3 workdays already. Should I contact her again? Or wait? Or just forget and move on?
Hey Alexandra, that is a tricky one. From your comment it seems that this person already the first time around did not respond right away. We would wait a couple more days and then send a kind follow-up. Hope it works out for you! 😊
@@simplegermany Hello! Thanks for the reply, actually she just texted me and apologised for the delay 😺 Apparently, they're dealing with staff issues and we scheduled our next interview! Thank you once again ❤ Wish me luck 🍀
Soo... I'm here with a weird update 😃 I had second interview with my boss-to-be and she said that HR manager will contact me about the details. No contact, after couple of days I sent her an email, saying thank you and asking about following steps. She never responded back. Is it OK in Germany to leave a candidate without a reply? 🤔 Should not she answered me back, even if it's "no" and make the situation clear? 11 days passed already after my last email 😕
Really great video! I would also like to ask: if in tech companies in Germany is usual to have annual salary raises? If yes, then what %? Just wondering, as in my country it's a usual thing, so that's why you can agree to less salary in the beginning, as you know after 1 year it will be >=10% more. That helps in identifying the salary start
Hallo ihr Lieben, danke für die Tipps! Ich plane demnächst, von Russland nach Deutschland umzuziehen und bin auf der Suche nach einem Job. Mit euren Tipps habe ich das Vorstellungsgespräch für meinen Traumjob erfolgreich bestanden und es sieht stark danach aus, dass ich die Stelle ergattern werde. Ich bin von der Firma für zwei Probetage eingeladen worden. Hättet ihr vielleicht auch ein paar Tipps für Probetage? 😅
Herzlichen Glückwunsch! Sei authentisch und pass dich der Unternehmenskultur an (Kleidung etc.), da solltest du beim Vorstellungsgespräch ja bereits einen kleinen Eindruck erhalten haben 😊. Lern deine Kollegen kennen und sei grundsätzlich interessiert. Viel Erfolg!
Beyond a CV, what other inital paperwork is required to send... references, proof of experience, certifications, C1/C2? What kind of formats should these be? What is a standard response rate from companies? Could it be up to 3 months before hearing back from a company?
Hey Helen, that depends a bit on the field and position you are applying for. If you are applying through an online tool, you often get asked to upload different kinds of documents. Generally speaking add the documents that support your CV and cover letter and help make you stand out. 😊
@@simplegermany Hey! Thanks for your response! I'm planning to move in a few of months. Do you believe it makes more sense to move before getting a job or wait to get a job and then move?
I have a question: can I move inside Germany knowing only English, or do I need to know German as fast as I can to try to have a job and a life there? Thank you!
How many days/weeks does HR in Germany respond regarding the result of the interview? I am already done with the second technical interview and waiting for the result if I will be scheduled for the HR interview. Thanks!
I am from another country applying for a job in Germany . I am not aware of market average and salary structure . How do I figure out a number to give at the interview
We have an entire playlist on salaries in Germany: th-cam.com/play/PLnp3hGZLHcOXDy-Or6G9PsLxvGZlvX8VD.html&si=YhoTKHhMGROwHwDz. Also, do some research on platforms like glassdoor and stepstone.
I was lucky to get a job with just one single interview as a student here. But the problem is that I still haven't finished my studies and even though the company technically allows me to continue with my master thesis together while starting the work, as long as I graduate in six months after the starting of work, the Ausländerbehörde doesn't necessarily allow that ... I am still in contact with the Ausländerbehörde and haven't sorted it out yet, but did you ever hear any examples of foreign (non-EU) students with a student visa who get full-time job offers when they still haven't finished studies and how do they handle it? Ever heard of cases where they successfully change to a working visa without a graduation certificate? Does the salary in a contract play a role here (e.g. higher salary may be more likely to be accepted for switching to working visa)? For I suppose it should count as kinda a highly qualified job (with starting salary of nearly 70000 EUR include Sonderzahlung), someone told me I might convince the foreign office because it helps the German government to earn more tax.
Thank you both of you for your advice. I have a question for Yvonne since she works in HR. What would you do or think of a candidate you hired for a maternity cover position only to have her tell you during her first day at work that she is also pregnant but doesn’t plan on taking leave for whatever reasons, maybe she really needs the job and didn’t disclose her pregnancy status because she knew she would get disqualified from the position. Would the good impression she made during the interview vanish or would you appreciate her honesty?
Hi, Has anyone managed to get the list of 100 companies? I’ve been waiting for a day but haven’t received any email about it. If someone could share the link, it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance!
Your tips are very useful but I fail to follow tips 6. I had almost 10 interviews and failed because I'm terrible at small talk. I'm the one who is quiet in the party. I have trouble when it comes to word choices, even in my native language. I know that I made interviewers uncomfortable. I tried my best to fix that but I guess I'll prepare for disappointment and give up.
Super good video and tips. If I watched this video 2 weeks ago, I might get an offer but now I lost it😭😭😭 Here I got a question: If I answered a question wrong in the interview, is it okay to correct it by sending a prompt email to explain? I think it should be better than doing nothing right?😢😢😢
Hi - I have a question - do you provide your achievements on a CV and reasons why you think they are benefits - or do you just inform what you think the benefits of your achievements are at an interview?
Any special suggestions who is applying from outside Germany who who don't speak German and from different cultures, How they should approach, say for someone applying job in Germany from India🇮🇳
I have been ditched twice by the same German company on the scheduled interview time. Interviewer didn't turned up both times. I heard Germans are punctual and responsible, but I am having other thoughts now from personal experience. Any thoughts on this ??
@@simplegermany Hallo, so in the 3rd interview, I nailed it and spoke to the interviewer in German and even got the Job. Lately I went and watched most of your videos and they were really helpful to understand germany rules and regulations. Thank you
Ich fand es schon immer schwierig eine klare Zahl zu nennen wenn ich gefragte wurde was ich verdienen möchte. Für mich hängt es von vielen Faktoren ab. Zum Beispiel wie viel Urlaub gibt es. Kann ich ab und zu auch von zH arbeiten (spart fahrtkosten) gibt es andere Benefiz zB Dienstwagen oder Jobbike. Ich bin aber immer gut damit fahren zu nennen was ich im alten Job verdient habe und unter welchen Umständen. Dann erstmal die anderen erzählen zu lassen was sie denn fur Benefiz haben und dann zu sagen unter diesen Umständen hätte ich gerne das gleiche oder 2 Prozent mehr oder wie auch immer.
Hello great content really appreciate the details but i have a small Querey if you would be so inclined, -I'm in a situation where I intend on applying for a job seeker visa as an immigrant with around 3 years experience from where i come from and i get asked about salary expectations, Would the typical answer of "I agree to the grade structure as per my interview rating salary" a professional answer? In case I don't succeed with my research of the average salary for job (it's Sap consultant) Auch , ich wolle nichts zu deutschland reisen ohne hab mein duetsch schon gelernt so ich studiere das 😅
One of my colleagues told me that he once actually asked a friend that already worked for the company to tell him the dress code. Which lead to him buying a suit and showing up in a casual company totally overdressed. Friends can be trolls. But in this case the job was mostly settled anyway and the interview was mostly to discuss the details.
Hello, I am 36 years old man from Indonesia and I have A-2/B-1 Germany skill. i want to ask, why I kept getting rejection applying a job in Germany (probably more than 100 times). Is it because I'm too old? Or because I live abroad (in Indonesia)? I have master degree in Biotechnology and mostly apply for a position as BTA or MTA (Biologie Technische Assistenten) please tell me the reason why I kept being rejected? Thank you and I subscribed to your channel since it's quite helpful.
Yes it is probably a big problem that you are so far away. I think for this kind of position it is quite unusual to hire someone from abroad. Also with the master degree and the age some might think you are too highly qualified for this kind of position. Like it might be difficult to integrate you in a team where you mostly have follow directions at first. But in general MTAs and BTAs are in high demand in Germany.
@@heinzerhardt7047 thank you for your answer, now it has been cleared. I gave up looking a job in Germany and prefer to work as a freelance author in my comfortable home, in Indonesia. Stay safe and take care. Vielen Dank für ihre Antwort.
Girl's i didn't get the job. I was honest about my experience, i come from Venezuela so coming from an socialist country my experience in economies of free markets it's just from the readings i have made. But Girl's they offered me an internship 🤧😭😭😭🤧🤧🤧 and for your community this is not advertising it's true i follow your advices and 1 other video from a guy but 95% of what i did came from you girls. Thank you thank youuu ♥♥♥just give me a video about what phone companies jajja and i will be pleased jaja gracias.
Hola Luz! What a bummer about the job, but how cool that you still get a chance to move to Germany with the internship!! You will nail that internship and be able to turn it into a job! You’ll see ☺️ We are so happy our tíos have helped you out!! 🥳 We don’t have a phone companies video yet, however we do have a detailed guide on our website here: www.simplegermany.com/best-mobile-network-germany/ All the best!! 🍀
@@simplegermany thank you thank you! Im already a fan!! And i'm turning my husband into one too. By the way I love your English! We are already here for his work 😱but yeii I don't have to stay at home for too long 😱love from a Venezuelan to you girls. And we have been here for less than 2 weeks. I'm speechless really.
You guys do not do videos of top professions for business graduates or engineering graduates in Germany and possible salaries and job opportunities! Pls do a video for the year 2022 .
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Short notes✨
1. Study the company
2. Be on time
3. Dresses according to the culture of company
4. More detail about your attribution
5. Don’t complain about your current job when it comes to why you wanna find a new job.
6. Be truth and don’t be shy to be yourself
7. Confident to talk about your salary
8. Prepare the questions for company
9.make sure the next step after the interview
10. Follow up after interview (good to have a follow up email)
As a HR manager I‘ve an additional tipp: pay attention to your body language. An experienced interviewer will notice the difference between verbal and physical expression.
tomorrow is my first interview with a german company here in munich. i'll be able to buy a coffee for you guys if i can get a job.:)
thanks a lot for a valuable information anyway!
1:42 research the company
4:21 be on time
7:21 dress accordingly
9:23 translate your achievements into clear benefits
11:52 Do not talk bad about your previous employers
14:37 be Confident, authentic and engaged
16:56 know your worth and be ready to talk about the salary
21:05 discuss the next steps
24:54 follow up after the interview
27:39 languages
Ich habe viel auf diesem Video gelernt, danke schön guys! 🤗
I love that "really early" is different for Yvonne and Jen. Thanks for the heads up. I can echo that all you've said has been right for me.
Thank you girls. I just an interview on friday and i´m super excited and nerveous at the same time. Hopefully I would get the Job!.
All the best for the interview!!
Did you get the job?
Thank you. You are amazing! Very very useful information.
I hit the like button before even watching the video. That's how good the content is. Thank you both! :)
Excellent advice, not just on the job,but the culture.
Thank you both for your help and advice. I am planning a move to Germany within the next year and would also like to work part time when I am there. Your video helped a great deal. Thank you.
I am from India and currently preparing for a job interview for a German company for position in Germany.
This video was really helpful. Thank you for the great tips.
Did you get through ?
Thank you so much for your content! I love your vibes, very informative and, a liitle irrelevant but, the way you look at each other is so camling as well :) wish you all the best!
Another recommandation: be nice to the person behind the reception, the boss might ask the person afterwards how you behaved, when you did not feel observed, especially if you were friendly.
I would say be always kind. 😉
Another great video, with lots of informative and highly relevant - on point - specifics. Your videos show a lot about you two - and it's all good. Between your personalities and professionalism I can see that your business will be a success.
I would add a couple recommendations about virtual interviews. First make sure all your electronic devices are on silent, including incoming emails and alerts on your computer. Tape a note on your front door saying "Do not knock on the door until after (insert time 15 - 30 minutes after your interview is to end, in case it runs late). If you don't live alone, make sure your animals were walked/fed/ and secured in a safe place prior to the interview and that other people (adults & kids) are elsewhere in a comfortable place where they'll not enter the room you're doing your interview. Lastly, it's not a good idea to only dress on the top half "because that's all they'll see" - I had an interviewee a few weeks ago that needed to get up and it quickly became apparent he had on a suit jacket and tie - with only his underwear 🙄.... not good, lol.
Fun facts: in the U.S. you cannot submit a picture of yourself with your application, if you do, the application must automatically be rejected by HR (to avoid claims of discrimination). Employers cannot ask any questions about the candidates' religion, marital status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or disabilities. (Also, to avoid discrimination.) In most US states it's now illegal to ask for someone's previous salary, to avoid adding on to a any previous salary bias - which was a historically common occurence among woman and minorities. Many Americans (especially more senior workers) give a range when interviewing for a new company because benefit packages vary widely between companies and can equal 30 -100+% in additional to your actual base annual salary. For example, some companies will pay all, or most, of your health insurance costs, put 10% to 200% a year as a match into your retirement accounts; pay for your transportation to & from work; give large performance bonuses; up to 6 weeks, or even unlimited vacation time - along with other benefits as non-taxable job incentives.
Thanks so much for your insights, Suzanne! 😊
Between 24:50 - 24:55, I realized a strong German approval in a casual communication hahaha loved it.
Hey, can you make a video about first day at work? Do's and don'ts and how to make a good impression to the new colleagues. Thank you!
Thanks for your suggestion :)
Thank you so much for the valuable 32 mins! will be definitely applying those Tips in my interview this week, wish me luck 🤞
Best of luck Ahmed! Go ahead and nail that interview 💪🏼
I understand that you have a useful page about interviews and having a good CV. However, do you have a video that shows an example of a good interview in Germany 🇩🇪? It doesn't have to be you two showing the example, but I think we all would appreciate this 😊🙏
Thanks for the suggestion ☺️ Currently, we don't have such a video from ourselves or someone else in mind. Maybe it could be a good idea for a video in the future :)
@@simplegermany Thank you 😊 🙏
Amazing video! Could you please give me an example of what to write in follow-up email in addition to thanking the interviewer for time and conversation, if I really want the job.
What a great video, gonna save it as a guide. Thanks a lot ❤️
I'm binge watching your videos Very informative👏🏼 + you 2 are so cool😎
pls Jen do a vid of you changing career and going into programming🙏
Hey Jo, glad to hear our videos are helpful and you are also having fun with them! A video about my story, how I came to Germany and also how I changed my career is coming up soon 😉
I just discover you’re channel and I absolutely love and support everything y’all doing! Is there anyway to make the vocals louder, when I listen I have to turn up the volume up all the way and went the ads come one it blows my eardrums away lol
Thanks for your feedback! The audio should be better in our newer videos ☺️
Great to hear the interviewer side as well. I mostly hired beginners, so there never was much discussion about the starting salary. I had a clear impression what we would be willing to pay. But there was room for negotiating the future salary in 3 or 6 months. Actually this kind of deal always worked out very well. Every candidate that agreed proved to be a good choice (for the next decades)
Hi, can u please send me your email id, I have some doubts regarding interview in Germany.
people, u r both r amazing. Thanks for the effort, a well-oriented one I would say, grown-up opinions that are straight out of actual empirical experience as well.
Dankeschön ✌️🕊️
You ladies did really great job. I am really thankful to you. I just went from interview a few hours ago and would like to present my greatest gratitude. I really hope you read my comment and reply that I will understand I transmitted my message. Regards
Fantastic! We are happy our content was helpful and we cross our fingers that you get the job! 😊
Ladies I got the job.
Thank you so much. You touched my life with only one video!!!
Thanks girls. This video is really helpful for me as i will be coming to Germany next month on job seeker visa. Do u have a video on job seeker visa?
No, we don’t. Visa are so individual so we don’t cover them broadly.
@@simplegermany thanks
This is such a good video, thanks so much for making it! I currently do not live in Germany (and may or may not do at some point in the future), but I find that this video is an absolute goldmine of excellent tips nevertheless - I'll be sure to implement a lot of them into all my future job interviews. Your channel provides us with tons of not only essential information that helps people settle into Germany more smoothly but also ways to improve our everyday life in general by being mindful and thinking long-term. Also nochmal vielen Dank und schönen Tag noch!
Thanks so much for your very kind feedback! 😊
Hey folks, amazing video. Thank you!! I was invited for an interview last week. I was super nervous and shy. But it went very well, I managed to give good answers. But there is one silly thing that I was in doubt. I am a final year PhD student in Scotland. I am from Brazil. One of the questions was: do you like to write papers? I answered something like this: I first said that for me is an honour working with science. I came from a very difficult background, for example, I lived more than 25 years at the Brazilian slums. The only thing in my life that opened doors for me was opening books. I said that to say that I do enjoy writing papers (I have some papers published and two book chapters), and I do love doing science. For me it was really important the opportunities that my undergrad, masters and PhD supervisors gave to me, for this reason I will never take as granted the fact that I work doing research. Now my question for you is: did I gave too much detail to the question? It was silly to say that I came from the slums? This was my first interview ever. There were other questions too. I always tried to give the answer plus some extra detail. For one of my answers I also said that for me it was important to give to other new students the same opportunity I had during my career. Then I asked if they would allow me to give online workshops during the saturdays. As a paralel work. They said that in fact that would be a good idea and I could do that as part of my job. It was amazing for me. But I was in doubt about how formal I should be. My question to you is: do you think I did wrong saying the detail that I came from the Brazilian slums? Nowadays I do PhD at the best UK university (University of St Andrews), then for me is important to say that I am honoured for being here. Sorry for the long quesiton.
Thanks so much for sharing your experience! Obviously our viewpoint must not reflect your interviewers, but here is what we think. Never be ashamed or try to hide where you come from! Your journey has made you who you are today and in your job you will be reaping from that. If I were the interviewer I would be impressed by your determination and humility. We keep our fingers crossed that you will get that job offer! 🤗
@@simplegermany thank you for your kind words. I will keep you updated.
I think working out of the poverty of a slum is a super impressive achievement.
This person must have a lot of energy and dedication.
Would hire right away.
It is nice to get a perspective from a Brazilian when it comes to German interview. Thank you 😊 🙏
Hi:) thank you for sharing! Were you hired for that job?
Great video :) what about the entry level interviewes. All you said is a bit tough for a fresh graduate 🎓
All the same points apply 😉 Just adapt them to your situation.
Thanks for the info. I am preparing to be interviewed by a small Tech startup in Berlin as FrontEnd Er. I will try to apply the knowledge I got through this video. Thanks! 🙂🙏
Good luck! 🍀
Wow, I have one coming soon. May I know how it was for you? 😃
Great video. Very helpful! Thanks a lot! :)
Great informative video, thanks
Awesome video. Thank you very much. Oh wait, Danke! :)
I experienced at the salary negotiation that there were two PostIt notes. On one, the interviewer covertly wrote the payment expectations and I covertly wrote what I was aiming for - then it was broken up and a dot was found in between. An interesting experience....
Oh that’s an interesting approach indeed 🙂
That was great 👌🏻😍
❤❤❤ Amazing Tips...
Nice Informationen
Will you pls make video on banking in Germany
We already have one: th-cam.com/video/B0jxzA_JYhc/w-d-xo.html
We also have a whole section on our website about banking in Germany: www.simplegermany.com/banking-in-germany
How can I answer to a question of being organised. Like tell me when you had to use your organizational skills?
Excellent tips 👍
Amazing Content, Is there a Website to find the Estimate Salaries for the Particular Positions. ?
Fine Video👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
But don‘t forget to check your social Media-Accounts before any other activities… Most companies check Facebook/Instagram etc… some types of photos, e.g. from your last Springbreak/Party-Weekend will kill your Chances of getting invited for an Interview…
and always be prepare for the unexspected… 😇👍🏻
Hi, thank you very much for the video. Is it possible for you to make a video for those of us who currently apply for FSJ and BFD (Volunteer year)? We truly appreciate!
Love you boooooooth really welly smoothly 😘
You guys awesome 👌
Okay, I have a tricky question about badmouthing previous employers. I live in a pretty toxic and discriminatory country, and all but one of my local past employers in IT were in the realm of actual harassment/abuse. And after I switched to remote work I went through a few more toxic work environments because those types of companies are like sharks who smell blood in the water. How do I explain that to a potential German employer? I seriously don't want to sugarcoat people who caused me quite a few PTSD symptoms and neuroses, especially since I'm still not fully healed.
That is a tricky one 😊. I’d try to focus on applying to companies that have a more inclusive and healthy work culture. You can check their website, see their online presence, and read reviews on a website called Kununu. Although I’ve worked for great companies that had bad reviews in Kununu, so you should take the comments there with a grain of salt.
And instead of focusing on the negative experiences you have had with previous employers, try to mention to the new employer the positive things you see in them and how you can contribute to their goals. I think bad mouthing is never received well.
All the best of luck 🍀
Is it viewed negatively when a person takes time from their career to focus on family? What can someone do to show that they are not irrelevant when they get back in the market? In the US is it highly dependent on employer, but I'm not sure about Germany. Also, do you have recommendations with regards to researching salary? I have heard of kununu, but I am wondering if there are other resources I'm not yet aware of. Thank you!
Hey Krystal, you can research salaries via a page like gehalt.de. We talk about it more in this video: th-cam.com/video/Qwli8DPjYoI/w-d-xo.html. Taking maternity leave and parental leave are completely normal in Germany, however, we would argue that it still also depends on the company and the job profile, to show your up-to-dateness with let's say possible certifications that are available in your field.
Thank you for your advice ladies. Is it ok to go into an interview with a notepad to jot down points and also have your own questions on there? Nerves might get the better of me and I'd like to know I have back up.
Absolutely yes! Actually it is good if you take notes - again it shows your interest 😊
@@simplegermany vielen dank! 😁
Hi i have a question.
So i applied for a company in Deutsch, i have B1 level in Deutsch, i am scared i might not say or understand everything in Deutsch during the Interview.
What do the companies expect in such situations, to me to speak and understand everything in Deutsch?
Also how do i ask them to please use English when i dont understand something? Is it rude if i say that?
The company is an international company and it requires English language proficiency also.
I’d be honest with the interviewer. If you don’t understand something, kindly ask them to repeat it in English. I had some of my interviews in a mix of German/ English. -J
Interesting 👍thank you so much. I 💕 you both guys 😘
Hello, I always watch your videos, they are very supportive and inspiring but for other professions. I am teacher by profession and moved here in Germany 2 years back on dependent visa with work permit, how do I go about to find a school job here. Kindly share the information on degree attestation for foreigners and the licence procedure for same..
You can find out in how far your degree gets recognized in Germany on this website: www.anerkennung-in-deutschland.de/html/en/index.php. They will also tell you what else could be needed. A lot of foreign teachers work on a freelance basis in language schools or private schools. Hope this helps 😊
8:35 Phone reception desk and ask for the dress code.
Answer from my companys reception: they all run around like math students in 7th semester.
😅
Thank you for this Amazing Video! I am actually going to Germany from October to study and I want to work part-time! Can anyone recommend some jobs for students in English. I am going to Dessau-Roßlau in Germany! Any help would be highly appreciated!
Dessau-Roßlau is the center of the historical "Bauhaus" architecture. A lot of building are there and there are guided tours of the Bauhaus culture. These tours are mostly made by students...
Sehr gutes Video wieder mal auch für Deutsche sehr gut geeignet :-)
Super, das freut uns 😊
Hello 👋 I need an advice: I had the first interview with an HR manager from Berlin, after several days, she send me email and asked me my schedule for the next week, to schedule second interview. She told, she thinks I'm a good candidate. I wrote her when it would be convenient for me, than send the second email, with more choices. I didn't receive any response since 3 workdays already. Should I contact her again? Or wait? Or just forget and move on?
Hey Alexandra, that is a tricky one. From your comment it seems that this person already the first time around did not respond right away. We would wait a couple more days and then send a kind follow-up. Hope it works out for you! 😊
@@simplegermany Hello! Thanks for the reply, actually she just texted me and apologised for the delay 😺 Apparently, they're dealing with staff issues and we scheduled our next interview!
Thank you once again ❤ Wish me luck 🍀
Fantastic! Good luck!🍀
Soo... I'm here with a weird update 😃 I had second interview with my boss-to-be and she said that HR manager will contact me about the details. No contact, after couple of days I sent her an email, saying thank you and asking about following steps. She never responded back. Is it OK in Germany to leave a candidate without a reply? 🤔 Should not she answered me back, even if it's "no" and make the situation clear? 11 days passed already after my last email 😕
Great contents! Where can I find the cover letter for the job in Germany? Keep up the wonderful work 🙏
Hey Charlene, you can access the cover letter template in our guide: www.simplegermany.com/german-cover-letter/
@@simplegermany Good afternoon hope you both are having a blessed day. What is the name of your recruiter please and his contact information.
One of the best videos
Can u tell us a bit more about this trial day? So it is like regular working day? Is it paid? Or u go and have some tests in company?
Please when i will get CV from your website i can update CV from time to time or not like others platforms ?
You can get our CV template and writing guide here:www.simplegermany.com/cv-template/ You can update the downloaded files as often as you like.
Very informative! Thanks!
Best 30 mins invested today 😊
Really great video! I would also like to ask: if in tech companies in Germany is usual to have annual salary raises? If yes, then what %? Just wondering, as in my country it's a usual thing, so that's why you can agree to less salary in the beginning, as you know after 1 year it will be >=10% more. That helps in identifying the salary start
That varies highly and there is no set rule. So I wouldn't bank on it, or discuss is during the contract negotiations.
Hallo ihr Lieben,
danke für die Tipps! Ich plane demnächst, von Russland nach Deutschland umzuziehen und bin auf der Suche nach einem Job. Mit euren Tipps habe ich das Vorstellungsgespräch für meinen Traumjob erfolgreich bestanden und es sieht stark danach aus, dass ich die Stelle ergattern werde. Ich bin von der Firma für zwei Probetage eingeladen worden. Hättet ihr vielleicht auch ein paar Tipps für Probetage? 😅
Herzlichen Glückwunsch! Sei authentisch und pass dich der Unternehmenskultur an (Kleidung etc.), da solltest du beim Vorstellungsgespräch ja bereits einen kleinen Eindruck erhalten haben 😊. Lern deine Kollegen kennen und sei grundsätzlich interessiert. Viel Erfolg!
@@simplegermany Danke nochmals! Ich bin guter Dinge, dass alles klappt, ich muss mich nur nicht blöd anstellen 😆
@@simplegermany I've got the job! Thank you, girls 😊
Thanks
04:23 Yvonne says "da" like in russian 🤔
I say 'va' as in Guatemalan 😅 I adapted a few words from Spanish.
Beyond a CV, what other inital paperwork is required to send... references, proof of experience, certifications, C1/C2? What kind of formats should these be? What is a standard response rate from companies? Could it be up to 3 months before hearing back from a company?
Hey Helen, that depends a bit on the field and position you are applying for. If you are applying through an online tool, you often get asked to upload different kinds of documents. Generally speaking add the documents that support your CV and cover letter and help make you stand out. 😊
@@simplegermany Hey! Thanks for your response! I'm planning to move in a few of months. Do you believe it makes more sense to move before getting a job or wait to get a job and then move?
@@CaptTrylaScott better try to find or fix a job a head moveing
For part-time jobs, is it better to give a range of my preferred salary, or can I also go with a specific number?
I have a question: can I move inside Germany knowing only English, or do I need to know German as fast as I can to try to have a job and a life there? Thank you!
How we can find job after university with no experience in Germany or can we make experience during the studying
I disagree with dress code part , i never seen here that someone call the company and ask them hey what should i wear ?
How many days/weeks does HR in Germany respond regarding the result of the interview? I am already done with the second technical interview and waiting for the result if I will be scheduled for the HR interview. Thanks!
Hv jus learnt B2 buh can I be interviewed in German
I am from another country applying for a job in Germany . I am not aware of market average and salary structure . How do I figure out a number to give at the interview
We have an entire playlist on salaries in Germany: th-cam.com/play/PLnp3hGZLHcOXDy-Or6G9PsLxvGZlvX8VD.html&si=YhoTKHhMGROwHwDz. Also, do some research on platforms like glassdoor and stepstone.
I was lucky to get a job with just one single interview as a student here. But the problem is that I still haven't finished my studies and even though the company technically allows me to continue with my master thesis together while starting the work, as long as I graduate in six months after the starting of work, the Ausländerbehörde doesn't necessarily allow that ... I am still in contact with the Ausländerbehörde and haven't sorted it out yet, but did you ever hear any examples of foreign (non-EU) students with a student visa who get full-time job offers when they still haven't finished studies and how do they handle it? Ever heard of cases where they successfully change to a working visa without a graduation certificate? Does the salary in a contract play a role here (e.g. higher salary may be more likely to be accepted for switching to working visa)? For I suppose it should count as kinda a highly qualified job (with starting salary of nearly 70000 EUR include Sonderzahlung), someone told me I might convince the foreign office because it helps the German government to earn more tax.
Thank you both of you for your advice. I have a question for Yvonne since she works in HR. What would you do or think of a candidate you hired for a maternity cover position only to have her tell you during her first day at work that she is also pregnant but doesn’t plan on taking leave for whatever reasons, maybe she really needs the job and didn’t disclose her pregnancy status because she knew she would get disqualified from the position. Would the good impression she made during the interview vanish or would you appreciate her honesty?
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Hi, Has anyone managed to get the list of 100 companies? I’ve been waiting for a day but haven’t received any email about it. If someone could share the link, it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance!
Hey! Sorry to read this! Did you confirm your email address after sign up? If so, please check your spam.
Your tips are very useful but I fail to follow tips 6. I had almost 10 interviews and failed because I'm terrible at small talk. I'm the one who is quiet in the party. I have trouble when it comes to word choices, even in my native language. I know that I made interviewers uncomfortable. I tried my best to fix that but I guess I'll prepare for disappointment and give up.
Never give up 😉 Maybe take some coaching or practice with a friend to ask questions you would ask a company that are important to you.
useful video
perfecttttttttt
Super good video and tips. If I watched this video 2 weeks ago, I might get an offer but now I lost it😭😭😭 Here I got a question: If I answered a question wrong in the interview, is it okay to correct it by sending a prompt email to explain? I think it should be better than doing nothing right?😢😢😢
Sorry 😢
Hi - I have a question - do you provide your achievements on a CV and reasons why you think they are benefits - or do you just inform what you think the benefits of your achievements are at an interview?
If they are relevant you can put them on your CV, yes 😊
Any special suggestions who is applying from outside Germany who who don't speak German and from different cultures, How they should approach, say for someone applying job in Germany from India🇮🇳
Hi both of you guys please please it's amazing
I have been ditched twice by the same German company on the scheduled interview time.
Interviewer didn't turned up both times.
I heard Germans are punctual and responsible, but I am having other thoughts now from personal experience.
Any thoughts on this ??
We would say that is highly unusual and unprofessional! Definitely not common and maybe based on the individual?
@@simplegermany yes, today I watched your video and prepared myself for the interview, but I am hoping to Ace the next interview 😊.
That’s the attitude 💪
@@simplegermany Hallo, so in the 3rd interview, I nailed it and spoke to the interviewer in German and even got the Job. Lately I went and watched most of your videos and they were really helpful to understand germany rules and regulations. Thank you
Ich fand es schon immer schwierig eine klare Zahl zu nennen wenn ich gefragte wurde was ich verdienen möchte. Für mich hängt es von vielen Faktoren ab. Zum Beispiel wie viel Urlaub gibt es. Kann ich ab und zu auch von zH arbeiten (spart fahrtkosten) gibt es andere Benefiz zB Dienstwagen oder Jobbike.
Ich bin aber immer gut damit fahren zu nennen was ich im alten Job verdient habe und unter welchen Umständen. Dann erstmal die anderen erzählen zu lassen was sie denn fur Benefiz haben und dann zu sagen unter diesen Umständen hätte ich gerne das gleiche oder 2 Prozent mehr oder wie auch immer.
Hello great content really appreciate the details but i have a small Querey if you would be so inclined,
-I'm in a situation where I intend on applying for a job seeker visa as an immigrant with around 3 years experience from where i come from and i get asked about salary expectations,
Would the typical answer of "I agree to the grade structure as per my interview rating salary" a professional answer? In case I don't succeed with my research of the average salary for job (it's Sap consultant)
Auch , ich wolle nichts zu deutschland reisen ohne hab mein duetsch schon gelernt so ich studiere das 😅
is it possible to get a job in lofe sciences in germany on job seeker visa?
both look so cute and happy together
One of my colleagues told me that he once actually asked a friend that already worked for the company to tell him the dress code. Which lead to him buying a suit and showing up in a casual company totally overdressed. Friends can be trolls. But in this case the job was mostly settled anyway and the interview was mostly to discuss the details.
😂 well who knows what he had done to that friend before 😇
Hello, I am 36 years old man from Indonesia and I have A-2/B-1 Germany skill. i want to ask, why I kept getting rejection applying a job in Germany (probably more than 100 times). Is it because I'm too old? Or because I live abroad (in Indonesia)? I have master degree in Biotechnology and mostly apply for a position as BTA or MTA (Biologie Technische Assistenten) please tell me the reason why I kept being rejected? Thank you and I subscribed to your channel since it's quite helpful.
Yes it is probably a big problem that you are so far away. I think for this kind of position it is quite unusual to hire someone from abroad. Also with the master degree and the age some might think you are too highly qualified for this kind of position. Like it might be difficult to integrate you in a team where you mostly have follow directions at first. But in general MTAs and BTAs are in high demand in Germany.
@@heinzerhardt7047 thank you for your answer, now it has been cleared. I gave up looking a job in Germany and prefer to work as a freelance author in my comfortable home, in Indonesia. Stay safe and take care. Vielen Dank für ihre Antwort.
Girl's i didn't get the job. I was honest about my experience, i come from Venezuela so coming from an socialist country my experience in economies of free markets it's just from the readings i have made. But Girl's they offered me an internship 🤧😭😭😭🤧🤧🤧 and for your community this is not advertising it's true i follow your advices and 1 other video from a guy but 95% of what i did came from you girls. Thank you thank youuu ♥♥♥just give me a video about what phone companies jajja and i will be pleased jaja gracias.
Hola Luz! What a bummer about the job, but how cool that you still get a chance to move to Germany with the internship!! You will nail that internship and be able to turn it into a job! You’ll see ☺️
We are so happy our tíos have helped you out!! 🥳
We don’t have a phone companies video yet, however we do have a detailed guide on our website here: www.simplegermany.com/best-mobile-network-germany/
All the best!! 🍀
@@simplegermany thank you thank you! Im already a fan!! And i'm turning my husband into one too. By the way I love your English! We are already here for his work 😱but yeii I don't have to stay at home for too long 😱love from a Venezuelan to you girls. And we have been here for less than 2 weeks. I'm speechless really.
Vielen danke !
After 12th pass is it possible job in germany
Please tell me
Should a trial day be paid?
In our experience it has never been paid, but we don't know the legal grounds here.
You guys do not do videos of top professions for business graduates or engineering graduates in Germany and possible salaries and job opportunities! Pls do a video for the year 2022 .
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Me, as a German, taking notes
Glad it’s helpful! 🥳