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Working in Europe and Germany (without completed training)

Working in Europe and Germany (without completed training)

Working in Europe and Germany offers many opportunities, even without having completed formal training. Especially for people who are new to Germany, there are numerous opportunities to enter the job market quickly. This is mainly due to the high demand for workers in certain sectors that rely less on formal qualifications and more on motivation and commitment.
    
 
  • Popular sectors for career changers without training:

    1. gastronomy:
    - Activities: Service staff, kitchen help, temporary staff in cafés and restaurants.

    - Example: A restaurant is often looking for staff for service or the kitchen who can start directly after a short training period, even without training.

    2. construction industry:
    - Activities: Laborer on construction sites, assistance with renovations, road construction.

    - Example: Many construction companies are looking for helpers who are willing to work physically and take on simple tasks such as carrying materials or cleaning work.

    3. logistics:
    - Activities: Warehouse worker, parcel sorting, order picking, truck co-driver.

    - Example: Large logistics companies such as Amazon or DHL often hire employees for warehouse work who can be trained quickly.

    4. care and support:
    - Activities: Caring for the elderly, nursing assistant in retirement homes or hospitals.

    - Example: Care facilities are often looking for people to take care of patients' basic needs, such as serving food or providing company.

    5. cleaning:
    - Activities: Building cleaning, office cleaning, hotel room cleaning.

    - Example: Hotels are regularly looking for cleaners for rooms and public areas who can work without specific training.
     

    For more information, please visit our website:
    JIG.WORLD

Frequently asked questions

The sectors in which many can work without formal training include:
- Gastronomy (e.g. service, kitchen help)
- Construction industry (e.g. auxiliary work on building sites)
- Logistics (e.g. warehouse work, parcel sorting)
- Care and support (e.g. care assistant, senior care)
- Cleaning (e.g. hotel room or office cleaning)

The statutory minimum wage in Germany is currently (as of 2024) €12.00 per hour, but may be higher depending on the industry and collective agreement.
Basic knowledge of German is helpful, but not always necessary. In many jobs, such as in logistics or cleaning, it is possible to start with little knowledge of the language. Many employers offer language courses or support in learning German.
As an employee, you have the following rights, among others:
- Minimum wage: Entitlement to fair pay.
- Vacation entitlement: At least 20 paid vacation days per year (for a 5-day week).
- Sickness protection: continued payment of wages in the event of sickness.
- Protection against dismissal: Employers must comply with statutory notice periods.
 

If you cannot find your profession in the registration form, you can select the "Other" option and add your profession manually.

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