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Working in Germany

Shorn Carter arbeitet als Elektroniker in Deutschland.

Job qualifications Career advancement through the recognition of qualifications

Nihel Frioui macht eine Ausbildung zur Hotelfachkraft.

Trainee Nihel Frioui

“I love chatting with guests”

„Triple Win“ vermittelt internationale Fachkräfte in Pflegeberufe.

Programmes for skilled professionals

How do I find a job in Germany?

Auch Ingenieurinnen und Ingenieure werden in Deutschland gesucht.

Counselling

Reliable, up-to-date information for skilled professionals

Mit Working Holiday lässt sich die Zeit zwischen Studium und Job überbrücken.

Gap-year options

Experience Germany: between school, university and work

Die Besuchergruppe zu Gast im Bundesministerium für Gesundheit

Recruitment of skilled labour

“Building trust is essential”

Test your knowledge

Quiz

What do you know about dual vocational training in Germany?

Which of the following is not a state-recognised occupation requiring vocational training?

In 2022, what percentage of apprentices and trainees were taken on by their firm once they qualified?

Lehrbrief der Schlosserinnung zu Nürnberg

How many recognised occupations requiring vocational training are there in Germany in 2025?

Which vocational training pays best, with a monthly salary of approx. 3,000 euros?

How many international trainees and apprentices were there in Germany in 2023?

Your path to vocational training in Germany

Are you interested in doing vocational training in Germany? We provide answers to your most important questions.

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Newsroom

+++ Ticker Foreign Relations Merz at the G7 summit in Canada

UN Climate Change Conference Environment Minister Schneider: Present new plans

Middle East Wadephul calls for de-escalation

Middle East Merz holds talks with Macron and Starmer

Middle East Middle East conflict: Merz calls for diplomacy

Merz und Frederiksen betonen gute Nachbarschaft

Foreign policy Merz and Frederiksen stress good neighbourly relations

Eine Million Balkonkraftwerke in Deutschland

Sustainability One million balcony solar systems in Germany

German economy: #LeadingInnovation

Künstliche Intelligenz zählt zu den Top-Themen der deutschen Wirtschaft.

#LeadingInnovation Artificial intelligence AI from Germany: Europe’s smart alternative

#LeadingInnovation Electronics industry Perfectly connected for the future

deutschland.de Stories

Sustainable traveling in Germany

A backpack full of goals

Digital first

Germans and their love affaire with the potato

International species conservation projects

International cooperation and development

60 years of diplomatic relations

Success made in Germany

80 years since the end of the war

Sophie Scholl

Germany‘s new goverment

Mountain rescue in the Alps

High tech made in Germany

Germany at Expo Osaka 2025

New government coalition takes shape

100 years of DAAD

International exchange against disinformation

German economy

Bundeswehr in Germany

Requirements to study in Germany

Materials science: research and study

Free speech in Germany

Speed Limit in Germany: Pros & Cons

Germany's women in science

Skilled crafts

January 27: Holocaust Memorial Day

Germany’s Politics

How to leran German as an expat?

Arriving in Germany

2024 in a nutshell

The doctor without borders

Saving lives with voluntary work

Children´s rights in Germany

Colonial heritage and culture justice

Germany at the COP29

Is nuclear power the solution?

Fabian Grischkat

Reformation Day

Hamburg

Youth and politics in Germany

Hannah Arendt

Youth & Democracy

Susanne Siegert

Trauma and ways of dealing with it

Berlin celebrates Jewish culture

Germany in the United Nations

Social market economy - Made in Germany

The Fall of the Wall

European Campus

Swimming Lakes in Germany

The first German parliament

Olympia 2024

German Mittelstand

German influencers on world tour

The best German festivals!

The EURO 2024 is a true fan festival

The Miracle of Bern

Dual citizienship in Germany

Franz Kafka

World Refugee Day 2024

Global Media Forum 2024

EM Kader

Opportunity Card

75 years of Basic Law

LGBTQI+ rights in Germany

Four tips from an expat - living in Germany

Press Freedom in Germany

Sustainable development Goals (SDGs)

Germany's water strategy

The best German art museums

The German university system

Ocean and climate protection

The pollution of the oceans

Intagible Cultural Heritage List

Artificial Intelligence

What defines this approach and why is it so important nowdays?

What can be done to avoid stereotypes when choosing a career?

Everything you need to know about the famous film festival.

Munich Security Conference

Zeitenwende on tour

Germany's support for the people in Gaza

Volunteering at memorial sites

eSport in Germany

German teenagers‘ favorite music

Can agriculture be sustainable?

Jobs of tomorrow

Job Board

Working and Training in Germany

As a professional driver in Germany: “I feel I have arrived”.

Training profiles at a glance

Germany and the US

German roots

USA

These famous people with German roots have left their mark on the USA

Famous Americans with roots in Germany: we introduce you to a number of really surprising examples

Videos

Cruise missiles and drones: new cooperation with Ukraine

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Schnitzel & small talk

I’ll trade sheep for clay - 30 years of Catan

Strategic skill, luck and diplomacy required: how a German board game became a cult classic worldwide.

Regional Focus

Die idyllische Region Ortenau verfügt über Lithium-Vorkommen.

Industry

Europe

Raw materials from Europe for Europe

The European Union is funding specific projects aimed at making the continent less dependent on key raw materials from third countries.

Das UKUDLA bildet wissenschaftlichen Nachwuchs aus.

Research

Africa

Securing the food supply - with data

Jointly combating hunger and malnutrition: a new German-African centre in South Africa is using data, cooperation and young talents to increase food security.

Treffen der Außenminister von EU und AU in Brüssel

25 years of the EU-Africa partnership

Africa

A joint vision for peace, prosperity and mobility

In Brussels, the foreign ministers of the EU and AU are strengthening the partnership between the two continents - with a focus on security, prosperity and joint migration.

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Pros & Cons

Pros and cons

Abandoning cash?

Business journalist Sophie Schimansky would ideally prefer just digital payment, businessman Friedemann Berg sees an element of freedom in cash.

Which topic would you like for a pro and con?

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German language

Umlaute kommen in der deutschen Sprache häufig vor.

German umlauts: two dots that raise many questions

How are the umlauts ä, ö and ü pronounced, and how are they used? Everything about the meaning of the special dots over some German letters - including examples.

Layla lernt auch mithilfe von Fernseh-Shows.

Learning German - how they succeeded

A new language, a new country - they accepted the challenge: three influencers share their experiences.

Auf ihrem Kanal gibt Steffi Tipps zum Deutschlernen.

Language lessons to go

Du or Sie? How do you wish someone a happy birthday? These influencers explain not only German grammar, but also everyday life in Germany.

How to learn German at home

Five tips on how to learn German effectively and free of charge – anywhere in the world, without attending a course.

Alles, was Ihr über die deutsche Sprache wissen müsst.

How German works

Are you interested in language? Here you can find interesting answers to your questions about the German language.

The new Federal Government

“I hear the call for greater German responsibility”

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul emphasises in an interview that he would like to expand Germany’s partnerships – to maintain freedom, prosperity and security.

Die neue deutsche Bundesregierung hat viel vor.

These are the goals of the German government

From digitisation to defence: the new German government has big plans. Here are some examples.

Reem Alabali-Radovan bei der Amtsübernahme

Reem Alabali-Radovan: “Respect, regardless of status and background”

The minister for economic cooperation and development came to Germany as the child of refugees and has carved an impressive career for herself.

Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz (l.) zu Gast beim ukrainischen Präsidenten Wolodymyr Selenskyj

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz: clear messages from the outset

At the start of his term in office, Merz made it clear what is important to him in foreign policy terms: peace for Ukraine and a strong role for Germany in the EU.

Außenminister Johann Wadephul bei seinem US-Amtskollegen Marco Rubio.

German foreign policy in troubled times

After just a few weeks in office, Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has already set the tone in a challenging global situation.

Die neue Bundeswirtschafts- und Energieministerin Katherina Reiche

Katherina Reiche: growth through freedom

German Economics and Energy Minister Katherina Reiche wants to revive the German economy – and believes that tax relief for companies is the way forward.

Decision on members of the new government

Prior to the election of Friedrich Merz as Chancellor, the CDU/CSU and SPD have announced their ministers.

Friedrich Merz: conservative transatlanticist

Who is the new federal chancellor of Germany and what does he stand for politically?

Day-to-day life in Germany

Germany’s most popular beers

How and where can I get to know people?

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Getting Started in Germany

Work, German lessons and buttered pretzels - Ayushi Sharma’s life in Germany

After completing her master’s in Munich, the young woman from India embarked on a career in Germany as an IT manager. This is how she got off to a successful start.

In sieben Schritten zum Job in Deutschland

Finding your job in Germany in seven steps

Mаríа Fernаndа Gаrcíа López is from Mexico and wants to work as IT specialists in Munich. The journey of this 28-year-old skilled worker is just one example of how you can come to Germany.

Die Erzieherin Daniela Noya wagte den Schritt nach Deutschland.

Teaching, learning, making friends – Daniela Noya’s life in Germany

The nursery school teacher from Colombia works at a nursery. She talks here about how she started out in Germany.

Das neue Digitalmagazin „Ankommen in Deutschland“

How to get off to a successful start in Germany

The new digital magazine from deutschland.de provides international skilled professionals with useful tips when they arrive in Germany.

From the Red Sea to the Black Forest – Khaled Elbarbary’s life in Germany

Qualified staff from abroad are also in demand in Germany’s hotel sector. Let us introduce you to a young Egyptian who works in the Black Forest.

Development and Dialogue

25 years of the EU-Africa partnership

A joint vision for peace, prosperity and mobility

Die Berge Kolumbiens verfügen über viele Rohstoffe.

Raw materials

CONNEX: advice for partner countries

Summit of the Future

International alliance of helpers

Mobility and Travel

Experience Berlin

Discover Berlin (almost) for free

The Alps

Six fascinating facts about the German Alps

Deutschland: Die Landeshauptstädte auf einen Blick

State Capitals of Germany

The economy in Germany

Migration

“Building trust is essential”

Working in Germany

Experience Germany: between school, university and work

Working in Germany

Reliable, up-to-date information for skilled professionals

Choose your topic

Germany - the Federal Government

#BetterTogether: Global engagement

Neuankommende Fluechtlinge im Registration Center Kakuma, Kenia

Humanitarian Assistance

Renewable energies

Germany in the United Nations

Working in Germany

Your guide to studying in Germany

Migration and integration

Destination Germany

Famous Germans

Literature

20th century

Thomas Mann – a literary giant of the century

2025 marks the 150th anniversary of Thomas Mann’s birth and the 70th anniversary of his death – a good moment to revisit the work of the Nobel laureate.

Wim Wenders bei der Verleihung des Europäischen Filmpreises 2024

Wim Wenders - travelling the world through film

Wim Wenders has made a name for himself not just as one of Germany’s leading directors but also as a photographer.

Sophie Scholl: Resistance icon

Sophie Scholl is one of the most famous women in German history. As a member of the “White Rose”, she was part of the resistance to the Nazi regime.

Dietrich Bonhoeffer: faith in contradiction

It is not possible to be a National Socialist and a Christian at the same time: this is the attitude that defined the life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer. The theologian was murdered by the Nazis on 9 April 1945.

Ihr Tagebuch wurde nach Anne Franks Tod weltberühmt.

Anne Frank and her diary: writing for eternity

Anne Frank died in a concentration camp aged 15. Her diary is one of the most important documents which bear witness to Nazi atrocities.

Johannes Gutenberg – knowledge for the whole world

It was his invention of letterpress printing with movable type that enabled books to be produced rapidly and inexpensively.

Clara Schumann – art is the air I breathe

She was a pianist, composer, piano teacher, superstar – and she is the most famous woman in music history. A portrait to mark the 205th anniversary of her birth

Erich Kästner: a great children’s book author – and much more besides

His children’s books have been translated into more than 70 languages and continue to sell millions of copies to this day. Erich Kästner didn’t just write for young readers, however.

Blick in die Schau in der Hamburger Kunsthalle

Caspar David Friedrich: the master of silence

Forgotten, misunderstood and celebrated: Caspar David Friedrich’s works are ready to be rediscovered again in his 250th anniversary year.

Goethe ist einer der bekanntesten Dichter und Denker Deutschlands.

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe: a genius, even beyond literature

Goethe shaped German culture like no other. His persistent thirst for knowledge was his greatest motivation.

Ihre Gedanken sind bis heute aktuell: Hannah Arendt (1906–1975)

A life in exile: Hannah Arendt and her escape from evil

Hannah Arendt was one of the most influential political theorists. Her works reveal how important it is to stand up for democracy and human rights.

Marlene Dietrich, Hollywood-Star aus Deutschland

Marlene Dietrich - world star, style icon, myth

The actress and singer was a phenomenon of her era and continues to inspire many people around the world today, partly because of her political stance.

Franz Kafka – the eternal enigma of world literature

The world's most widely read German-language author died on 3 June 1924 – and left instructions for all his writings to be destroyed.

Käthe Kollwitz mit Selbstbildniss (vermutlich von 1940)

Käthe Kollwitz – a dauntless woman and major artist

Her works are of timeless significance and exceptional artistic quality. Käthe Kollwitz campaigned against war and poverty and for the rights of women.

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In focus

Teilnehmende der Besucherreise tauschen sich aus.

Journalism

Fake news

Joining forces against disinformation

Around the world, media professionals are fighting manipulation and the decline in public trust. They came together to share their experiences at the invitation of the Federal Foreign Office.

Karnevalsumzug mit einer Figur von Kanzler Scholz

Humour

Artistic freedom

Satire in Germany: as provocative as possible, please

Mockery and malice: artists in Germany have plenty of opportunities to critically engage with politics and society.

Meinungsfreiheit ist in Deutschland ein hohes Gut.

Law

Legislation

Where do the limits on freedom of expression begin?

Freedom of expression is a fundamental right in Germany – but it still has its limits. Putting this much-debated issue into context.

Hybride Angriffe auf Deutschland nehmen zu.

Crime

Propaganda and sabotage

Protecting democracy against hybrid attacks

Germany is focusing its attention on the risks posed by information manipulation, cyberattacks and acts of sabotage. Most of the attacks are orchestrated from abroad.

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