Start your career in Germany!

We connect you with employers and guide you step by step through the job search and immigration process.

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Finding the right job or apprenticeship

We will find you the job or apprenticeship that not only matches your skills, but also supports your professional goals - so that you can develop both professionally and personally.

Assistance with the visa and recognition process

We will guide you step by step through the recognition of your professional qualification, if you already have one, and through the visa process. So that you know exactly what to do and when.

Support with integration

We will help you find accommodation, register for language courses and set up bank accounts and insurance - for a smooth start in Germany.

We get careers moving - across borders!

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At linqado, we support skilled workers and trainees from all over the world in taking the next step in their professional careers in Germany.

We believe that moving to a new country is not just about paperwork or packing a suitcase - it's about starting a a new chapter full of opportunities opportunities.

FAQs

  • 1. registration
    You register on the linqado platform and create your personal profile with all the important information.

    2. find a job or apprenticeship
    We suggest suitable vacancies and recommend your profile to employers and training companies that are open to international talent. This increases your chances of being contacted quickly.

    3. application & interviews
    You apply directly via the platform and are invited to interviews.

    4. employment or training contract
    As soon as you receive an offer, we will help you to understand the contract in detail. We'll also help you make adjustments. If everything fits, you sign your contract.

    5. apply for a visa
    We will guide you step by step through the visa process, tell you which documents you need and prepare everything together. As soon as your visa has been approved, you can travel to Germany.

    6. arriving in Germany
    We will help you with all the important formalities: Registration certificate, bank account, residence permit, certificate of good conduct, recognition of your certificates, registration for language courses and much more.

    7. integration & community
    We support you in making connections in your new environment. We also connect you with other trainees and skilled workers who - just like you - have come to Germany with linqado.

  • Yes! In most cases, you need a B1 to work or do an apprenticeship in Germany. Some employers even require B2. In some exceptional cases, an A2 is also sufficient, but we recommend that you have at least a B1 level when you enter the country. This will make your start in Germany easier and give you more time and energy to concentrate on other things. For example, on your new job or training.

  • A CV is a document in which you describe your knowledge and skills. A well-written CV increases your chances of getting a job. Employers use it to get a quick overview of your qualifications.

    A typical CV contains:

    • Personal data: Name, date of birth, nationality, address, contact (telephone, e-mail), possibly a photo;

    • Work experience: allprevious jobs, internships or projects. Be sure to include the period, position and your tasks;

    • Education: school-leaving qualifications, studies, vocational training, further training, etc. (incl. dates and locations);

    • Language skills;

    • Other knowledge: e.g. driving license, other certificates.

    You can create a professional-looking CV for free on the EuroPass website. We show you how to do it in this tutorial.

  • In Germany, trainees and employees are generally entitled to five to six weeks' vacation per year. The exact amount will be stated in your employment contract. During this time, you are of course free to visit your family and friends in your home country.

  • If you do not have a vocational qualification, you will generally not be able to obtain a visa to work in Germany. In this case, however, you are welcome to apply for an apprenticeship. An apprenticeship usually lasts 3 years and you will receive a training allowance of around 1000 euros per month, depending on the profession.