There are job placement officers ("Arbeitsvermittler") in Germany. The official placement officers and integration specialists work in the employment agencies ("Arbeitsagentur") and job centres ("Jobcenter"). In many cities the employees of the Arbeitsagentur also visit the communal accommodation and provide advice on the spot.

German companies are looking above all for skilled workers

What counts in the first place is what you know, i.e. your schooling, command of languages and professional knowledge. This data is entered in a computer and compared with what potential employers throughout Germany are looking for. You are given comprehensive advice and important tips from the Arbeitsvermittler. In Germany employers are above all interested in skilled workers. Therefore, please be sure to describe all your work experience. The Arbeitsagentur will contact you as soon as they learn of a job that suits your profile. You can of course look for work yourself on the Internet, e.g. via the online job market ("Jobbörse") at http://www.arbeitsagentur.de/ or by contacting companies yourself.