Work & Career

Are you planning to live and work in Germany? You can find free exercises here to improve your German for work – from levels A1 to C2. These exercises will also help you find out what it is like to actually work in Germany for a German employer. What should you watch out for in an interview? How many hours a week do people work on average? You’ll find the answers to these, and more workplace-focused questions, in videos from people already at work in Germany. 

Smiling business man © Goethe-Institut, Sonja Tobias

  • from B1

    Theoretisch, praktisch, gut! Vocational training in Germany

    Vocational training and integration in Germany: Accompany Amir as he arrives, searches for an apartment, and goes through everyday life at vocational school. The training highlights challenges, leisure activities, friendships, and supports settling into a new daily life.

    Amir makes an ID-Check. © Goethe-Institut © Goethe-Institut

  • Online Game B1

    Mein erster Arbeitstag

    Starting a career and integration in Germany? Accompany Kala from the job interview to the first day at work when starting her career. You practice workplace vocabulary, conversations with colleagues, and writing important messages.

    Screenshot Mein erster Arbeitstag © Goethe-Institut © Goethe-Institut

  • apply professionally

    Deutsch am Arbeitsplatz

    Applying and working in Germany? Learn everything you need to know about the application process and professional communication in everyday working life. This training requires language skills at B1/B2 level.

    a man works on his laptop © Goethe-Institut © Goethe-Institut

  • Online game: Discover your superpowers!

    Superhero campus

    You can gain superpowers in this online game! Learn new words and sentences for your work with the help of your avatar. Can you protect the city from the evil scorpion?

    Superhero Campus Image: © Goethe-Institut Image: © Goethe-Institut

  • Online game

    Undercover Mission in the Hospital

    This online game is a fun way to learn about what it is like to work in a hospital – auf Deutsch! As an undercover nurse, your mission is to find out who has stolen the valuable jewels! While on the case, you’ll learn invaluable vocabulary for the medical profession.

    Undercover mission in the hospital Grafik: Goethe-Institut Grafik: Goethe-Institut

  • Information and tips

    Mein Weg nach Deutschland

    Are you planning to move to Germany? Then you've come to the right place. Find important information about living and working in Germany – in German (levels A1 to B2) or in a language of your choice – with texts, videos and maps.

    The face of a young dark-haired woman can be seen in the sunlight in front of the Brandenburg Gate. © Alina Holtmann / Maridav © Alina Holtmann / Maridav

Pronunciation made easy

Online pronunciation training

Do you want to be easily understood when you speak German? Are you preparing for a German examination and want to pass the “oral” section with confidence? Improve your pronunciation in a personalized and structured way. Our exercises are based on everyday communication, and you will receive direct feedback.
Suitable for all levels.
 

A woman sits on a pile of characters. Image: © Goethe-Institut Image: © Goethe-Institut

Streamingtipps

We have compiled a fantastic selection of German films and series for you to enjoy that are currently available in the media libraries of the public broadcasters and on various streaming services in Germany. And best of all, they can be streamed worldwide for free without registration.

Streamingtipps Seite © Goethe-Institut / Tobias Schrank © Goethe-Institut / Tobias Schrank