Job searching in Germany after graduation can be organized and effective if you use the right tools, the most important of which is the official job portal of the Federal Employment Agency (Agentur für Arbeit – Jobbörse). This platform is considered one of the largest job databases in Germany and is used by companies as well as public and private institutions alike.
Why is Jobbörse an important tool for graduates?
100% free
Includes more than one million jobs updated regularly
Allows you to upload your CV and contact employers directly
Enables you to request personal support from a Berufsberater (career advisor)
Includes offers for graduates, internship opportunities (Praktikum), and temporary and permanent jobs
Official link:
https://jobboerse.arbeitsagentur.de
Steps to use the Jobbörse portal
Create an account (Login / Registrierung)
Choose: “Registrieren als Privatperson”
Activate the account via email
Upload your profile
CV (Lebenslauf)
Educational certificates (Zeugnisse)
Your career preferences (Wunschberuf)
Search for a job
Use criteria such as:
Field: e.g. “Informatik”, “Marketing”, “Pflege”
Job title: e.g. “Werkstudent”, “Junior Consultant”, “Berufseinstieg”
Location: “Berlin”, “Hamburg”, “bundesweit”
Filter results
Job type: Vollzeit, Teilzeit, Ausbildung, Praktikum, Trainee
Experience level: Einstiegsposition, Fachkraft
Apply directly
Most jobs can be applied for directly via the portal or via a link to the company website.
Additional support from Agentur für Arbeit
Book an appointment with a career advisor (Berufsberater)
Request a review of your CV
Benefit from support programs (such as funding for Weiterbildung or Umschulung)
Tips to succeed in your search as a graduate
| Tip | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Update your CV in German | Follow the European format (Europass) or the local format |
| Use precise keywords | Such as: “Berufseinstieg Informatik”, “Trainee Marketing” |
| Activate job alerts (Job Alerts) | You receive new postings daily based on your field |
| Don’t rely only on Jobbörse | Use it along with portals such as: Stepstone, Indeed, Xing |
Important German terms
| Term | Translation |
|---|---|
| Jobbörse | Job portal |
| Agentur für Arbeit | Federal Employment Agency |
| Berufseinsteiger | New graduate / newcomer to the job market |
| Bewerbung | Job application |
| Vorstellungsgespräch | Job interview |
| Traineeprogramm | Post-graduation trainee program |
Did you know?
As a university graduate in Germany, you have the right to:
Register yourself as a job seeker (Arbeitssuchend) at the Arbeitsagentur.
Get support with job applications, interview preparation, and even funding if you need additional Weiterbildung.
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