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The German system of vocational education is considered one of the best in the world. It produces highly skilled specialists and has proved to combat youth unemployment.

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Theorie trifft Praxis: der Vorteil der dualen Ausbildung
Promoting dual vocational training worldwide
Many countries are looking to the German model as an effective means of combating youth unemployment.
Fachkräfteeinwanderungsgesetz: Deutschland erleichtert die Migration von Fachkräften.
Skilled workers
Skilled personnel welcome
Since 2020 the Skilled Immigration Act has made migration to Germany easier for skilled workers.
Germany's commitment to Education and Development
Germany's commitment to Education and Development
In over 50 states, #Germany's partners benefit from #education and #training projects sponsored by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and #Development (BMZ).
Gefragte Jobs in Deutschland: gute Chancen für Ingenieure Jobs in demand in Germany
Ausblidung zum Mechatroniker Working and Training in Germany
Dual training is a successful model
The dual system of vocational training has proved an effective means of combating youth unemployment and skills shortages. Many countries would now like to introduce this model in partnership with Germany.
Frankfurts Neue Altstadt
Discover Frankfurt’s new old town
Impressive craftsmanship: Frankfurt has brought a piece of history back to life with the reconstruction of its old town centre. See for yourself on this 360° tour.
#MadeinGermany: Beach chairs are built on Usedom
#MadeinGermany: Beach chairs are built on Usedom
For many Germans, relaxing in a #beachchair is the epitome of a #Balticholiday. You can sit or lie comfortably, dose wind and sun and have everything in one place. They are made, for example, on the island of #Usedom.
Tolga Kaya arbeitet als Orthopädie-Techniker in Frankfurt am Main.
“Helping with technology”
The orthopaedic technician Tolga Kaya explains in a video what makes his job so special.
Zukunft im Blick: Das Handwerk bietet viele Chancen
Opportunities for skilled international personnel
Visas, language skills, degrees: what skilled craftsmen from abroad should look out for when looking for a job in Germany.
Kunstvolle Arbeit in der Porzellanmanufaktur Meissen
Craftsmanship
Diversity of shapes, colours and know-how: three German manufacturers that inspire people around the globe.
Deutsche Handwerksausbildung ist auch in Südafrika erfolgreich.
German model, worldwide cooperation
Three projects show how German skilled crafts training creates better job prospects abroad for young people.
Modernes Handwerk spielt in Deutschland eine wichtige Rolle. Skilled crafts
Jobs in demand and important facts
Ten facts about skilled crafts
The skilled crafts are the number one trainee instructor in Germany - and always looking for talent. Ten facts you should know.
Gemeinsame Arbeiten an der Fassade der Bauhaus-Villa
“This is art!”
German-Israeli teamwork: Young tradespeople are working together to preserve the Bauhaus world heritage of Tel Aviv.
Applying for Vocational Training
What to note when applying for a place on a vocational training programme.
Zuwanderer mit Fachkenntnissen haben Job-Chancen in der Industrie.
Five steps to finding a job in Germany
There are not enough qualified professionals in Germany. The 'Make it in Germany' portal offers interested people from abroad information on life, work and job offers.
Bewerbung und Lebenslauf
How to apply for a job
What to note when applying for a job in Germany.
Das Unternehmen Bosch bietet auch in den USA gute Perspektiven. A good start to your career
Die ZAV hilft bei der Jobsuche in Deutschland.
Help with job hunting in Germany
This service of the Federal Employment Agency should be familiar to international applicants: how the ZAV advises and places.
German model
Worldwide demand
Dual training worldwide
The German model of dual education is catching on worldwide
Interesting new skilled occupations
Dispensing machine specialist, biological model maker and shoe manufacturer are occupations for which young people can train in Germany.
Ausbildung von Jugendlichen
Job training and continuing education
Choosing the right profession can be a real challenge. This site will provide you with an overview of training opportunities and an outline of professions or trades as careers.