Finally, I got the answers from the two companies. And both were negative.
One hand, the job from Frankfurt did not come out. I had two interviews and relatively good impressions, but they gave the job to another person. I must say, I was a bit relieved, as the stress of moving down to Frankfurt was driving me mad already. The job could have been great and very demanding, but the stress and been away from my wife during the week, made me wonder if it was a good option at all.
And the other job, I got the reply just yesterday, and, after almost two months of waiting, they did not chose me. I am not sure if they went for another person anyway. It was not here in Hamburg either, but not as far as Frankfurt. It could have been a great job as well, but the fact that they still have not paid me the travel expenses plus the fact that it took them so long to decide makes me wonder if they are well organised or if they have some problems internally.
It was not that bad as just yesterday got another invitation for another job interview here in Hamburg today. I must say, I was surprised, as I'd just sent my application last monday. First I was a bit sceptic, but it went well. Different from Frankfurt or any other city far from Hamburg, this company is around my place. Around 30 mins walking. Instead of 3 hours by train.
But I am still working on setting up a company here in Germany. More on that later.
On the other hand, the weather here in Hamburg, and perhaps in the whole Germany, is getting better. Last week was raining a lot, but today was sunny and warm. Tomorrow will be good as well, and the weekend looks promising.
I used my 200 Euro from the Spanish Taxes for clothes, and perhaps I will buy some books. And next week I will get a reply from the job interview from today.
Fingers crossed. Ich drücke die Daumen.
The photo above, is one of my favourite spots in Hamburg.
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
About my job interviews here in Germany
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Hi,
You don't know me and I don't know you but I've read your past few post. Nice pic there. Also, good luck in your forthcoming news on this interview.
By the way, what level of German efficiency level is required to secure a job in Germany?
Good luck with the interview!
Akira:
Thank you very much for your wishes. I did get the job and tomorrow monday is my first day. I am very thrilled.
My answer to your question depends on which kind of job you are looking for. But it is for sure that, if you want to get paid well, you need a good level of German.
There are jobs by Burger King or KFC, where people only need basic concepts to learn. But if you want to leave reasonably well, the better your German, the better.
On the other hand, it also has a lot to do with your skills. IT and Engineering in general are seeked for.
Don't count on that only because you speak English you can get a job. Many Germans speak at least 3 languages.
If you want to move around comfortably: go to the bank, government offices and to be considered for interviews, I would say, and this is my personal opinion: B1.2 level.
Best of luck and I hope I solved your doubts.
Greetings
Jordi:
Thanks for your wishes. I did get the job. What about you? How is it going??
Victor
My son was offered a job to play on the Hamburg baseball team for 6 months - starting March to Aug. To take this opportunity he has to quit a finance job. Once in a life time opportunity though to see Europe and worry about the consequences when he comes home. He currently works in Washington DC area. Can you give me and him any helpful thoughts. Is it a good opportunity - hes 23 - will he enjoy living in Hamburg. Thank you, Valerie
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