Germany is a promising place for young expatriates looking to obtain work experience in a wealthy European country. It offers a high standard of living and many job opportunities for skilled workers and talented job seekers in the visual arts, architecture, and music industries. Getting your first full-time job in the field of your studies is one of the biggest challenges for every new graduate. However, it is even more so if you want to apply your skills in a labor market other than your home country. In that case, besides submitting your CV and doing your best at interviews, you have also to navigate the migration system, qualify for a German work permit, and organize your move. If you wish to begin your career in Germany, maybe you should consider studying in Germany first at a Bachelor's or Master's level. The study period in Germany will give you time to learn the German language, familiarize yourself with the German labor market by applying for part-time student positions or summer placements, and build up a CV with some German qualifications. If you are about to complete your higher education studies in Germany and think about the next steps, consider applying for a post-study work visa at the local Foreigners' Registration Office. If granted, the post-study work visa is valid for 18 months, during which fresh graduates can look for jobs in Germany. The most sought-after jobs among graduates in Germany are in engineering, research, and science. It is crucial to keep in mind that the competition among international students in Germany is significant. Therefore, every detail on your CV matters. Besides, you shouldn't undermine the importance of knowledge of German, a skill that is of high value for recruiters and employers skimming through CVs and cover letters. Generally, there is a high demand for skilled workers in engineering, IT, healthcare and service sectors, with numerous job openings in education, sciences, research and development, and in medical services. The automotive industry, export and agriculture are also well-established and secure working sectors in Germany. The energy industry and environmental solutions are always searching for new talent, and small and medium-sized companies tend to recruit with diversity in mind. You may have more opportunities to find a job in the trade industry if you come from one of Germany's leading economic partners (i.e., France, the United States, and Italy). This is mainly due to the knowledge of the important languages for collaboration and the ease of obtaining a German work visa. If you graduated from a Business School, you can participate in the V.I.E International Internship Program, especially if you want to work in the commercial sector. This program is, however, reserved only for EU members. Web developers and engineers are highly employable profiles among German companies. These professions are always in need, have high salaries and enable the possibility to get a Blue Card visa, either under the job seeker visa or by application in your home country. In terms of recruiting, Germans are rather traditional. Specialization is highly valued, and the German labor market often favors skilled experts over generalists. This means that the higher your level of qualifications and experience, the better chances you stand to find a job. Holding a double degree or speaking several languages could be an asset in the German labor market. However, having a Master's degree, for example, isn't always a guarantee for getting a better entry-level job, as recruiters take into consideration other parameters such as internships, passion for the field, communication skills in German, etc. Of course, knowledge of at least B2 German is mandatory (except for jobs in some multinational companies and research facilities). The healthcare sector may be the most demanding concerning language requirements. Overall, the German language prevails over English in the German business world, and you will be able to compete with the local applicants if you speak German. If you wish to improve your German language competencies, the Goethe Institute provides German courses to expats. Alternatively, you can look at online classes on Expat.com's Learn a New Language page.