Working in the social economy
Germany is actively seeking skilled workers in various fields, including nursing, medicine, education, and other health and social professions. As a result, there are excellent opportunities for employment or vocational training in the health and social sector. Learn more about the different pathways to enter the labor market and the variety of professions in this field!
Have you completed higher education or qualified vocational training in a health or social profession? Many companies in Germany are actively seeking skilled workers. For employment in most of these professions, a recognition of your qualification is required. For further information on visa and residence for work purposes, please click here.
Numerous companies in the health and social sector are actively seeking trainees. Pursuing vocational training in a health or social profession can open up a wide range of opportunities. For more information regarding visas and residence permits for vocational training, please click here.
If you are interested in gaining firsthand experience in the healthcare sector or social field, participating in a voluntary social year (FSJ) or federal voluntary service (BFD) could be a suitable option for you. For further information on vacancies and admission procedures, please check the websites of the institutions that are looking for volunteers. Here are some examples:
FSJ
- Caritas: https://ich-will-fsj.de/bewirb-dich/freie-stellen-suchen
- Diakonie: https://ran-ans-leben.de/freiwilligendienste/nach-deutschland-incoming/
- AWO: https://awo-freiwillich.de/finde-deine-stelle/
- DRK: https://www.freiwilligendienste.drk.de/bewerbung/bewerbung-incoming/
- Parität: https://paritaet-bw.de/freiwillig-engagiert
BFD
You can find further institutions offering vacancies for volunteers online.
Do you have any questions? Please do not hesitate to contact the team of the Welcome Center Sozialwirtschaft. We will be glad to get back to you.