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You're a trained professional from abroad? You may need to get your qualifications recognised.

In certain cases it is necessary to have certificates of education acquired abroad evaluated for the purpose of taking up employment or for further training.

Hamburg’s job market provides first-class opportunities and is a tantalizing attraction for qualified specialists from abroad. Luckily, there are simplified residence regulations for skilled workers.

Hamburg is, of course, dominated by the maritime industry. However, aviation, automotive, bio-tech, media and more play important roles, too.

Skilled workers, Germany's biggest port, modern offices and an great variety of industries are a few of Hamburg's assets.

Looking for a job? We've listed the best job portals to help you find your dream job in Hamburg! Start your Hamburg job search now.

Job application is a formal affair in Germany. Find out which documents to include, how to draft up a German CV and much more.

You applied for a job in Hamburg and are invited for an interview? Congratulations! Read here what to expect.

Your contract contains information about your salary, holidays, working hours and notice periods. Make sure you understand it all before signing.

It happens to the best of us. When you’re sick, you’ll need to inform your employer and get a doctor’s note as soon as possible.

The Hamburg Ministry of Science, Research and Equality aims to ensure that gender equality is perceived as normality in every aspect of life.

From physics and medicine to climate research: Hamburg is a renowned research location with several prestigious research facilities.