Hello,
I may be going out on a large limb here. I am a recent University graduate from the states currently working as an Au Pair in the Bodensee area of Germany. I love this part of the world and am hoping to find employment here (preferrably as a teacher). I am running into some difficulties understanding how to apply for a work permit/what type of permit to apply for. Many jobs I have applied for have written me and told me that they could not hire me without a valid work permit. However, from what I have gathered, one must have an offer/contract from the employer before they may apply.
This seems a bit backwards to me. I am looking for any help that I can get, and am incredibly thankful for any advice and interest!
Cheers!
American hoping to relocate to Switzerland
I may be going out on a large limb here. I am a recent University graduate from the states currently working as an Au Pair in the Bodensee area of Germany. I love this part of the world and am hoping to find employment here (preferrably as a teacher). I am running into some difficulties understanding how to apply for a work permit/what type of permit to apply for. Many jobs I have applied for have written me and told me that they could not hire me without a valid work permit. However, from what I have gathered, one must have an offer/contract from the employer before they may apply.
This seems a bit backwards to me. I am looking for any help that I can get, and am incredibly thankful for any advice and interest!
Cheers!
