Was brauche ich?
Bring at least €750 as it may be up to 3 weeks before you receive your first paycheck. (Inform bank of travel)
Debit/cards are a good idea.
Be prepared to open a bank account upon arrival.
Be sure to bring at least 1 week’s worth of clothing and bring clothes that will be comfortable to work in and that are acceptable to your employer.
Do NOT bring valuables. (jewelries, electronic properties, etc)
Research your housing before departure and know what to expect.
Arrange your transportation to your housing/job site.
Research cultural exchange and travel opportunities.
PLAN NOW!
Planning early is best!
Budget!
Consider your dates of employment and your university summer break dates.
Students must depart the Germany by their visa expiry date and should not stay more than 90 days in the Schengen area (even if your visa is still valid).
Follow your employer’s rules in the workplace.
The same rules apply to you as to all German citizens, residents, and full-time employees.
Be prepared to meet grooming stand. Natural hair colors, shaving, and piercings.
Carefully read your job offer and any other employment documents that you receive. (download Google Translate App)
Be prepared to show up on time and work hard with good attitude.
What do I need to know about where Ilive?
Know if your employer provides housing or if you are responsible for finding your own.
Obtain a copy of the housing contract and review it ahead of time to make sure you understand everything.
You need to clean your own space/room, and co-shared areas.
How many people per bedroom.
Distance from work, groceries, and cultural exchange opportunities.
Housing rules.
Choose the best airline for your location.
Review airport and transportation guidelines.
Show up at the correct airport.
Be prepared to show your work permit at customs upon entering Germany.
Plan to arrive 1-2 days prior to your start date.
From the Hamburg airport get to the Lübeck Hauptbahnhof. A representative of ours called Sergej Hyzhko will meet you there.
Please download this app on your phone to navigate easier to your site: https://www.bahn.de/service/mobile/db-navigator
Communication!
We will be open to communicate from Monday to Friday,
from 09:00 - 17:00, via email, WhatsApp, Viber, etc.
Cultural Exchange
cultural exchange: a program that allows participants to live and work or learn in another country for a period of time. Exchanges promote diversity by helping participants and the individuals in their host countries learn about each other’s' cultures.
Varies by region.
Accents, foods, values, and histories.
Made up of different cultures.
Go with a group of friends to festivals, fairs, concerts, etc.
Invite friends and neighbors for dinner where everyone brings their favorite dish from their country.
Volunteer in your community.
Teach your friends your favorite sport from your home country.
Go hiking, biking, canoeing, etc.
Celebrate holidays from your home country with your friends from other countries, and celebrate their holidays with them.
Go with a group of friends to festivals, fairs, concerts, etc.
Invite friends and neighbors for dinner where everyone brings their favorite dish from their country.
Volunteer in your community.
Teach your friends your favorite sport from your home country.
Go hiking, biking, canoeing, etc.
Celebrate holidays from your home country with your friends from other countries, and celebrate their holidays with them.