Career selection guide when studying vocational training in Germany

With the need to recruit human resources in many industries, Germany is currently opening up many attractive vocational study abroad opportunities for young Vietnamese people. However, to be successful in Germany, choosing a career that suits your abilities and meets the specific requirements of each industry is extremely important. 

With the motto of comprehensive support for students, SHD Academy will accompany you from the first steps on the path to choosing the right career when studying vocational training in Germany. Let's review with SHD Academy the specific requirements of each profession with high demand for human resources in Germany through the following article.

Mechanical Engineering Group

The mechanical engineering sector is one of the important fields in Germany, including jobs such as mechanics, electronics technicians, mechanical technicians and mechanical engineers. This sector is suitable for people who love technology and have high logical thinking ability.

Solid foundation of natural knowledge: Mechanical engineering requires a solid knowledge of mathematics, physics and chemistry, especially knowledge related to dynamics, electricity and mechanics.

Mechanical technician in Germany

Logical and analytical thinking: This is an industry that requires analytical and systems thinking skills, allowing you to quickly grasp complex technical processes.

Careful and meticulous: Technicians need to work with small details, so being careful and meticulous will help you ensure product quality and work safety.

Practical experience preferred: Experience in the mechanical, electronic or engineering fields will help you adapt quickly to vocational training programs in Germany.

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Health sector

The healthcare industry in Germany is one of the most in-demand, especially in the fields of nursing and dental assistants. This is a profession that requires high levels of care, communication skills and basic medical knowledge.

Good communication skills: Nurses and dental assistants need to communicate regularly with patients, so good communication skills are important. Being able to communicate in German will help you support and care for your patients better.

Nurse in Germany

Empathy and patience: The healthcare industry requires a high level of empathy and patience, especially when caring for and supporting patients with special needs.

Good health: Nursing work requires you to have good physical strength and the ability to withstand work pressure, due to having to support patients in daily activities and work at high intensity.

Good looking: Especially in the field of dental assisting, having a good appearance and maintaining good personal hygiene is essential since you will be working closely with patients.

Food Technology Industry Group

The Food Technology industry in Germany is a heavily invested sector, with the goal of providing safe, high-quality products that meet strict hygiene and nutritional standards. This industry is suitable for young people who are passionate about technology and want to explore modern food processing, from production to preservation and distribution.

Scientific and technological knowledge: A foundation of knowledge in chemistry, biology and microbiology, helping students understand nutritional components, additives and food preservation processes. Understanding of food safety and international quality standards (such as HACCP, ISO) is required to meet hygiene and safety standards.

Engineering and machinery operation: Jobs in the industry require students to be familiar with and operate modern manufacturing equipment, from automated assembly lines to food processing machinery.

Lam Tu Huong – Former SHD student at Anona company – specializing in functional foods in Germany

Analytical thinking and problem solving: This is an industry that requires the ability to analyze and find solutions quickly when encountering technical problems or violations of quality standards. Flexible and creative thinking also helps students grasp new technological trends in the food industry, thereby providing effective improvement solutions.

Teamwork skills: Jobs in this industry require close cooperation with other departments such as quality control, packaging and distribution, so effective teamwork skills are essential.

Good communication skills, especially communication in German, will help students easily coordinate and work in factories and enterprises in Germany.

Construction Industry Group

The construction industry in Germany includes jobs such as builders, construction technicians, and construction machinery operators. This is a field suitable for people with good health and a passion for machinery and technology.

Good health and physical endurance: Working in the construction industry requires you to be in good health and physically fit, as you will often be working outdoors and carrying heavy equipment.

Teamwork ability: The construction industry requires a high level of teamwork, as you will have to work closely with colleagues during construction.

Former SHD student majoring in Construction in Germany

Love of machines and engineering: Jobs in the construction industry often involve operating machinery and working with large construction equipment. If you love machinery and have the ability to operate high-tech equipment, this will be a big advantage.

Skills and expertise: Construction work not only requires physical strength but also requires you to have skills and understanding of basic construction techniques. The ability to handle and understand occupational safety procedures is essential.

Problem solving skills: Construction projects often encounter unexpected situations, so the ability to respond quickly and solve problems will help you complete the job more effectively.

SHD Academy: accompanying students in choosing the right career path

At SHD Academy, we not only offer vocational study abroad programs in Germany but also focus on accompanying and guiding students from the very beginning. We understand that, in order to be successful and develop long-term in a new environment, the most important thing is to choose a career that suits your abilities, passions and social needs.

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Career orientation from the very beginning

As soon as students complete the A1 course and enter the A2 stage, SHD Academy organizes detailed and in-depth career orientation sessions. Here, students not only share practical knowledge from experts but also have the opportunity to learn in depth about the characteristics of each profession in Germany, thereby helping them have a more comprehensive and clear view of their choices. 

Orientation session for the first A2 course at SHD

Career guidance series "People choose careers or careers choose people"

In particular, SHD Academy has successfully organized career orientation sessions “People choose careers or careers choose people” – a program that has attracted the attention of hundreds of students. This series is designed to help young people explore and accurately perceive high-demand professions in Germany such as nursing, mechanics, food technology, construction and many other fields.

This is where you can not only hear about the potential of the professions, but also exchange directly with experts and experienced people, thereby helping you feel more confident when making important decisions about the future.

Career guidance session "Career chooses person or person chooses career"

This program also opens up a space for young people to exchange and discuss their worries and concerns in the career selection process, helping them to be more confident when embarking on their career development journey in Germany. 

With dedication and companionship on every step, SHD Academy is not only a place to provide knowledge but also a reliable companion, providing the right direction so that Vietnamese students can confidently step on the journey to build their career and future in Germany.

Choosing the right profession when studying vocational training in Germany is an important step to help you develop your career and achieve success in life. Hopefully, the above information has helped you gain more perspective on popular professions in Germany and the specific requirements of each profession. Let SHD Academy accompany you on the path to realizing your dream and building a solid future in Europe.