You’re Pivoting. How to Change Jobs in Berlin
You arrived in Berlin with one career. You ended up in another. Maybe you took the first job that came because you needed the visa. Maybe you drifted into something that paid the bills, and now two years later you’re doing work that doesn’t fill you. And you want to change. But every time you […]
Berlin. A move or a reset button? A newcomer’s perspective on navigating the Berlin job market
Article by Rashmi Kewalramani— Relocating to Berlin felt less like a geographical move and more like pressing restart on a life that had already been carefully built. Before moving here in July 2025, I had spent nearly a decade working in international recruitment, collaborating with teams and stakeholders across different markets, including the European Union. […]
Why International Professionals Struggle to Land Job Interviews in Berlin
You’ve applied to 40 positions this month. Your CV lists 7 years of experience, recognized certifications, and work at known companies. Your LinkedIn shows you’re active, connected, and engaged with Berlin’s professional community. You’ve received 2 responses. Both rejections. No interviews. Most people assume: “It’s my CV”. Sometimes it actually is, but when not, international […]
Why Expats in Berlin Struggle to Advance Their Careers
Berlin attracts some of the most talented internationals in Europe. Software engineers from India and South East Asia, designers from Brazil, project managers from the US, marketers from across the EU. They arrive with impressive CVs, ambition, and the belief that Berlin’s dynamic ecosystem will accelerate their careers. Three years later, many are still in […]