The transition from academic work at the university to professional fields in business and society, but also the subsequent path in the academic environment, requires good preparation. In the following, we have compiled some tips and information to support this transition and further career planning.

• Finding the right place to work with the right culture to match your work personality:
  Dougsguides
• WebCast: How to plan your career?
• Podcast of the DAAD Alumni Portal: Your guide to careers in Germany:

Using your network

The ACE Plan (Active Career Exploration) for Science PhDs, Designed by Albert Chen, PhD:
Meet people to learn about a career of interest, decide if want to pursue it, and formulate a plan to prepare for it.

• Cold emails and hot coffee: Take action on your career
• Cold emails and hot coffee, part 2
• Cold emails and hot coffee, part 3
• Cold emails and hot coffee, part 4
   

Career information and information on the labour market in Germany

For people coming from abroad the Federal Employment Agency has a good summary of information all about working in Germany as foreigner, information on the regognistion of qualifications, admission to the German labour market and on finding jobs.

Make it in Germany - official website for qualified professionals

On the website of 'Research in Germany' you can find extensive information about career options for postdocs in Germany.

• Tips for a successful cover letter for non-academic jobs