https://www.reddit.com/r/zurich/comments/1j7ybk8/how_can_finding_a_job_be_this_difficult/
created by DoIwanttobenormal on 10/03/2025 at 13:14 UTC*
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Comment by TheTomatoes2 at 10/03/2025 at 14:29 UTC
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You're non EU and don't speak German, basically the worst possible setup
Comment by Endangered-Wolf at 10/03/2025 at 13:28 UTC
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How easy would it be for a French speaking individual to find work in South Africa?
Not knowing one of the national languages is an issue, as "only English" jobs are not plentiful.
Comment by ptinnl at 10/03/2025 at 13:50 UTC
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Just to let you know, I met quite some people who recently lost their jobs. They are all Msc, PhD and MBAs. They were in tech, biotech, consumer goods, personal care and finance. It's just a tough situation. Hopefully will get better.
Comment by CriticalFibrosis at 10/03/2025 at 13:23 UTC
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Why are you surprised to find it challenging to find jobs if you don't speak the local language? I'll venture a guess that you are working in an IT-related sector. One that has been hit by layoffs recently.
If you just need money, go into Gastro, Health Care, or teaching English. If you are looking for a job in your field, learn German up to at least a B2 level to have a chance against the rest of the work pool.
Comment by Organicmint at 10/03/2025 at 14:48 UTC
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Job market is exhausting for literally everyone I know – be it specialised fields or general. You REALLY need to advance your language skills and/or believably communicate that it is a top priority for you to do so. Good luck!
Comment by OneMorePotion at 10/03/2025 at 13:54 UTC*
9 upvotes, 2 direct replies
Depending on the jobs you look for, German B1 is simply not enough. It will probably become easier to find a job with B2. And remember: German is VERY different from Swiss German. This said, the most important thing is your CV. I'm currently hiring and a good 2/3 of all applicants go immediately to the "no" pile, because their documents are really bad.
I don't care if someone speaks perfect German or Swiss German. But I do care about spelling errors in the first 3 sentences. Or reading the same boring ChatGPT generated application for the 12th time. Most didn't even replace the ß. And my personal favorite, having 4 blank pages between the last and second to last page of your CV.
A lot of applications simply fall through because they are minimal effort. Not saying that is the case for you, but maybe have a couple of friends proof read your CV.
Comment by ExcellentAsk2309 at 10/03/2025 at 14:45 UTC
5 upvotes, 0 direct replies
Swiss here - it’s so difficult. Easier seeing a leopard than landing an interview currently.
Comment by Ausverkauf at 10/03/2025 at 13:43 UTC
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A South African friend of mine moved here to be with his gf 6 years ago. He also thought it‘s gonna be easy but he has not yet found a stable job and does only short term stuff. He also went into a big depression because of it. Lots of people think it‘s easy here but it is not especially if you‘re not speaking the local language.
Comment by CoolVermicelli8349 at 10/03/2025 at 14:18 UTC
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I am surprised how noone mentioned that the true difficulty of getting a job in switzerland is the fact that you have to have relationships or be a good looking female; as a matter of fact I’d dare to say that about 70-80% of the jobs go by just these two criteria; it’s sad and you would not expect it in switzerland but it is true, especially in finance