HOW TO FIND A JOB IN POLAND?

During the post-Soviet era, the Republic of Poland made a powerful leap in economic development. One of the proofs of this is the unemployment rate. It is no more than 3% in Poland, which is one of the best indicators in the European Union.

That is why citizens of the states - former allies of Poland under the Warsaw Pact - often consider it as a place for employment. The share of Ukrainians, Belarusians and Russians working here is significant.

Methods of getting a job in Poland

It should be said right away: looking for a job in the Republic of Poland is a difficult, but very attractive business. Motives that push foreign workers to seek employment here:

• decent (compared to national) salaries even in areas that do not require qualified personnel;
• broad social benefits (for example, free medical care);
• the prospect of living in the European Union.

Job search:

There are two main ways to find information about vacancies and in-demand specialists at Polish enterprises, institutions and organizations:

• independently (without intermediaries);
• through intermediaries.

Independent job search

Searching for a place of employment without intermediaries consists in the analysis of electronic online resources (sites), advertisements in classic mass media (newspapers), as well as through direct appeals to a potential employer (online or face-to-face).

1. Internet resources are one of the most popular sources of information about vacancies. The heuristics of work on the following portals will be most effective: pracuj.pl, monsterpolska.pl, eurabota.com, olx.pl, pl.jooble.org, pracuj.pl, praca.pl, praca.gratka.pl, infopraca.pl, jobs .pl, gumtree.pl, praca-tymczasowa.pl, gazetapraca.pl, adzuna.pl and other sites.
2. Advertisements in classic (paper) mass media today have lost their former relevance and - especially! - efficiency in submitting material, but can also be used to search for vacancies. The most important newspapers for this are "Praca", "Oferta", "Gazeta Wyborcza" and other publications. and during this time the information may become outdated. In the mass media, the applicant can place his resume, which increases the applicant's chances of employment. The disadvantage of self-searching the Internet and media is the possibility of running into fraudsters and the need to verify the integrity of the advertiser.
3. Direct handling of employment issues to the employer can be electronic or face-to-face. Every normal company has its website with a section about vacancies, the use of which allows you to hope for future employment. If the applicant for the position is already in Poland, then you can try your luck in looking for a job through real meetings with specialists of personnel services of employers.

Job search through intermediaries

Intermediaries are most often employment agencies that know well how to find a job in Poland. Calling for services saves time. In addition, there are agencies in Poland with the status of an official intermediary (with registration in the Polish state register), and their job search services are provided free of charge.

Among such agencies, the most popular are: Randstad, Ewl, Interkadra, OTTOworkfarce, OTTO Polska, Flagma, MEGA POL, Pollux, Transline Group, POLAND WORKFORCE, Work Service SA and other organizations and individuals.

The most popular professions in the Republic of Poland and the minimum salary

Vacancies in construction, agriculture and industrial production, which are not particularly popular among the local population, are considered the most popular in Poland (already classic!). Therefore, the specialties of mason, plasterer, decorator, electrician, carpenter, installer, mechanic, welder, auxiliary worker, etc. needed on the Polish labor market. Current vacancies for seasonal workers, as well as in the service sector.

For such vacancies, it is necessary to have a secondary or secondary vocational education and to have a basic knowledge of the Polish language. But the main requirement for getting any job in Poland is a work visa, which is issued, according to the laws of the country, by the employer (employer).

From 2020, the Polish minimum wage is EUR 3.85 (tax included). Moreover, the salary level is constantly increasing.

How can a foreigner find a job in Poland

So, how to look for a job in Poland? Foreign citizens who wish to find employment in the Republic of Poland have the option of conducting an independent search for vacancies or entrusting this matter to intermediaries. Obtaining a work visa, knowing the basic basics of the language and having an education are the main requirements for job candidates.

Polish labor and administrative legislation severely punishes the illegal employment of citizens of the country and foreigners, so you shouldn't count on it.