Alina, 19 years old. Relocation through the Voluntary Social Year program (FSJ)

2026-05-13 23:12 Success stories

Job before relocation: English teacher
German language level: A2
Citizenship: Kazakhstan, applied from Kazakhstan

First interview one week after starting work with us
Received a placement at a kindergarten in the city of Emden
The entire process took only 8 months

Today, Alina lives in Germany, works at a kindergarten, and… pays nothing for life in Europe. All thanks to the voluntary social service programs (FSJ) and the Federal Volunteer Service (BFD).

At first, she tried to secure a contract on her own, but for two months she received only rejections or offers with minimal funding. However, just one week after beginning to work with us, she received not only an interview invitation but also a signed contract. Because receiving an offer of cooperation is a strategy, not luck.

Using Alina’s case as an example, you can see how beneficial the conditions can be:

Accommodation. A free apartment directly on the grounds of the childcare complex where she works. This solves the main financial problem for people relocating — paying for housing and expensive utility bills in Europe.

Financial support. Every month, Alina receives € 600 in "pocket money," which is tax-free. These funds can be used for personal expenses, travel, or hobbies.

Meals and transportation. Like most program participants, Alina receives three meals a day at her workplace and a travel pass valid throughout Germany = saving both money and time.

Language learning. Free German language courses are a pleasant bonus for everyone who wants to adapt faster and continue living or working in Germany in the future.

The total amount of support per year exceeds € 10,000.

For many people, this is a chance to live in Germany without huge financial investments.

But the most valuable part is not only the money. Volunteering allows participants to truly immerse themselves in the local culture, understand the specifics of the labor market, build valuable connections, and strengthen their language skills.

According to the statistics of my clients, 99% of participants successfully remain in Germany after a year in the voluntary social service (FSJ) or Federal Volunteer Service (BFD) programs — they enroll in universities, find jobs, or continue their professional development in the country.

If you also want to learn about your chances of receiving a volunteer placement in Germany — feel free to ask any questions during a free consultation in our messages (chat)!

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