Germany Livestock Traineeship Program

Practical Training in European Livestock Farming

Program Overview

The Germany Livestock Traineeship Program offers international graduates the chance to gain real-world experience in livestock farming through a legal and structured traineeship. Participants will work on certified farms across Germany, assisting in animal care, farm operations, and learning modern agricultural techniques.

Key Highlights

Legal employment under a recognized German traineeship program
Monthly gross salary of approximately €2,051 (based on 40 hours/week)
Comfortable accommodation provided near the farm
Hands-on training in sustainable and modern livestock practices
Full visa and relocation support
Opportunity to enhance technical, language, and intercultural skills

Program Details

Duration: Up to 12 months
Working Hours: 40 hours per week (overtime paid)
Hourly Rate: €12.82 (before tax)
Estimated Gross Monthly Income: €2,051
Visa Type: Long-term national visa for traineeships
Processing Time: Approximately 3.5 months

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Education: Diploma or Degree in Agriculture, Animal Life Science, or Animal Husbandry Veterinary graduates are not eligible
University Recognition: The institution must be listed as H+ on the Anabin Portal
Graduation: Within the last 5 years
Age: 21 to 35 years
English Proficiency: Minimum B1 level, verified through an interview with EU Helpers
Financial Readiness: Ability to cover travel, visa, and initial living expenses
Driving License: Not mandatory, but considered an advantage
Personal Qualities: Motivated, reliable, and physically fit for farm work

Required Documents

CV in EU Helpers Format with a recent smiling photo
Degree or diploma certificate
Academic transcript with course names and grades
Passport copy (all pages, clear and valid)

All documents must be in English or officially translated into English.

Nationality Guidelines

Eligible: All nationalities
Not Eligible: Applications from Pakistan, African countries, Somalia, Iraq, Iran, Cuba, Libya, and Syria cannot be accepted

Program Benefits

Salary & Compensation

Approx. €2,051 gross per month
Overtime pay in line with German labor laws

Accommodation

Provided near the workplace
Shared apartments or houses with essential facilities
Approximate cost: €300/month (deducted from salary)

Health Insurance

Full coverage provided as per German legal requirements

Paid Leave

24 days of paid vacation during the 12-month program

Professional Development

Exposure to modern, sustainable European farming
Opportunities to participate in industry seminars or training

Cultural Integration

Experience German lifestyle and workplace culture
Opportunities for travel within Germany and the EU during leave

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