German B1Chapter 20 of 29

Applications and Work Communication

Apply for student jobs and communicate professionally at work.

Learn how to understand simple job ads, write short application emails, describe availability and experience, and communicate politely in workplace situations.

75 minLevel: B1

What this chapter covers

  • I can understand simple job advertisements and application replies.
  • I can write a short professional application email.
  • I can describe my availability, experience, and strengths.
  • I can respond politely to workplace messages and interview questions.
  • I can use formal work-related phrases without sounding too direct.

What you will practise in the app

The full chapter includes 10 interactive exercises covering these formats:

  • Multiple choice questions
  • Vocabulary matching
  • Fill-in-the-blank sentences
  • Word order tasks
  • Listening comprehension
  • Translation practice
  • Guided writing task

Vocabulary: Applications and Work Communication

A small sample from this chapter's vocabulary set.

die Bewerbungapplication
der LebenslaufCV / résumé
die Stelleposition / job
die Aushilfepart-time helper
das Praktikuminternship

This is only a small sample. The full vocabulary set — with audio, example sentences, and grammar details — is available in the free app.

Grammar topics in this chapter

This chapter explains 3 grammar topics with plain-English explanations and structured exercises.

Application Emails

Write short professional emails for student jobs and internships.

Workplace Communication

Write and understand polite work messages.

Interview and Availability

Talk about experience, strengths, and working times.

Why this matters in Germany

This chapter helps you build German you can use in everyday situations in Germany — from understanding simple sentences to handling basic conversations, messages, appointments, study, work, and daily life. Practical language learned in context is easier to remember and use when it matters.

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