Find Out How to Get a Job and Work in Wiesbaden-Mainz

Employment in Wiesbaden-Mainz

Local Economy

The Wiesbaden-Mainz area is one of the richest areas in Germany. Jobs are plentiful, due in part to the amount of large international companies with bases in the two cities. These range from large computing companies, to chemical firms, as well as engineering and even cruise ship operators.

Important products within the industries of Wiesbaden include concrete, metals, electronics, printing, and foodstuffs. Produce of Mainz includes glass and plastics. Both cities are also major wine centers, and highly important to German wine production and trade. As it can be seen, the area contains a plethora of industry and trade, all of which are open to expats. It should also be remembered that, like Germany as a whole, the English language can get you almost as far as the native tongue; another factor that broadens horizons for those hoping to work in Wiesbaden or Mainz.

Wiesbaden also has a large military contingent, with many thousands of US citizens employed in the area. This military presence also creates civilian jobs.

Job Hunting in Wiesbaden-Mainz

With jobs plentiful in a diverse range of skill-sets, it comes down to knowing where to look for that big break in the Wiesbaden-Mainz area. Here are some first starting points for the expat job search.

Newspapers

• Herald Union (military community)
• Allgemeine Zeitung (German only)
• Rhein-Zeitung (German only)

Agencies and Job Sites

• Wiesbaden military
• Germany-USA career center
• Glassdoor
• StepStone

Income Taxation in Wiesbaden-Mainz

It is no secret that the German taxation system is a complex and confusing one. In fact, there are varying systems of taxation in Germany for different trades and types of income. Income tax and VAT are the principle taxes to be concerned about while working in Wiesbaden-Mainz, but the aid of a good lawyer, or person experienced with the systems could save you a lot of hassle in the long run. You can find an overview of tax system in our article on Taxes in Germany.