HOW TO FIND A JOB IN WROCLAW
Wroclaw is the capital of the Lower Silesian Voivodeship of Poland. One of the oldest and largest cities in the country, located in the southwestern part of the Polish state, near the border with the Czech Republic and Germany. Wroclaw attracts quite a large number of foreign professionals as it offers good prospects for long-term employment in Poland with subsequent immigration to the European Union for permanent residence.
Jobs in Wrocław for foreigners from third countries in 2024 are available for workers of varying skill levels in many sectors. These are primarily in the fields of medicine, construction, the automotive industry and the production (assembly) of electrical equipment. Many foreign entrepreneurs see Wrocław as a good place to invest and start a business in Poland.
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Labor migration to Wrocław
The population of Wrocław in 2024 is around 674,300 people. According to official data from the local statistical office, unemployment in the city is 1.6%, which is 2% below the national average. In 2016, Wroclaw was awarded the title of European Capital of Culture.
A large number of different ethnic groups live here, life is full of numerous scientific and sporting events. Wroclaw University is considered one of the best universities in Poland, which gave the world 9 Nobel laureates. In 2012 Wroclaw, along with seven other cities in Poland and Ukraine, hosted the European Football Championship.
Wroclaw has a comfortable warm climate, reasonable housing and food prices, quality infrastructure and reasonable wages. For example, in 2024, the official average wage for local workers in the commercial sector is 7,357 PLN (approx. 1,565 EUR) before taxes. For Central and Eastern Europe, this is a good indicator.
The city has the oldest zoo in Poland, tourists can enjoy many historical sites and cultural traditions. In general, it is an excellent place for conducting professional activities, obtaining a Polish residence permit, and later Polish citizenship.
Over the past few years, employers in Wroclaw actively invite labor migrants from other countries, particularly Ukraine and Belarus to work. The main reason is cheapness of labor force, industriousness and responsibility of inhabitants of these countries.
Typically offered work associated with heavy physical labor (factories, factories, construction), the work day can last up to 10-12 hours a day, and weekends are virtually absent. You need to be prepared for this. Be sure to check the terms of the employment contract and work only legally.
Officially, Polish law does not require local and EU citizens to hire a foreign job seeker. Before moving to Wroclaw, a foreigner must first find an employer, obtain a work permit and open a work visa to Poland.
For example, for long-term employment of 6-12 months or more there is a type A visa. In some cases, no special permit is required for students or seasonal workers from Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Armenia and Moldova, who plan to work in Poland for no longer than six months.
Work in Wroclaw without intermediaries. Job search.
Today the Internet is full of all kinds of job offers from intermediary companies, whose reliability and credibility is difficult to determine. Most of the jobs offered are in the field of unskilled labor. It is up to everyone whether he/she wants to get a job in Poland or not. In any case, it is better to work with a reliable broker, for example, one recommended by relatives or friends.
It is much harder to find a job in Wroclaw on your own, or to find a direct employer who will agree to sign a contract and help to arrange a work visa. Especially for a high-paying job with comfortable conditions. For this you need to have a scarce profession, sufficient experience, education and qualification. It is desirable to know Polish and English at a good level. Sometimes knowledge of German might be required.
Even though there is a significant outflow of Polish professionals to more developed European countries, the competition for prestigious jobs in Wroclaw in 2024 is very high. Don't be lazy to visit the city as a tourist. Talk to locals and Russian-speaking migrant workers. Wroclaw has many offices of large international companies, including such giants as Toyota, Volvo, Ericsson, IBM, Siemens, and Bosch. Put together a good resume and send offers directly to employers.
Search for jobs in Wroclaw
Big employers in Wroclaw – careersinpoland.com
Professional social network – linkedin.com
Wrocław daily newspaper – Polska Gazeta Wrocławska
Popular Wrocław job sites
jobsinwroclaw.com (for English speakers)
If a job in Wroclaw without intermediaries is not available, contact one of Poland's national employment agencies. This site will help in your search for a company.
Jobs and wages in Wroclaw
In skilled labor, vacancies in Wroclaw in 2024 are open to experienced medical professionals, information technology specialists and engineers. Finding such work is quite difficult, but the level of salaries in these sectors is quite acceptable. Foreigners can expect to earn over €1,200-1,500 per month. Unfortunately, citizens from third countries mostly work in Wroclaw in plants and factories in difficult conditions, where no special qualifications are needed.
Most jobs in Wroclaw for foreigners in 2024 are available in manufacturing, construction and various types of unskilled labor. Among men, electricians, masons, tilers, welders, locksmiths, concrete workers, rebar workers and so on are needed. In general, handymen are needed for construction and industrial projects. One can earn up to 800-1,000 euros per month. There is a demand for international drivers and cooks.
Women can work in Wroclaw as seamstresses, maids, waitresses, nurses, packers of products in factories, temporary workers in agriculture and forestry. The monthly wage in all the above spheres usually does not exceed 600-700 euros. The official minimum wage in Poland this year is 4,242 PLN (995 EUR). The average salary in Wroclaw in 2024 is 8,768.73 PLN about 2,000-2,100 euros per month before taxes.
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