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1 FINDING A JOB<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

1.1 How to find a job<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

1.2 How to apply for a job<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

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2 <\/strong>TRAINEESHIPS<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

2.1 Definition and eligibility<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

2.2 Information about the national quality framework<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

2.3 Information for candidates<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

2.4 Information for employers<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

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3 <\/strong>APPRENTICESHIPS<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

3.1 Definition and eligibility<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

3.2 Information for candidates<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

3.3 Information for employers<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

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4 MOVING TO ANOTHER COUNTRY<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

4.1 Movement of goods and capital<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

4.2 Finding accommodation<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

4.3 Finding a school<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

4.4 Taking a car with you (includes information on driving licences)<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

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4.5 Registration procedures and residence permits<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

4.6 Checklist for before and after you arrive in another Member State<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

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5 WORKING CONDITIONS<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

5.1 An opening paragraph briefly describing working conditions in Europe<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

5.2 Recognition of diplomas and qualifications<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

5.3 Kinds of employment<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

5.4 Employment contracts<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

5.5 Special categories<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

5.6 Self-employment<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

5.7 Remuneration<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

5.8 Worki<\/a>n<\/a>g time<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

5.9 Leave (annual leave, parental leave, etc.)<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

5.10 Ending employment<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

5.11 Representation of workers<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

5.12 Labour disputes \u2013 strikes<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

5.13 Training<\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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6 LIVING CONDITIONS<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

6.1 Summary of living conditions in Europe<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

6.2 The political, administrative and legal systems<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

6.3 Income and taxes<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

6.4 Costs of living<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

6.5 Accommodation<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

6.6 The healthcare system<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

6.7 The educational system<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

6.8 Cultural and social life<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

6.9 Private life<\/a> <\/a>(birth, marriage, death)<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

6.10 Transport<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

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7 SOCIAL SECURITY AND INSURANCE<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

1. FINDING A JOB<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1.1 How to find a job<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you are planning to find a job in Slovakia, we recommend that you select the type of work you are interested in. When choosing a suitable occupation, we recommend considering the actual jobs currently available within our labour market, occupations in which there are labour shortages, and your own qualifications and practical skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Slovak job market primarily offers vacancies in the transportation, healthcare, and warehousing sectors, with ongoing demand for workers in the automotive and engineering industries. In the information technology sector, positions are available with the option to work from home, known as \u2018HOME OFFICE.\u2019 Slovakia remains ready to employ doctors, nurses, medical assistants, and caregivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To succeed in the Slovak job market, having a well-prepared curriculum vitae and various formal and informal recommendations from former employers, relatives, acquaintances and friends will be beneficial. You should choose your job search strategy after considering the above factors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You have the following options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Searching for job offers on the internet is one of the most widely used and fastest ways of accessing the websites of public and private institutions with job offers. Some job portals also offer foreign language versions of their sites with the option to register CVs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During a personal visit to the Offices of Labour, Social Affairs and Family, you can contact EURES staff, who will assist you in finding job opportunities. If you are unemployed, Labour, Social Affairs and Family Offices can also offer various counselling services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Job agencies can also help you to find a job. Please note that they may charge administration fees for their services in some situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Temporary employment agencies and supported employment agencies are another avenue you can explore when searching for work in Slovakia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you come across a job that is suited to you, you should respond as quickly as possible and send your CV and a cover letter using the contact details provided in the job advert. When you prepare these documents, make sure you do the best you can as this is your first contact with your future employer. In the current circumstances, we recommend that you do not hand in CVs personally to employers, but send them via email or post. Most recently, the SLOVENSKO SK portal, which operates in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 910\/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council, has also been used for sending out CVs and applying for jobs. The coordinated electronic services of SLOVENSKO SK are also available to EU citizens on the basis of coordinated electronic cooperation in the eIDAS system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the best and most effective ways to find work is to contact employers by phoning them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will find the following websites particularly helpful when you are actively searching for work or need information about the job market:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Links:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ministry of Labour, Social Affairs and Family<\/a>
Centre for Labour, Social Affairs and Family<\/a>
Central Public Administration Portal<\/a>
Platy<\/a>
Job search: sluzbyzamestnanosti.gov.sk<\/a>, www.profesia.sk<\/a>, www.worki.sk<\/a>, kariera.zoznam.sk<\/a>, www.careerjet.sk<\/a>, www.studentservis.sk<\/a>, www.praca.sme.sk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1.2 How to apply for a job<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The most common way of applying for a job is to send a cover letter and a CV (curriculum vitae). A written job application is your first means of contact with a potential employer. Your application, along with your attached CV, serves as a calling card and personal advertisement, so you should prepare it carefully. Pay attention to the style, quality of expression and spelling. Avoid phrases and statements that are empty or have no meaningful value. Your application should be persuasive. It is meant to create interest in arranging an interview. It should be no longer than one sheet of A4 paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Structure of the application<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the header, state your contact details: your first name, surname, title, address, telephone number and email address (provide a formal email address consisting of your name and surname, not an email address such as superman@gmail.com<\/a>). Under the header, write the name and address of the employer, the place and the date. It is a good idea to state the name of the person in charge of recruitment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The main body of the application should contain: the position you are applying for, where you heard about the job, why you are applying for that particular position. Briefly state your qualifications and skills for the position, your work experience or education, knowledge and skills that the potential employer could make use of, your work achievements supported by concrete examples, and when you would be available to start work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the end, write a polite sentence expressing interest in an interview. Sign the application by hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t forget to attach your consent to the processing of your personal data so that employers can enter your application in their database.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sample application<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adam Vesel\u00fd , Hlavn\u00e1 30, 040 01 Ko\u0161ice, tel. contact: 090X 123 456, e-mail: adam.vesely@<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ABC, s. r. o<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Severn\u00e1 trieda 72<\/p>\n\n\n\n

040 01 Ko\u0161ice<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ko\u0161ice, 25.4.2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Job application<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Further to the advert you published in Korz\u00e1r on 24 May 2022, I would like to apply for the position of international trade agent at your company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After graduating from university, I worked as a sales representative at an international company for two years. I can communicate effectively in English, German and Spanish, both in writing and speaking. In my previous job, I actively used all these languages when communicating with foreign partners. I am proficient in typing and able to work well online and utilise standard MS Office applications. My strengths include flexibility, creative thinking, the ability to work in a team, resistance to stress, communication, presentation skills and creative approach to problem-solving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I would be delighted to accept an invitation for an interview at a time convenient to you. Thank you in advance for considering my application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In accordance with Act No 18\/2018 on the protection of personal data and amending certain acts and Regulation (EU) 2016\/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and repealing Directive 95\/46\/EC (General Data Protection Regulation), I hereby give consent to the employer (insert the employer\u2019s official name), registration number: ABC, s.r.o., to manage, process and disclose all of the personal data provided in my personal profile, CV, cover letter and other attached documents related to my job application for the purposes of entry in the jobseekers register and recruitment. I declare that all of the personal data I have provided is true, correct and complete. This consent is voluntary and will remain valid for three years. This consent may be revoked at any time in writing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yours sincerely,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Attachments:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– CV<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Useful information when creating a CV and cover letter:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Create a CV<\/a>
Europass<\/a>
Create a CV and cover letter<\/a>
Create a cover letter<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. TRAINEESHIPS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

2.1 Definition and eligibility <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There is no definition of \u2018traineeship\u2019 or \u2018trainee\u2019 in the Slovak legislation in force.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Traineeships do not constitute employment in the strict sense of the word. A traineeship is a form of gaining professional experience, working or volunteering. It gives trainees the opportunity to receive education, acquire and develop their skills, gain experience and competences and link theory with practice. A trainee can be a student, a graduate or anyone interested in a traineeship. A traineeship can potentially help the trainee to get a job. Those offering traineeships have the opportunity to test and get to know their future potential employee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A traineeship is not a type of employment relationship. It refers to a specific activity that can be performed by the trainee on a full-time basis (intended especially for non-students) or part-time basis (used primarily by students).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A traineeship can take place on different legal bases. One of these is the \u2018Unpaid Traineeship Agreement\u2019 concluded with a company, organisation or institution in writing. It is used for traineeships that are not remunerated. For reasons of legal certainty and the need to define rights and obligations, a written form of agreement is recommended. An employer who decides to pay for the traineeship may conclude one of the agreements on work performed outside an employment relationship within the meaning of Section 223 of the Labour Code<\/a>, namely:<\/p>\n\n\n\n