Looking for advice from people who moved from India to Germany: would you recommend the Opportunity Card?
Hi everyone,
I'm an Indian (24F) with an integrated MBA-Tech degree (Finance major, Computer Engineering) and around 2 years of experience as a Business Analyst. My work has involved business analysis, market research, stakeholder management, data analysis and strategy in a technology consulting/product environment.
I've been actively applying to jobs in India for more than an year, but it's been difficult to even get interviews. At the same time, I've also been exploring opportunities abroad.
I'm considering the Germany Opportunity Card. My thinking is that being physically present in Germany could improve my chances of networking, interviewing, and finding a job.
I'd really appreciate honest advice from people who've been through this, especially fellow Indians:
- Is the Germany Opportunity Card a sensible option in my situation?
- I'm happy to learn German, but would it realistically improve my chances of finding a job as a non-EU candidate with 2 years of experience, or would getting interviews still be an uphill battle?
- Would being in Germany also make it easier to explore opportunities in the Netherlands?
- Would you consider this a practical strategy, or am I overlooking something important?
- If you were in my position today, what would you do?
I'm not looking for reassurance, I genuinely want realistic advice, even if it's "don't do it yet."