Stellenangebote

Every school year, up to 800 students from abroad work as foreign language assistants (FLA) at schools in Germany. They support the teachers at their host school in teaching foreign languages in their home language and receive a monthly stipend currently totalling 1,000 euros.

The application deadline for the 2025 /26 exchange year is 30 April 2025.

Aims of the programme

• During the internship abroad, students expand and deepen their foreign language skills, immerse themselves in the culture of the host country, improve their cultural awareness and gain an insight into the local teaching methods.
• The programme offers students with an interest in teaching the opportunity to gain classroom experience in the country of the language they wish to teach in the future.
• The foreign language assistants help improve the linguistic and cultural knowledge of the pupils in the host country and enrich the lessons with their native language.

Who can apply?
Applications are open to students up to the age of 35 who have been studying for at leasttwo years at the time of taking up the position (preferably with German as a subject). German language skills should be at least level A2 (CEFR) CEFR). Applicants must also have attended a high school and currently be attending a university in New Zealand.

Programme duration
The programme starts in August/September and ends on 31 May of the following year.

Funding
FLAs receive a monthly stipend of 1,000 euros. They are covered by health, accident and liability insurance for the duration of the programme. They are also eligible to apply for housing allowance in Germany. Foreign language assistants from New Zealand receive a one off travel allowance when they take up their post, provided that these funds are made available by the Federal Foreign Office for this programme year.

Application, contact and further information
The application form as well as information on the application process and the documents to be submitted can be found on the website of the Pädagogischer Austauschdienst (PAD). Here you will also find further information on the FLA programme. 

If you have any questions about the programme, please contact the PAD directly:

Nadia Lange
Sekretariat der Kultusministerkonferenz (KMK)
Pädagogischer Austauschdienst (PAD)
Graurheindorfer Str. 157
53117 Bonn
Tel.: +49 228 501 322
E-Mail: nadia.lange@kmk.org

Ebury is a leading global fintech company that empowers businesses to trade and grow internationally. It offers a comprehensive suite of products, including international payments and collections, FX risk management, trade finance, and API integrations. Founded in 2009 by Juan Lobato and Salvador García, Ebury is one of the fastest-growing global fintechs, with over 1,700 employees and 38 offices in more than 25 countries.

Foreign Exchange Dealer - Auckland CBD office

We are looking for a Foreign Exchange Dealer in our Auckland Office, with proven dealing / trading experience and exceptional sales skills. 

Our FX Dealers' make the magic happen. They’re the ones who offer expert and bespoke suggestions and ideas to our clients, helping them make their international business dreams come true, while providing them with guidance and strategies to minimise FX risk nightmares. They plan, structure and execute deals, giving our clients the best value while contributing to Ebury’s growth. 

Our best FX Dealers' go on to head up and train teams, making sure the next generation of Dealers are inspired, motivated and proficient in their roles.

You will be a crucial contributor to the growth of Ebury, responsible for promoting the growth of Ebury. You will do this through independent research and campaigns, targeting international operating companies in the local market

As an FX Dealer you will:

• Service a portfolio of corporate clients across a range of different products, including FX hedging, lending, & cash management.
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About Us

Ebury is a FinTech success story, positioned among the fastest-growing international companies in its sector.

Founded in 2009, we are headquartered in London and have more than 1700 staff with a presence in more than 25 countries worldwide. Cultural diversity is part of what makes Ebury a special place to be. From Sao Paulo to Dubai, Bucharest to Toronto, we enjoy sharing team experiences and celebrating success across the Ebury family.

Hard work pays off: in 2019, Ebury received a £350 million investment from Banco Santander and has won internationally recognised awards including Financial Times: 1000 Europe's Fastest-Growing Companies.

None of this would have been possible without our proudest achievement: our great people. Enthusiastic, innovative and collaborative teams, always ready to disrupt and revolutionise the fast-paced FinTech sector. 
 

We believe in inclusion. We stand against discrimination in all forms and have no tolerance for the intolerance of differences that makes us a modern and successful organisation. At Ebury, you can be whoever you want to be and still feel a sense of belonging no matter your story because we want you and your uniqueness to help write our future.

Please submit your application on the careers website directly, uploading your CV / resume in English.