Hey there,
If all goes according to plan, I should be moving to Heidelberg in September so that I can take a month
to familiarize myself with things before classes begin in October.
I have been preparing for quite some time now (nearly 2 years under the supposition that I'll be admitted
into the program...otherwise, I never would have saved up the necessary funds!) but the single thing
which stresses me the most is the issue of my boyfriend finding a job there.
He has Canadian AND Swiss citizenship, so he will not require a Visa, but will need to register himself after 90 days.
Unfortunately, though his father is Swiss German, he never taught him to speak the language. I've tried to practice with him over the months and he isn't catching onto it so well.He can only fluently speak French and English. He does not have any significant academic degree, either.
I noticed adds on this website from people seeking babysitting or help with gardening or menial tasks. Is this his only hope? And if he earns money through this means, is it considered to be 'under the table'? Is he even allowed to do this? Obviously, given his language barrier, he will need a job which does not involve serving customers, unless there are touristic opportunities like French-speaking tour guides. I heard Heidelberg is close enough to France, so has anyone ever heard of opportunities for French speakers?
Any information would help,
Thanks!