Everything you need to know about applying to Forschungszentrum Jülich
Have you found an interesting vacancy at Forschungszentrum Jülich and would like to apply? On this page, you will find everything you need: an overview of our application and selection process, as well as helpful tips and links to guide you step by step.
The application process at a glance
This overview is intended to help you find your way around. Whilst our selection processes adhere to professional standards, the duration of the procedures can vary considerably. Factors influencing this include the number of applications received and the number of people involved in the selection process.
What you should know about the selection process at Forschungszentrum Jülich:
Format: If applicable, a video interview for pre-selection and/or a more in-depth interview either in person or via video.
Interview content: Questions about your background, professional expertise and transferable skills, as well as information about the general conditions and the opportunity to ask your own questions.
Possible additional selection components : Presentation, (practical) task, interview simulation.
Participants: Employees from the hiring department, and where applicable also representatives from HR and employee representative bodies (Works Council, Representative Body for Employees with Disabilities, Equal Opportunities Officer).
How to submit your application to Forschungszentrum Jülich
As a rule, applying to Forschungszentrum Jülich is quick and easy online via our application system. However, there may be exceptions for certain positions:
If you wish to submit a speculative application for an internship with a particular institute or division, please contact a relevant contact person (e.g. a group or department head, central institute administration, or secretariat) in the area directly by email. Contact details can usually be found on the individual websites.
If you are unsure who to send your unsolicited application for an internship to, you can apply for one of the general internship vacancies.
If you wish to submit a speculative application for a bachelor's / master's / PhD thesis with a particular institute , please contact a relevant contact person (e.g. a group or department head, central institute administration, or secretariat) in the area directly by email. Contact details can usually be found on the individual websites.
Application tips for your career at Forschungszentrum Jülich
Your application should include a cover letter, a CV and copies of all certificates and documents relevant to the position, such as degrees and further training. Please apply online wherever possible and submit your documents as PDFs via our online application system. Make sure that the file size is not too large (max. 5 MB per document or 20 MB for the entire application).
Below, you can find more information about the individual documents that should be included in your application.
Cover letter
Keep your cover letter concise but impactful (approx. one page). Describe your motivation for working at Forschungszentrum Jülich, as well as your suitability and relevant experience for the advertised position. To help us plan the process more efficiently, it is helpful if you indicate your earliest possible start date.
CV
Structure your CV clearly, for example by using a tabular format. Please include all stages of your professional career. Indicate the period of employment, the name of the company or institution, as well as your position, and briefly describe your responsibilities in bullet points. Ideally, you should focus on experience that is particularly relevant to the advertised position.
Additional content may include information on completed training and professional development, language, IT and methodological skills, or an overview or selection of your publications (for applications to scientific positions).
A photo is not required in your CV.
Supporting documents
Please provide a copy of a certificate, qualification or official document for each stage of your education and employment wherever possible. This helps us gain a comprehensive overview of your professional background. All documents should be clearly legible.
References for PhD applications
If you are applying for a doctoral position, you can name one or more potential referees in the online application form so that we can request references if needed. You are also welcome to upload any existing reference letters as attachments.
FAQs about applying to Forschungszentrum Jülich
Whether you have questions about our job postings, the application process or the interview stage – our FAQs provide answers to all the key questions about applying to Forschungszentrum Jülich.
