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The Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Houston is looking for an employee for the cultural, press, economic and political sectors (part-time/20 hours per week) starting May 15, 2025.

Your tasks will include:

  • Collaboration in press and public relations as well as in the cultural, economic and political sectors, mainly as research work.
  • Independent technical support of the website and social media of the Consulate General
  • Collaboration in the organization and implementation of events and delegation visits in the above-mentioned work areas

Our requirements:

  • Very good written and spoken English and basic German skills
  • Experience and networking in the cultural and press sector desirable
  • A solid level of teamwork, organizational skills, reliability, flexibility and sense of responsibility
  • Friendly and competent demeanor, even when there is a lot of work
  • Confident use of PCs and IT office applications as well as general social media
  • Already existing residence and work permit in the USA


The contractual conditions and remuneration are based on the model employment contract for locally employed employees at the German diplomatic missions in the USA. The starting salary is currently $2,399 gross per month. An initial one-year contract will be concluded with the possibility of extension.


After a successful selection process, proof of health suitability (through a medical examination by the Consulate General's cooperating doctor) must be provided before employment. In addition, a personal/security and reliability check is carried out. Your willingness to cooperate is assumed.

Please send your application with the following documents

  • Cover letter in German and English
  • CV
  • Certificates as well as valid residence and work permits for the USA
  • References/employment references


by April 4, 2025 by post or email to the:


Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany
Attn: Mr. Alex Stemmer
1330 Post Oak Blvd., Suite #1850
Houston, Texas 77056
Tel.: (713) – 627 7770
Email: vw-1@hous.diplo.de

Acknowledgements of receipt for incoming applications will not be sent. Only complete applications can be considered. We only contact candidates who are invited to a personal interview.

Suitable applicants should be available for an interview at the Consulate General from mid-April.

Unfortunately, reimbursement of travel expenses in connection with the application is not possible.


Further information about the Consulate General can be found on our Website.

Information on data protection in accordance with Article 13 of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) can be found here:

Thank you for your interest in working at one of Germany’s missions abroad. The following notice is intended to inform you about how we deal with your personal data and to fulfil our obligations under Article 13 of the GDPR.

Information on data protection pursuant to Article 13 of the GDPR for applicants seeking employment at German missions abroad

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