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2003 Job Openings that required German Language

December 2003

Dec. 9, 2003
Translator & Production Assistant
North American International Auto Show
Dec. 29, 2003 - Jan. 5, 2004

A Production Team involved with a Press Event for Mercedes-Benz at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit is looking for a proficient German/English speaking individual that can work closely with Mercedes-Benz and their Production Team as a Translator and Production Assistant.

This role provides general production support, which includes a variety of tasks; securing miscellanies supplies, courier service, on-site administrative, food & beverage support and translating. Their clients and
most of the German suppliers are from the Stuttgart area. Technical terms associated with lighting, video, sound, staging may come into play. Although, they do not expect this person to be familiar with these
terms, it would be helpful if they have a resource to find the appropriate translation.

The days of the Event are as follows: December 29, 30, January 2, 3, 4, & 5, most days being 10-12 hours. The work will take place at Cobo Hall, in Detroit. Compensation will be provided at a rate of $10.00 an hour.

If interested, please contact:

Karen Stevers
248-541-9660
313-441-4658
kstevers@earthlink.net

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Dec. 1, 2003
EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONAL NEEDED!

Fantastic opportunity for an experienced Executive Administrative Professional at an outstanding automotive supplier. We are looking for a motivated individual with dynamic energy and high level of professionalism. This company offers an exceptional working environment as well as an outstanding benefits package including: medical, optical, dental, 401k plan, pension plan, STD, LTD, Paid time off, and much, much more.

Responsibilities:
- Directly supports a top level executive member on all administrative levels
- Accurate and timely schedule keeping, appointment setting, and meeting planning
- International travel arrangements, planning, and facilitation
- Formal/business correspondence
- Create presentations utilizing PowerPoint
** Manage all administrative support aspects for the executive while maintaining a high level of professionalism, open communication, and monitoring the schedule of the executive to ensure all appointments are prepared and executed properly

Qualifications:
- Fluently speak, read and write German
- 3 to 5 years experience within in an Executive Administrative Support role
- Automotive manufacturing experience (min. 2 years)
- MS Office Suite skills at an advanced level
- Excellent communication skills/Customer service skills
- The ability to be proactive and monitor every aspect of the executives day
- A quick thinker and motivated self-starter
- Professional presentation and demeanor
- Bachelor's Degree

If you enjoy a challenge and have the desire to be part of an excellent organization, please forward your resume immediately to darcy@venatorconsulting.com

Darcy Godziszewski
Senior Staffing Consultant
Venator Staffing
888 W. Big Beaver Suite 450
Troy, MI 48084
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

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Dec. 1, 2003
American Chamber of Commerce - Frankfurt

The American Chamber of Commerce in Frankfurt is seeking a "Seminar Coordinator." For more information, download the job description as a PDF file, or contact Mrs. Lindsey Huenink at the American Chamber of Commerce in Frankfurt, Tel: (069) 92 91 04-50, or by E-Mail: lhuenink@amcham.de

November 2003

Nov. 15, 2003
Cranbrook Upper School (SE MI)
immediate opening

Cranbrook Upper School is in need of a full time German teacher starting Dec. 1 for the rest of the school year. 4 classes, levels 1-4, the 4th year being an AP class. The classes are small (8-12 students). Anyone interested should contact Richard Bowdy:
rbowdy@cranbrook.edu or (248) 646 1332.

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Nov. 1, 2003
Translators needed

Linguistic Systems Inc., a translation company out of Cambridge, MA is looking for native English translators of German who are adept at pharmaceutical or medical terminology, and are comfortable working from TIFF files. They are asking that each translator take on at least 10,000 words per week; however there is no upward limit. Payment terms are .08 per word. This project could last up to six months. If interested, please email your resume to Elizabeth McManamy (emcmanamy@linguist.com).

Elizabeth McManamy
Linguistic Systems, Inc.
Cambridge, MA
Tel: 617-864-3900 x 426
Fax: 617-864-5186
www.linguist.com

October 2003

Oct. 23, 2003
Global Business Support - Part-time Job for Students
Sterling Heights, MI

Global Business Support helps out international companies (many German) which are looking to break into the North American market. The scope of their services is quite large - from a smaller scale (market research, surveys, etc.) to a much larger scale (setting up a US subsidiary/joint venture with the German parent company, establishing a network of contacts/customers, starting up production facilities, etc). They currently have a large load of German companies that are planning to use their services and possibly start their subsidiary in the beginning of 2004.

Global Business Support is looking for someone (part time) who would be interested in helping with research (by internet and phone) into a few types of industries in the US and identify potential match-ups for the German companies. They would also have contact with German customers, hence the need for a German speaking student to work out of their office in Sterling Heights, Michigan.

Interested students may contact Brian Jaskolski (Tel. 586-997-9859) or Peter Beierling (Tel. 586-997-9859). More information about Global Business Support and the companies they work with can be found at www.gbsupport.com

Brian Jaskolski (Junior Year in Munich class of 2000-01)
Global Business Support
42345 Yearego Drive
Sterling Hts, MI 48314
Tel. (586) 997-9859
Fax (586) 739-7788
bjaskolski@gbsupport.com
www.gbsupport.com

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Oct.16, 2003
Bilingual Executive Assistant to the President
Troy, Michigan


An automotive company in Troy MI is searching for a bilingual (German/English) executive assistant to the president. Salary range in the mid $50s-60s.

For information, contact:
Barbara Cusmano
Snelling Personal Services
Roseville, MI
Tel. (586) 772-6760
barbara@snelling-jobs.com

September 2003

Sept. 12, 2003
Administrative Assistant
(bilingual)
Plymouth, Michigan

Prestigious German owned automotive supplier rated among the top 100 German industrial companies with more than 23,000 employees worldwide needs an experienced administrative assistant to work within their Plymouth facility.

The position reports to the Director of Engineering; because he is a German national German language skills are essential in this position. Primary responsibilities include composing correspondence, compiling regular and/or special reports for the director, maintaining and controlling confidential files and records, receiving and screening visitors and phone calls for the director, making appointments, heavy travel arrangements (both domestic and international), meeting planning, preparation of agendas, etc.

A minimum of five years secretarial experience is required along with a strong knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

A generous benefits package comes with this excellent career opportunity which includes medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance, life insurance, LTD, STD, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, paid holidays and 401(k). The starting salary will be in the low $40s.

If you are a German speaking professional with strong administrative skills you need to explore this opportunity. Call Elizabeth Suchomel at 734-542-0202 or feel free to email her at esuchomel@thekpmgroup.com to find out more details.

Elizabeth Suchomel
Senior Recruiter
The KPM Group
Phone 734-542-0202
Fax 734-542-1435

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Sept. 12, 2003
Engineering - German or French fluency required
Pittsburgh, PA

filled

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Sept. 10, 2003
German Language Tutor
Dearborn, Michigan

Langua Tutor, Inc. is looking for someone to tutor beginning German to two children who will be moving to Germany in December. The family lives in Dearborn; lessons would be Tuesdays and Thursdasy 3-5 pm.

For further information or to send a resume, please email
Karen at Karen@languatutor.com

Langua Tutor, Inc.
30150 Telegraph Rd.
Suite 300
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
248.645.6663
248.645.5376, fax
www.languatutor.com

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Sept. 2, 2003
Bilingual CPA

Chicago, IL

The GACCoM is looking for a bilingual (German-English) CPA with ca. five years experience with tax issues.

Barbara Zollmann
Manager, Consulting Services

German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest
401 N. Michigan Avenue #2525
Chicago, IL 60611-4212
USA

Phone: +1 312 494 2174
Fax: +1 312 644 0738
Email: zollmann@gaccom.org
Internet: www.gaccom.org

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July 2003

July 22, 2003
European Computer Telecoms AG
Munich, Germany

European Computer Telecoms AG is looking for a Junior Project Manager for Softswitches (m/f) to work in their Product/Project Management Department in Munich. An ideal candidate would be a native English language speaker with baskic knowledge of German. Visit the ECT website for details.

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July 23, 2003
Interim position for GAAP Accountant w/fluency in German
Farmington Hills, MI

"Our client in Farmington Hills is looking for a GAAP Accountant who is fluent in German. They are considering an acquisition in Switzerland (Controller only speaks German) which requires due diligence and acquisition, valuation research. Candidate does not have to be extremely high-level -- they will train -- as long as they are a solid accountant. Position would start in August. Position requires German and would mostly likely involve travel to Switzerland -- paid by the company. Expected to last a couple months and work will be sporadic (less than 40 hours a week and not regular). Therefore, could be a full-time employee who has some flexibility in their schedule or someone who only wants to work part-time."

Contact:
Mark Egnatios
Vice President - Finance Group
Dickson Allan
(248) 643-9480 x.363
megnatios@dicksonallan.com

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July 20, 2003
German Language Instructors
Bloomfield Hills, MI

Das German Language Center Bloomfield Hills stellt erneut weitere LehrerInnen fuer das kommende Schuljahr 2003/2004 ein. Unsere Klassenzahl hat sich verdoppelt und Interessenten sollten dienstags, mittwochs und donnerstags von 16.00 Uhr bis 20.00 Uhr Zeit haben. Ab September wird unser Kinder- und Erwachsenenprogramm in der Academy of the Sacred Heart, Kensington Rd, Bloomfield Hills stattfinden.

Interessenten koennen uns wie folgt kontaktieren:
Birgit Adamofsky 248 851-9433 email: Villak@aol.com
Maria F. Baker 248 988-8026 email: mariafernandez@culture-span.com

German Language Center Bloomfield Hills, LLC
40900 Woodward Ave. Suite 110
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304

http://www.germanlanguagecenter.org

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June 2003

June 20, 2003
German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
New York, NY

The New York office of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is seeking a highly motivated person to create and maintain a network of German scholars currently or permanently working in the United States. Responsibilities include finding and contacting German scholars in the United States, creating and maintaining a database, writing and regularly distributing an electronic newsletter, designing and managing a website including a job search component, and eventually organizing events in various locations around the United States.

Successful applicant must be fluent in German and English, should have at least a Master's degree, preferably a PhD, and have knowledge of Microsoft Access and/or Microsoft Excel. Background in natural sciences a plus.

The position is available beginning August 1, 2003. Annual salary $70,000. Please send resume and cover letter to Uta Gaedeke, German Academic Exchange Service, 871 UN Plaza, New York, NY 10017.

Deadline: Resumes will be accepted until July 23, 2003

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June 17, 2003
Executive Assistant
Michigan

I am currently working with a client that is searching for an Executive Assistant that is fluent in German. They are looking for someone with about 5 years of experience supporting an upper level executive.

Michelle Salvatore, CPC
Sr. Staffing Consultant
Venator Staffing
248-269-0000

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June 12, 2003
Bilingual Administrative Assistant
Michigan

Bilingual Administrative Assistant needed to support Engineering VP. Must be fluent in German; must have at least five years of experience as a senior level administrative assistant, preferably in an automotive environment. Word, Excel, PowerPoint skills required. Salary mid 40s. Excellent benefits.

Email resumes to: judy@bryantbureau.net

Judy Paszek
Operations Manager
Bryant Bureau

Tel. (586) 772-6452
judy@bryantbureau.net
www.bryantbureau.net

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June 6, 2003
Bilingual Office Administrator
Job ID: 03-020
Troy, MI

Description:

Established German based manufacturer of interior components is seeking an Office Administrator for their brand new Troy sales and engineering office. The qualified candidate will provide administrative support the North American Vice President (handle travel arrangements, correspondence, file maintenance, etc.) as well as performing office management duties (i.e. facilities issues, phone communications, maintaining office supplies, etc.) Other duties will include presentation preparation, compiling data for various sales reports, processing requests for quotations and other administrative tasks. If you are a person who is motivated by working in a fast paced, dynamic office, and if you are interested in working in an environment that encourages involvement and if you are an individual who would like the opportunity to actually create your own office structure, then you are likely an ideal candidate for this position.

Requirements:

The successful candidate must have 5 years administrative or secretarial experience preferably within an international environment, the ability to communicate in German (both written and spoken) strong proficiency with Microsoft Office products, excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and outstanding customer service attitude.

Compensation and Benefits:

While salary is commensurate with previous work experience, this position will pay between $40,000 and $45,000 annually. Full benefits are available.

Next Step:

If this position interests you, please contact Therese McShane as soon as possible via telephone or you may send your resume via e-mail or fax. (Be sure to include a time that we may speak confidentially.)

E-mail address: tmm@mratroy.com
Telephone: (248) 362-6800 ext.102
Fax: (248) 362-2606

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May 2003

May 22, 2003
Executive Administrative Assistant
Robert Bosch Corporation
Farmington Hills, MI

For 90 years, Robert Bosch Corporation has set the standard for quality and innovation in North America. Bosch is known worldwide for developing and manufacturing the best in automotive parts.

As an Executive Assistant you will support the Office of the Chairman for a leading Global Automotive Supplier. Utilizing your bilingual German Language skills you will be responsible for the Chairman's business/personal correspondence and tasks and the following day-to-day activities, which may include: composing and typing letters and documents, interacting with German speaking colleagues overseas, managing complex travel and meeting arrangements for high level officials, preparing presentations, dealing with discrete and confidential matters, assisting the executive staff as needed.

The ideal candidate will be a team player, well organized, multi-task oriented, possess strong interpersonal skills with excellent written and oral communication abilities in both English and German, have 5+ years of administrative assistant experience including at the executive level. Willingness to work early hours and occasional overtime will be required in order to interact with business units located in European time zones. Formal business, administrative, or collegiate training is preferred.

Viviane Niemann
Robert Bosch Corporation
Executive Administrative Assistant
to Kurt Liedtke
Chairman, President & CEO
38000 Hills Tech Drive
Farmington Hills, MI 48331

Email: viviane.niemann@us.bosch.com

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May 15, 2003
Executive Administrative Personal Assistant
Oakland County, Michigan

Executive Administrative Personal Assistant with bilingual German skills. This would be a direct hire position with an Automotive Supplier in Oakland County. This individual would be assisting a very high level executive.

Julie L. Feldkamp
Personnel Manager/Staffing Specialist
Snelling Personnel Services
spsroyaloak@aol.com
(248) 399-3450

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February 2003

Feb. 7, 2003
Bilingual German Marketing Specialist
Location: 40 miles South of LA, CA until July 2003 then Munich, Germany for 12 months. Salary - 50K

Analyze existing and potential product markets. Research trends and estimate market development and potential. Collect and analyze data on established and prospective customers. Responsible for market research, identification and interpretation of key business trends and findings unique to the industry. Implement effective marketing programs for assigned products. Provide management with information used to predict sales potential and market conditions. May research, identify, and evaluate potential new products and product designs. Develops marketing programs to maintain and improve the organization's competitive position. Continually evaluates the timely adjustment of marketing strategies and plans to respond to changing markets and competitive conditions. Ensures that products are marketed in accordance with budgeted objectives to obtain maximum profitability and sales volume. Participate in efforts to develop effective product marketing literature.

Please contact:
Monique Caselli
Recruitment Specialist
Multilingual Placement Services
Tel. 704-788-2558
Fax: 704-782-6092
Email: MCas820487@aol.com

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Feb. 7, 2003
Internship: Bookkeeping and Controlling
FILLED
A German-American company in metro Detroit is looking for an intern in the bookkeeping and controlling side of their business. They prefer a bilingual person (German/English). The candidate should have a bachelor's degree in business, incl. some experience in bookkeeping. During the internship the candidate will work with an external accountant to gain expertise, possibly leading to a permanent position.

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Feb. 7, 2003
Bilingual Engineer (MI)

An automotive supplier in the northern suburbs of Detroit is looking for an engineer who can speak and write German. This engineer should have a background in stampings and be familar with progressive dies and transfer dies. Salary range $70K to 82K DOE.

For information, contact:
Bill Ross, Associated Staffing
Toledo, Ohio
419-472-6900

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Feb. 7, 2003
Administrative Assistant
Morris County, NJ


Large company seeks upbeat, bright administrative assistant that can speak, read and write German to assist executives and a higher level admin. asst. Must have strong word, excel and powerpoint... Salary $45K and higher.

Resumes can be emailed to:
Maureen A. Butkus, Active Personnel Inc.

activeper@aol.com

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Feb. 5, 2003
Receptionist/Administration
Porsche (Troy, MI)

Porsche is looking for a Receptionist/Adminstration person to work in their Troy, Michigan, Office. They can
utilize either 1 full-time person or 2 part-time persons. German language skills are strongly preferred.

Other essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

- Answer all incoming calls and directs caller to destination. Maintains central telephone lists.

- General word processing and clerical duties for various departments, including accounting and program management.

- Purchases maintenance supplies, general office equipment including fax, telephone and copiers.

- Issues visitor's pass when required.

- Collects and distributes incoming mail and messages. Also, prepares all outgoing mail including US mail, federal express, etc.

- Some translation from German to English and English to German.

Please e-mail resumes to Tim Meyer (tmeyer@porschetroy.com) or fax to 248-740-5092.

If you have any questions or require any additional information please contact Tim Meyer at 248-524-0028 ext 150.

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January 2003

JAN 2, 2003 Temporary full-time positions available in downtown Detroit for graduate students or graduates who can fluently READ German, Italian or French.

If interested, please e-mail your resume to LDELAP@contractcounsel.com

Karen R. Maheu, Esq.
Director of Corporate Administration
Contract Counsel
30801 Barrington Ave., Suite 100
Madison Heights, MI 48071-5134

Phone: 248.597.0400
Fax: 248.597.0410
E-mail: kmaheu@contractcounsel.com
www.contractcounsel.com