Arbeitsuchende

Arbeitsuchende is a German term used in labor market policy to refer to individuals who are actively seeking employment and are available for work. In official usage the term describes people who are registered with the Federal Employment Agency (Bundesagentur für Arbeit) as job seekers and who participate in activities intended to improve their chances of finding a job, such as counseling, training, or placement measures. The category is used for administrative purposes, data collection, and the provision of services within the German social security system.

The term is often employed in contrast to the more general everyday distinction between someone who is currently working and someone who is not employed. In policy and statistics, Arbeitsuchende can include those who are not employed and are seeking work, as well as individuals transitioning into the labor market after a pause. It is a status that enables access to employment services and programs designed to support reintegration into work.

Rights and duties associated with being considered an Arbeitsuchende typically include access to information, career counseling, job placements, and participation in training or other measures offered by the Federal Employment Agency or job centers. There can also be obligations, such as demonstrating ongoing job-search efforts, attending appointments, and complying with program requirements. Compliance and eligibility for certain benefits or services depend on the applicable laws and the individual’s overall work capacity.

See also: unemployment, labor market policy, Bundesagentur für Arbeit.