Working in Poland during and after your degree
Working during your degree
No hourly limit for full-time students holding a temporary residence permit. Wages: PLN 30.50 an hour minimum (2025), about €7.
Working after you graduate
Temporary residence permit for graduates seeking work: 9 months. Available to graduates of Polish universities.
Full-time students on a residence permit can work any hours without a work permit, and graduates of Polish universities can apply for a temporary residence permit to look for work for up to 9 months. Polish university graduates also have easier access to permanent residence.
Sectors hiring graduates
| Sector | Demand |
|---|---|
| IT and software | High |
| Business services and finance operations | High |
| Engineering and manufacturing | High |
| Logistics | Medium to high |
| Healthcare | Medium |
| Hospitality | Medium |
Subjects that lead to these jobs
Figures are indicative for the 2026/27 cycle, change with exchange rates and policy, and should be confirmed with the university or the relevant government before you decide.
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Rules change and every application is different. A counsellor confirms the current position for your country and course. Free.
Talk to a counsellorRelated questions
Can international students work in Poland?
Yes. Full-time students with a temporary residence permit can work without restrictions on hours.
Is Poland cheap to live in?
Among the cheapest in the EU. Budget €500 to €900 a month including rent.
Is a Polish medical degree recognised?
Yes, across the EU automatically, and in the UK, the US and India after the relevant licensing exams.