Fellowship-to-Hire for Tech Teams
through real-world collaboration, reducing risk and hiring time.
Why Choose Germatch
Skill-based hiring
Hire based on skills and results, not just a CV.
Interviews hide cultural gaps. Bad hires burn runway fast.
Cross-Cultural Readiness
Hands-on workshops help your team work confidently across cultures and communication styles.
Build Your Dream Team
Work with curated senior professionals on a real project for 2-4 weeks.
Low cost. No recruitment overhead. Hire only if it’s a fit.
Fellowship-to-hire
Our 2–4 week fellowship lets you collaborate with vetted, experienced engineers — before making any long-term decision.
You get real work done.
Tangible results from day one. Project outcomes you can use.
They prove their values.
A fair chance to demonstrate skills. Real-world contributions.
- Soft skills: Teamwork, Collaboration, Logical communication, value alignment
- Technical skills: Quality of work, Speed, Performance, Outcome, Impacts
If it works? You hire.
Seamless transition to full-time. A proven team member.
If not? No commitment.
Zero obligation. Low risk, high reward. You keep the deliverables.
Fast Track to Diverse, Experienced Talent
Skip the Recruiting Maze
No endless interviews. No upfront placement fees. Just a focused 2-4 weeks sprint.
Get Work That Matters
Talent delivers real contributions in tech, product, data, UX, energy projects
Try Before You Hire
See how they collaborate, solve problem, and deliver results in action before deciding.
Drive Real Impact
Empower skilled professionals to build their careers in Germany while strengthening your own team
Boost Diversity, Expand Vision
Tap into global, underrepresented talent. Bring new perspectives that fuel innovation.
Who You'll Work With
Collaborate with international senior professionals already in Germany (or relocation-ready). Not interns.
Future team leaders, not just freelancers.
Example Projects
Product, UX, UI
Streamline workflows with a user-friendly forecast interface
Go-to-Market
Develop campaigns to boost engagement and brand visibility
Platform & Internet of Things
Cut energy costs through smart IoT solutions
AI Engineering
Enhance Machine Learning models for accurate voyage forecasts
Data
Automate KPIs to deliver real-time customer insights
Cybersecurity
Secure system while comply with international standards
How It Works: Simple Setup. Big Impact.
Process
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Discovery Call
Align on your project scope and goals.
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Get Matched
We hand-pick curated candidates for your team
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Fellowship Sprint
Talent integrates with your team. Weekly demos. Tangible Results.
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Decide
Hire, extend, or wrap up. No pressure. You keep deliverables.
Format
- Hiring Manager time: 60-90 min/week
- Remote or hybrid options
- Language: English, German, or local language
- Cohort size: 5-20 candidates
Program Agenda
Testimonials: Proof from Clients
“For the first time, we could see talent in action before hiring. 15 hires, many still with us after 6+ years. Immediate project value regardless of hiring outcome. De-risks hiring and builds trust.”
— Senior Group Leader of Mobile Marketing Department, Weathernews Inc.(Japan)
“The fellows exceeded expectations and strengthen our innovation pipeline. A powerful way to raise awareness and attract emerging talent.”
— Head of Technology & Innovation, NTT Data (Japan)
FAQ
When does the program start?
Cohorts run quarterly. The next cohorts begin in October 2026.
Do we have to hire the person after the project?
No. There’s no obligation to hire. You’re free to decide based on your experience working together during our fellowship.
Is this remote or in-person?
Both options are possible.
What roles can we test?
Full-stack Developers, UX/UI designers, product managers, data engineers, AI, and cybersecurity specialists.
Is this legally considered an internship or employment?
We handle all legal, tax, and compliance requirements based on the participant’s location. You’ll receive a clear, ready-to-sign agreement.
Is there a fee for the company?
- Yes, a basis fee to cover setup and coordination and a success fee when you hire a fellow as your full-time or part-time employee
- The exact model is discussed during the discovery call.
What are the live sessions?
Each sprint is 45 minutes. Max 120 minutes weekly. Weekly demos and feedback sessions to track progress and collaboration.
Test Real Talent Without Hiring Risk
Germatch is inviting selected engineering leaders to join our 2026 fellowship-to-hire pilot.
Collaborate with top international professionals on a real project — and discover how skill-based hiring can transform your recruitment strategy.
Skip the long process.
See people work.
Hire with confidence.
See people work.
Hire with confidence.
About Me — Yik (Supanuch Pongthanacharoenkul)
My Qualifications
Master in Media & Governance, Keio University, Japan
12+ years in talent acquistion and development, and technical project/product/program management
My Story
I connect people across cultures to build a safer, more inclusive digital future through virtual internship programs and hands-on workshops.
At the Cyber Civilization Research Center in Japan, I co-facilitate workshops on cybersecurity for energy systems with experts from Japan and Southeast Asia.
Through Germatch, I help tech and energy companies find diverse talent — and guide individuals to build meaningful, global careers.
