Meritxell Capdevila

My name is Meritxell, I am 37 years old and I come from Spain

I have a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy and speak Catalan, Spanish, English and a little French and Japanese.

What made you decide to start a career in Switzerland and how did you come across the Lingua language concept from Swiss HRmed?

I love being in the mountains and doing outdoor sports. So when I saw the job offer from Swiss HRmed's Lingua language concept on a job portal for pharmacists, I knew I had to apply.

Why did you apply for the language concept and how did your application process go?

The Spanish partner took away my slight doubt and explained to me how the program works. It sounded very interesting and I thought I had nothing to lose. So they helped me with my application dossier by preparing my CV, diplomas and other certificates with me. I didn't have to wait long before someone from Swiss HRmed contacted me. I had an interview with Swiss HRmed and another one with Galenica and was happy that I was accepted at Language Concept Lingua.

"I wish I had found a program like this a few years ago, because it's easier to learn a language from scratch."

The language concept program is a process with several phases. You are currently following the language course in Germany. Can you describe where you live, what a course day looks like and what you do in your free time?

I'm doing the German course in Freiburg in the north of Germany. I live with a host family and go to the language school every morning. In my free time I visit the nearest cities and sometimes I also go to Switzerland.

What do you think of the Lingua language concept so far and why would you recommend it or not?

Although I miss my dog and my cozy life in Spain very much, I am very proud to be here and I can't wait to see what my life will be like in Switzerland. I wish I had found a program like this a few years ago, because it's easier to learn a language from scratch. I also think that the program is very good if you already have previous knowledge, because then you have more time to prepare for the B2 exam. But nothing is impossible, I do my best.

How long will you stay in Germany and what are your plans afterwards? When can you start in Switzerland and where?

In November, after the exam, I will be in Germany for 6 months and as soon as I have my certificate, I hope to be able to work in a street pharmacy in Switzerland.

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