Can you get a summer job in Czechia if you don't speak Czech?

The labor shortage could make finding a summer job easier. Here's what you'll earn, where to look, and how to stay legal under new 2026 work rules

Expats.cz Staff

Written by Expats.cz Staff Published on 16.06.2026 07:29:00 (updated on 16.06.2026) Reading time: 4 minutes

The rules around summer work in Czechia changed in 2026: minimum wages are up, insurance thresholds have shifted, and for the first time, some seasonal agricultural roles carry significantly better conditions than before.

HR agencies operating in the country are also reporting a shortage of Czech workers, which means th market may actually work in your favor this summer. But whether you can land a Czech "brigáda" depends heavily on what you want to do, what your residency status is, and whether you know where to look.

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