❗️While some applicants are completing the selection stages, winners and potential participants should prepare the following documents:
1. Notarized translation of passport into Russian 🪪;
2. Diploma/certificate of education with consular legalization and notarized translation into Russian;
3. Diploma trannoscript with grades and notarized translation into Russian.

Here are your steps for the near future:
📍Have your educational diploma certified by your country's Foreign Ministry/Ministry of Education;
📍Put a legalization stamp on your diploma at the Consular Section of the Russian Embassy in your country;
📍Get your passport, diploma and trannoscript with grades translated into Russian (at the Consular Section of the Russian Embassy);
📍Notarize the translation of the passport, diploma and trannoscript with grades (at the Consular Section of the Russian Embassy).

These documents must be submitted by July 20. If for some reason you are not on time, let your HR know.
* in different countries, these procedures may vary, please find out how it works in your country;
* sign up for interview as soon as possible, as the vacancies are running out, complete the stages of the selection process;
* do not forget to undergo medical examinations.

You will spend 2 years working in the field of "Front desk services". You start as a general worker with the potential to become a high level tiler in a short period of time.

General worker → plasterer → finisher → tiler

Here, as before, the salary at the initial stage is 60 000 roubles. During the first 6 months, the participant learns to perform basic tasks typical of this profession. For instance transportation of building materials, cleaning of construction debris, dismantling, assistance in the work of specialists. After successfully passing the test in 6 months, the participant becomes a plasterer with a salary of 65,000 roubles. After 6 months she will be promoted to finisher, then later to tiler.

Upon successful completion of the programme, the participant receives:
1️⃣ certificate of professional training;
2️⃣ certificate of the Russian language proficiency.

We have great news 🎉
Participating in "Alabuga Start", you can now earn Diploma of Secondary Vocational Education in the following dual programmes:

1. "Product quality control, processes and services", KAI KNRTU College of Technology;
2. "Equipment operator of inorganic substances production", Nizhnekamsk college of petrochemistry and oil refining n.a. Lemayev.

You will still be working and studying at the same time, learning Russian in addition to this. Enjoy more benefits with us ✨


❗️We remind you to translate your documents as soon as possible and send them to your HR.

You will spend 2 years working in the field of "Installation work". This track starts as a general worker with the possibility to become a high-class installer in a short period of time.

General worker → furniture maker → window installer → door installer

Here, as before, the salary at the initial stage is 60 000 roubles. During the first 6 months the participant learns to perform basic tasks typical for this profession. After a successful examination of knowledge gained during 6 months the participant becomes a furniture maker with a salary of 65 000 roubles. After 6 months she will be promoted to window installer and later to door installer.

Upon successful completion of the programme, the participant receives:
1️⃣ certificate of professional training
2️⃣ certificate of knowledge of the Russian language.

Finally we have reached the "Production Operator" field 🥳
Here you will spend 2 years. You start as a trainee with the chance to become a top-class project manager ✨
We remind you that this is the flagship field of the "Alabuga Start" programme. Here you will gain the experience of real production of composite materials. We posted more details here.

Trainee → junior specialist → assistant project manager → project manager

The salary at the initial stage is 60 000 roubles. After testing the knowledge gained during the 6 months, the participant becomes a junior specialist with a salary of 65,000 roubles. In 6 months she will be promoted to assistant project manager (70 000 roubles), and later - to project manager (75 000 roubles).

Upon successful completion of the programme, the participant receives:
1️⃣ certificate of professional training
2️⃣ certificate of knowledge of the Russian language.

Start your career in high-tech production! 😉
Watch here: https://youtu.be/VtnuNq--u40

What to take to the Alabuga Start programme?

1. Don’t forget docs
❗️Your passport
❗️Diploma/certificate of education
❗️Notarized translation of passport into Russian
❗️Diploma/certificate of education with consular legalization and notarized translation into Russian
❗️Diploma trannoscript with grades and notarized translation into Russian
❗️Medical examination results

2. Bring warm clothes with you or be prepared buy it here
🧤 Hat, scarf and gloves
🧦 Warm socks
👟 Waterproof shoes
That will keep you warm in winter ☃️

3. Take medications that you may need 💊
It may not be possible to buy them in Russia.
You should also check that your medications are legal in Russia - see Russian Customs Rules.

4. Power plug adapters may be needed 🔌
In Russia we use two pin plug sockets, so take your travel adaptors, if needed.

5. Make sure you take some cash 💲
Here you credit card may not work, so don’t forget to bring cash.
As you start working you’ll get a salary card that will make it easy to pay in Russia 💸

When you receive your flight ticket, check requirments of the airline company 🛫 Weight of your baggage and number of bags are limited. You also need to make sure that all the items you take are not prohibited. A list of prohibited items can be found at the airline company website.

Today we share platforms to learn Russian!
Study new phrases to feel more comfortable when you come to Russia 🇷🇺

Apps
💡Duolingo
That's the interactive learning platform that has a dashboard to compete with other players
IOS or Android
💡Quizlet
Here you can find packs of two-side flashcards with russian words and their translations or even create your personal pack of words
IOS or Android
💡PORO
This app contains a lot of real-life dialogues read by native speakers
IOS or Android
💡Phrasebook
Add phrases to Favorites here to find them quickly
IOS or Android

Websites
💡Study Languages Online
This recource provides a lot of materials for learning russian – texts, exercises and more
http://www.study-languages-online.com/
💡LingoHut
Here all the materials are really close to life, so you can learn through it easily
https://www.lingohut.com/en/l71/learn-russian

YouTube
💡50 COMMON PHRASES IN RUSSIAN
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cyaKqd6wbIM&ab_channel=linguamarina
💡Learn the Russian Language channel
https://www.youtube.com/@LearntheRussianLanguage

Dear participants, some of you have already finished the process of legalizing documents ✍️
We will start sending out invitations soon. In the meantime, you should prepare for the visa application process.

❗️For detailed instructions, please visit the relevant page of the Russian Embassy website in your country or contact the Embassy in person. There you can check the requirements and necessary documents for your visa type (you should choose student visa).
❗️Prepare all necessary documents. The procedure for obtaining a visa may vary, and the Consular Officials may request additional documents depending on your country, the purpose of your trip, and the type of visa requested.
❗️On the official website of the Embassy you can also check the current visa fees. It is recommended that you apply for an expedited visa, as then we can buy your tickets to Russia immediately 🇷🇺

Don't forget to check in advance the opening days and hours of the Embassy in your country.

Alabuga SEZ is a full-cycle partner providing world-class infrastructure. All conditions for comfortable work and life have been created here.

🏢 SEZ employees are offered comfortable accommodation at a reduced cost with sports grounds, exercise courts, access to Wi-Fi, and furnished rooms.
🏘 A residential community with houses and flats for employees is 10 minutes away by car.
🥗 Nearby there is a coffee shop "Shokoladnitsa", where you can have a snack after work or go for lunch.
📚 The Alabuga International School is a unique educational organisation that offers International Baccalaureate programme for children.
🏌️ There are tennis courts, basketball courts and football grounds on the school territory.
📝 The modern educational centre Alabuga Polytech has been launched, offering trainings in the most modern technical fields.
🩺 Most importantly, there is a medical centre on the territory. We care about the health of our employees!

We prepared answers to your FAQ! Part 1 😉

❓I went to the Russian Embassy and they refused to give me a visa without an invitation. What should I do?
You can apply for a visa ONLY after getting the invitation. While waiting, prepare a complete package of documents to apply for a visa.

❓When will I receive my invitation?
It takes about 3 weeks for the Ministry of Internal Affairs to issue an invitation. But we first have to verify your translated documents with the KAI KNRTU College of Technology. The sooner you prepare your documents, the earlier you can come to Russia.

❓What visa type should I apply for? How many entries?
You should choose a student visa. It is issued for 3 months. After coming to Russia, it is extended for 1 year with an option to get a multiple visa.

❓Can we take day-offs? How many days in a year?
A participant has 2-weeks vacation after every 6 months of work. Sick leaves are possible.

▪️You can find more answers here: @Alabuga_Start_bot

FAQ! Part 2 😉

❓Can I get a permanent employment with Alabuga after the programme?
Yes, you can:
▪️Stay to work in SEZ "Alabuga”
▪️Enter Alabuga Polytech
▪️Return to the homeland
▪️Apply for a higer education institution in Russia (it's your responsibility)

❓How long does the programme last?
Trainings last for 4 years or for 2 years depending on the field you choose. In order not to interrupt the programme ahead of time, you should study and work hard - every 6 months there will be a test of knowledge gained during previous period.

❓The process of getting a passport takes 30-90 days, what should I do?
You must discuss the situation with your HR, they will help.

❓Should we already buy stuff?
If your HR informs you that your documents are accepted, you can start shopping.

❓How much money is spent on food per month?
About 10.000 - 12.000 rubles.

❓Who pays for the return ticket?
Participants pay for the return ticket themselves. You will have enough money for that considering your competetive salary.

▪️@Alabuga_Start_bot → FAQ → I didn't find the answers to my questions. What should I do? → Ask via Google form.

Arrival of the first winners of the 2023 programme!

We are happy to inform you that some winners of the "Alabuga Start" programme have finally arrived in Russia! ✈️☀️🇷🇺
Upon arrival at the airport in Russia, our winners were met by the responsible HR.

We’re glad that the winners have successfully and safely arrived in Russia. This is just the beginning of a new stage in their journey, and we are sure that they will get a lot of impressions, new knowledge and experience!

Undergoing medical examination in Russia🩺

We welcome participants of the "Alabuga Start" programme!
Your arrival in Russia is the 1st step in the realization of your ambitious ideas.
❗️However, before you plunge into a world of great opportunities, we must take care of your health and well-being. In this regard, the starting point of your journey is the compulsory medical examination.

It is about taking care of you, your safety and your future. Our experienced medical specialists are ready to provide you with a full range of necessary medical services.
They will conduct a complete medical examination to ensure that you are ready to actively participate in the programme. This is an important step for us to make sure you are healthy and ready to start your professional path.

Welcome to our team! Be healthy and ready to go forward with us in the "Alabuga Start" programme 🎉