How about gaining work experience in another country? Would you like to immerse yourself in a different culture and learn a new language?
In short: would you like to make an important intercultural experience? Then go abroad for an internship!
An internship abroad offers a fantastic opportunity to combine professional work experience with cultural immersion.
In general, the same rules that apply to internships in Germany also apply to internships abroad: you need to find them yourself. Internships abroad are recognized according to the same criteria as those in Germany. Before your internship begins, you will receive information about recognition from the Internship Office (Praktikantenamt) of your study program or faculty.
The question of "where to start?" is all about planning. Your plan needs to be well thought out and realistic. Take enough time for your preparation and contact the International Career Service for assistance and support.
We are happy to help you with the following questions:
Where to go? The first decision is always: Which country do you want to go to? Which company? An international corporation or a smaller business?
Online portals, international programmes, useful links and experiences from fellow students — we’re here to help you find your way.
Your plan is done, but have you thought of everything? Before you go abroad, there are a few important things to keep in mind!
Find out more about ERASMUS - the International Office is ready to help!
To schedule a career counselling meeting, contact us via email, telephone or WhatsApp.
Scholarships and grants might help you to finance your internship abroad.
The International Office is happy to help you!
The International Career Service also has a group on ILIAS where you can find more information, worksheets, and helpful links about internships.
Health services are usually covered by the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). Please check with your health insurance company to be sure!
ERASMUS+ also funds internships for students in host institutions in another European country (excluded are EU institutions or institutions managing EU programmes as well as diplomatic representations of the students' countries of origin). Students can gain work experience in an international environment and can enhance their key skills such as communication and cooperation skills, openness and knowledge of other cultures and markets.
Students can receive funding for compulsory or voluntary internships of two to twelve months.
The funding rates for the respective project year are adjusted by the coordination office in Karlsruhe (KOOR - Erasmus Services BW).
The programme offers the following benefits:
Health insurance abroad is mandatory.
For internships outside the EU, you need a visa and, if necessary, a work permit.
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