My Internship

Support and assistance for a successful internship in the region

Two international students in a conversation on campus. Two international students in a conversation on campus. Two international students in a conversation on campus. © Michael Matthey / ZSB

Internships are the key to a successful start to your career in Germany. Are you looking for an internship and want to be fully prepared for entering the German labour market? Our ‘My Internship’ programme offers you exactly that! We not only help you find a suitable internship, but also prepare you for your professional future in Germany with a comprehensive programme.

Start your career now and join ‘My Internship!’

Target group and language skills

The programme is aimed at international students in their third bachelor's semester or first master's semester or above. A German language proficiency level of at least B1 (upper-intermediate) is recommended for participation.

Do you have any questions? Get in touch with us!
Through the workshops and coaching sessions, I finally found concrete answers and strategies. That has given me enormous confidence. [...] For me, it was the best investment in my future.
Ella, Participant in the first round

Join now!

Registration and participation in the winter semester 2026/27

“My Internship” is launching a new round in the winter semester. Anyone interested can register via Stud.IP from 15 August to 21 September 2026.

Programme

Summer semester 2026

Fünf Studierende erarbeiten an einem Tisch eine gemeinsame Aufgabe mit Stiften auf einem großen Arbeitsblatt Fünf Studierende erarbeiten an einem Tisch eine gemeinsame Aufgabe mit Stiften auf einem großen Arbeitsblatt Fünf Studierende erarbeiten an einem Tisch eine gemeinsame Aufgabe mit Stiften auf einem großen Arbeitsblatt © StockSnap / Pixabay.com
Compulsory workshops

All workshops take place outside of the lecture period and start s.t.

  • Mandatory workshops for a successful career start in Germany
    • Workshop 1 – Programme presentation, job market & strategic job search
      Monday, 28 September 2026 | 1 pm – 4 pm
       
    • Workshop 2 – Potential analysis & profile refinement
      Thursday, 1 October 2026 | 9 am –2 pm
       
    • Workshop 3 – Application documents (CV, cover letter)
      Friday, 2 October 2026 | 9 am –2 pm
       
    • Workshop 4 – Job interviews & communication with companies
      Monday, 5 October 2026 | 9 am – 2 pm
       
    • Workshop 5 – Corporate cultures in Germany & intercultural skillsFriday, Tuesday, 6 October 2026 | 9 am – 2 pm

    All sessions start s.t.

  • Mandatory practical units with contacts to companies

    Job shadowing

    A short, one-day visit to a company. The date will be agreed individually with the company.

    Company excursion

    One or two companies open their doors for around three hours each and introduce themselves in person. The date will be announced in due course.

    Event visit

    We plan to visit another event together with company representatives (approx. 3 hours, date to be announced).

  • Additional optional offers

    Group meetings

    by arrangement, to explore topics in greater depth (e.g. interview training, CV and cover letter review)

    Individual consultations

    by arrangement, to explore individual questions in greater depth

    My Internship Café

    Former and current participants meet up for a coffee. The café provides a space to ask questions and share experiences.

  • Internship at a company in the region

    Internship

    Gain practical experience and make your first contacts during an internship lasting at least four weeks at a company in the region. You will receive support in finding an internship.

    Period: between Febuary and April 2027 (at least four weeks)

  • Personal advice and support

    Do you have any questions? We will support you with personal advice and guidance from a dedicated contact person throughout the entire programme.

  • Credit points

    2 credit points can be earned upon successful completion of the entire programme, including the exchange and reflection sessions.


Consulting & Contact

Contact us via email: international@zqs.uni-hannover.de
Cora Heymann Cora Heymann
M.A. Cora Heymann
Address
Callinstraße 14
30167 Hannover
Building
Room
111
Cora Heymann Cora Heymann
M.A. Cora Heymann
Address
Callinstraße 14
30167 Hannover
Building
Room
111

Co-financed by the European Union with funds from the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) and the state of Lower Saxony. Programme area: Stärker entwickelte Region (SER).