About the Organization

Through partnerships in Germany, IE3 Global Internship participants have access to a wide variety of German internship opportunities in business, culture, international studies, political science, and liberal arts.

Sample internship areas include: Journalism and Publishing (Magazines, Newspapers, Publishers, Radio Stations) Business (Consulting, Retail, Marketing, Operations, HR, Trade Organizations, Chamber of Commerce) Culture and Art (Museums, Music Festivals, Opera Houses, Radio Stations, Photography) Political Science (Government Offices, Political Parties, Consulates, International Organizations)

Additional opportunities exist for many majors, including Engineering (Consulting, Analysis, Research, Universities, Private Businesses) andEducation (Teaching, TESOL, Educational Advising, International Education, Educational Program Administration).

Click on the links above to get more information about one of the areas. If you have questions about specific majors or opportunities, please email the regional director, Natanya Desai, at natanya.desaiatous.edu.

Job Description

Internships available through the individualized Placement option in Germany depend on the skills of the applicant and the needs of the organization. Internships are available year round, but applicants should apply as early as possible in order to give maximum opportunity for arranging an internship that is a good fit.

# of Positions per term

Multiple

Start Dates

Varies

Duration of Internship

3-12 Months

Academic Background

Any.

Skills/Experience

Varies according to internship. In general applicants must have maturity, office skills and solid German language communication skills.

Language Ability

German equivalent to a minimum of two years at the university is recommended, higher level may be required for certain internships.

Other Requirements

Applicants must submit a German resume (Lebenslauf) with the IE₃ application. a Lebenslauf requires a photo in the upper right hand corner. Click here for tips on creating a Lebenslauf. Supplementary materials may be required.

Total costs vary depending on how long you plan to be abroad, where you will be living, your personal spending habits, and current exchange rates. The following estimates will give you a ballpark figure for this internship. Get help with the math from our handy Cost Calculator.

IE₃ Program Fee

The program fee for the first term of any internship is $2,750 - $2,950. You do not pay tuition in addition to the program fee. Visit your University's IE₃ page for details, costs for additional terms, and campus administrative fees.

Estimated One-Time Expenses

Expense Type	Price
Host Site Fees	$100-$1000*
International Travel	$800-$1200
Visa Fees	$0-$400
Recommended Immunizations	$0

*See Additional Cost Information below.

Estimated Monthly Expenses

Expense Type	Price/month
Housing	300 to 500 Euros
Food	150 -250 Euros
Local Transportation	60-120 Euros
Recreation	60-100 Euros
Personal Expenses	60-100 Euros

Compensation

Varies by internship. Business internships often pay a small stipend. Students with liberal arts backgrounds should not expect to be compensated for their internships, although host companies may assist with housing.

Scholarships: Scholarships for internships in Germany may be available through the DAAD. Visit http://www.daad.de and check with your campus.

Additional Expense Information

• There are additional fees associated with the development of an internship site and the processing of the work permit waiver application for these internships.

For students with advanced German and previous experience in Germany, a placement may cost $100 through our partnership with the Steuben Schurz Gesellschaft. This includes the cost of the work permit waiver.

Students placed in and around Cologne will receive additional support and the cost of the placement, including work permit waiver is $1000. This is a more appropriate choice for students with limited prior experience in Germany.

The total cost will vary depending on the placement and the agency used for the work permit exemption processing. Discuss the total cost estimate of the program with the regional director if you have any questions.

Scholarships: Scholarships for internships in Germany may be available through the DAAD. Visit the DAAD scholarship database and check with your campus.