Internship Program in Germany

  Germany

• Berlin: 
Berlin
• Munich: 
Munich (Munchen)

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer, Throughout the year, Winter 
Dates: Applications for the Internship Program in Germany are accepted year-round; you should apply 5 months prior to your preferred departure date.

Description: Immerse yourself in German culture while gaining firsthand, international work experience! The CDS International Internship Program in Germany offers you the exciting opportunity to complete a professional internship in your field of interest. Your internship will be designed around your strengths and career goals and will give you the perfect opportunity to improve your German language skills while experiencing life abroad. Paid and unpaid internships are available with supplemental scholarships offered through the CDS International Scholarship Fund. Internships start any time of year and can be 3 to 12 months long. Application deadlines are rolling.

Visit the CDS website for more information and apply online.

Highlights: Internship highlights include:
* Jobs customized to your interests and career goals
* Enrollment in German language course, if necessary (stipends available)
* Possibility of paid internship (varies by individual internship)
* Financial assistance through the CDS International Scholarship Fund
* A cultural orientation seminar in Germany upon arrival
* Health insurance (optional)
* Housing assistance (if needed)
* Re-entry information on how to market your international experience in the U.S. job market
* The opportunity to live in beautiful Germany in the heart of Europe!

Qualifications: Candidates should have:
* Solid language skills; two years of post-secondary German instruction or its equivalent
* U.S. citizenship or enrollment in an U.S. college or university before, during, and after the program
* 18-30 years of age
* Some previous work experience (need not be extensive)
* An adventurous outlook on life!

Cost in US$: Scholarships Available

Experience Required: yes

Practical experience in your desired field (summer employment, prior internship, etc.) does not need to be extensive, but is necessary.

This Program is open to American and Canadian Participants.

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network

CDS International, Inc.'s Mission Statement: We are a nonprofit organization that supports intercultural understanding through professional development programs in Argentina, Germany, Russia, Spain, and the United States. Our programs include international internships, professional fellowships, State Department public diplomacy initiatives, J-1 visa services, work-study programs, and study tours. We have over 40 years of experience working with participants from more than 80 countries.

Year Founded: 1968