Students enrolled in the bachelor's and master's degree programmes are required to find their own internships/industrial placements, as this forms part of the application process. That said, it goes without saying that they are not left to their own devices. In their search, they can always rely on the extensive support provided by the University’s Centre for Careers and Competencies and the kuwi network (only in German). Both of these institutions publish a weekly newsletter with an updated list of currently available internships in Germany and abroad.
You may also want to consider completing an internship abroad to expand your international skills.
Find out more about the service learning programme. It offers a wide range of international opportunities and, in certain cases, can be recognised as an internship.
To have internships approved, submit the following documents to the competent internship officer once the relevant internship has been completed:
The required minimum period for internships is defined in the study and examination regulations.
The Centre for Careers and Competencies provides interesting facts in its 'Everything you wanted to know about internships'. This is where you will find: information about and forms for internships in Germany and abroad, a jobs board, internship recommendations, internship approvals and internship agreements.
According to Art. 48 of the Bavarian Higher Education Act (BayHschG), students may request leave of absence from their studies for valid reasons. The completion of an internship in Germany or abroad is considered a legitimate reason, provided the internship takes up over 50% of the teaching period. Please contact the Student Registration office for specific legal information, deadlines and the application form.
