Internship Germany
Start your Internship in Germany and explore the country.
Your Internship in Germany
An internship in Germany is a wonderful opportunity to gain hands-on work experience in your field of study. You will grow professionally, gain self-confidence and learn how to thrive in unexpected situations. But most importantly, you will enjoy living and working for a few months in one of Europe's most fascinating countries. We offer a variety of placements, mainly in Berlin, which is home to large and renowned universities, a big start-up scene, organizations, foundations and NGOs. Berlin is one of the most exciting capitals in Europe, attracting young people from all over the world. Being a mix of tradition and modernity, Berlin is zeitgeisty yet affordable, and its different neighborhoods are a testimony to the city’s great diversity. With its vibrant cultural & arts scene, its numerous parks and green areas, Berlin is a hotspot for bright and independent minds. At the same time, Berlin “breathes” German history like no other city in Germany and makes sightseeing an unforgettable experience - There is an endless amount of museums, memorials, churches and historical landmarks waiting to be discovered.
Key Facts about your Internship
We go by internship field that must relate to your field of study, with projects matching your skills, experience and expectations. Brand name, specific industry and company size are no search criteria. Companies range from 3 to 300 employees.
Berlin is a hotspot for start-ups, but we also place in more established small- and medium-sized companies. English may be the office language or else you would get projects in English.
Year-round start possible (organized group activities only take place in the summer).
Application deadline at least 12 weeks before start date.
8-12 weeks (only mandatory internships for credits may last longer).
No special visa for EU citizens necessary, all others can come on a tourist visa along with an internship permit which we will apply for on your behalf.
40 hours per week, 2 days of vacation per month.
all internships are unpaid, the focus is your professional development and different fields are possible.
Program Requirements
In order to apply for an internship in Germany you need to fulfill the following prerequisites:
have a native speaker level of English or have excellent German language skills
Your homecountry has a visa waiver agreement with Germany
apply for an internship related to your field of study
have completed 4 semesters of studies (and still be enrolled by the end of the program)
be flexible, have a positive attitude and show interest in other cultures
hold a GPA 3.0 or higher
Your Application Process
In order to apply for an internship in Germany, we need the following documents from you:
• Valid passport (pages with personal data)
• American-format CV
• Motivation letter in English
• Proof of student status and transcript
• Signed form "Intrax Internships Terms and Conditions"
1 Apply Online
Register in the MyIntrax Portal, fill out the application form and upload your documents.
2 Video Interview
We schedule an interview with you to check your eligibility and answer all remaining questions.
3 Interview Fee
You will receive the invoice for your interview fee once Intrax connects you with a company interested in interviewing you.
4 Your Placement
Once you have found your placement, the remaining fees are due.
5 Your Departure
Once you have your placement, you can start your preparation and plan housing, flights and arrival in Berlin.
Program Costs
For participants from Schengen countries the program costs amount to 990 €, from the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, UK, Ireland the program fee is $1.100. The following services are included in the fees:
Participants from Schengen Countries.
Participants from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, UK and Ireland.
Benefits
Placement
- Interview preparation call
- Optimization of application documents
- Outreach to host companies in your field of study
- Detailed internship description
- Scheduling video call with interested host companies
Visa
- Internship permit and visa support - if applicable
Extras
- Program certificate upon completion
- Organized group activities in the summer
Support
- Thorough program consultation
- Orientation, meetings and social activities with other interns during summer internships
- Emergency phone and on-program support service
Not included
- Housing costs (approx. 900-1500 € per month)
- Flights
- Medical Insurance (we recommend the Protrip-World insurance)
- Airport pick-up in Berlin ($100)
- Living expenses (approx. 100 € per week)
Please consult our FAQ section for more information on your expenses during your internship.
Your German internship starts here
Take the first step towards an unforgettable professional journey in Berlin with Intrax Europe