Internship
Internships are an important part of many degree programmes at Paderborn University. They can be completed before or during the Bachelor's or Master's degree programme and are often compulsory. However, voluntary internships are also possible. Regardless of the type of internship, organising and finding the right internship is crucial. To help with this, we not only offer advice, but also an overview of internship exchanges.
Compulsory internship
(Kopie 1)
In these degree programmes, a work placement should be completedbefore the start of the course:
- Chemical Engineering B.Sc.
- Mechanical Engineering B.Sc.
- Electrical Engineering B.Sc.
- Industrial Engineering - Electrical Engineering B.Sc.
- Industrial Engineering - Mechanical Engineering B.Sc.
Note: We strongly recommend that you complete the internship before starting your studies, even if some examination regulations allow you to complete it during the first three semesters.
Information on the required practical phases can be found in the examination regulations and on the respective degree programme page in the A-Z course offerings under "Course content".
Compulsory internships that must be completed before the degree programme can be sponsored by BAföG under certain circumstances.
(Kopie 2)
The following degree programmes require an internship during the course of study :
- Applied Sports Science B.A.
- Chemistry B.Sc. (laboratory internship)
- European Studies/Études Européennes B.A.
- Teacher training (all teacher training programmes)
- Linguistics B.A.
- Materials Science B.Sc.
- Media Studies B.A.
- Physics B.Sc. (practical laboratory course)
- Popular Music and Media B.A.
- Software Engineering and Software Internship (Faculty of Computer Science; for degree programmes with computer science components)
- Sports Economics B.Sc.
- 2-subject Bachelor (Faculty of Arts and Humanities): Internship coordination of KW
Information on the required practical phases can be found in the examination regulations and on the respective degree programme page in the study programme A-Z under "Study content".
(Kopie 3)
An internship is compulsory in the following Master's degree programmes:
- Applied Neurosciences in Sports & Exercise
- Occupational Health Management
- Chemical Engineering
- Linguistics: Language Dynamics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Media Studies
- Industrial Engineering, specialising in Electrical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering, specialising in Mechanical Engineering
Information on the required practical phases can be found in the examination regulations and on the respective degree programme page in the study programme A-Z under "Study content".
Internship abroad
(Kopie 4)
In the teacher training programme, a stay abroad is compulsory in the foreign language teaching subjects, which can also be implemented as an internship abroad. Further information can be found here:
- Teaching English B.Ed.
- Teacher training programme Spanish B.Ed.
- Teacher training programme French B.Ed.
Of course, a voluntary internship abroad can also be incorporated into any other degree programme. We will be happy to advise you.
In addition to internships abroad, there are also other opportunities for stays abroad.
(Kopie 5)
Information on funding and scholarships for an internship abroad is provided by the International Office. For students of cultural studies programmes (including teaching), the Internship Coordination Office provides information on funding opportunities abroad.
Voluntary internships
(Kopie 6)
In addition to the compulsory internship, students can also complete a voluntary internship. This is particularly recommended for degree programmes that do not require a compulsory internship (e.g. economics degree programmes).
It can also be useful to complete several internships during your studies. This allows you to gain practical experience and establish contacts with potential employers.
Find an internship
Regardless of whether it is a compulsory internship or a voluntary internship, we provide numerous internship and job exchanges. This makes it easier to find the right internship in Germany and abroad.
Internship organisation
Remuneration
In the case of compulsory internships that must be completed in accordance with the study regulations, there is no entitlement to remuneration in accordance with the minimum wage.
Information on internships subject to minimum wage can be found on the website of the Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs!
Leave of absence
Students who are planning an entire internship semester can find out about the possibilities of a leave of absence on the website of the Registrar's Office.
Internship counselling
Further practice options
For students who would like to gain practical experience outside of internships, we offer the opportunity to combine theory and practice in various projects.
Contact us
Are all your questions still unanswered? Then the Central Student Advisory Service (ZSB) will be happy to provide you with further information: zsb@upb.de
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