Professional Internships in Germany
This program will give you the ideal combination of a professional internship, which will provide invaluable experience in their chosen field and the opportunity to live abroad and explore the rich German language and culture. It offers a practical way for you to experience Germany and make good contacts for your future career.
The program begins with a minimum four week German language course in Berlin followed by a professional internship in the field of your choice. You will be guaranteed an internship placement with a German company for a length of 4 – 24 weeks.
Internships can be undertaken in a range of industries including Business Administration, Human Resources, Language Teaching, Marketing, Hospitality, Sports, Banking, Insurance, Travel and Tourism, Graphic Design, Social Services, Communication and Political organisations. Other fields are available on request.
Location
The German Language School is located in the heart of Berlin in the trendy Prenzlauer Berg. This part of the old East Berlin is full of galleries, bars, clubs and fashion stores featuring Berlin designers.
With 40 classrooms and 50 studios on sight, students are able to live and learn in the same location. The campus also features a cafeteria, restaurant, sporting facilities, lounge, bicycle rental, bookstore and travel agent and is wheelchair accessible.
Applicant requirements
Applicants must be aged 18 years or over and must have upper intermediate German language skills. A written test will be required for application, and a thorough German language placement test will be given on arrival.
Length of Program
The program contains two parts. The first is a German language course which must be taken for a minimum of four weeks. The second component is the internship which can be taken for 6 - 24 weeks. Minimum time commitment required is 10 weeks.
Internship Placement
You will be expected to train for full time hours and to be an active member of your host company. The actual role will depend on the host company, your German language skills and your previous studies and experience.
Program Fees
Four weeks German language tuition + internship placement A$2175 + GST
Program Inclusions:
- Four week German language course
- Internship placement in the field of your choice
- Orientation on arrival
- Weekly social events
- Ongoing monitoring and support from our partners in Germany
- Certificate of completion
- Letter of reference from your host company
A range of support services are offered by Monash Professional and its partner in Germany, for all students undertaking an internship in Germany.
Accommodation Options
- Homestay & breakfast
- Homestay & half board
- Homestay self catering
- Studios on campus
Language Requirements
Applicants are expected to speak German at an upper intermediate level or above. You will be required to complete a written German exam with your initial application. On arrival at the German Language School you will be given a German language placement test which will determine your level of studies.
Please note that if your German language teacher deems your German level too low to enter your internship, you will be required to extend your German language course until you reach the required level. This will be at an additional expense to you.
Visa requirements
No visa is required for those residing in Germany for less than three months. If you wish to stay longer than three months, our partner in Berlin will assist you arrange the necessary permit.
Applications
To apply for this program, please complete the application form (PDF) and email it with your current Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume and a cover letter to outbound@internships.monash.edu.au
To view the Terms & Conditions for an internship in Germany, click here.