Internships in Germany for International Students

By The Excellence Center In Europe / In Internship in Germany

Internship in Germany for International Students: Many international students around the world look forward to doing an internship abroad. Germany is one of the desired destinations to do an internship for international students around the world. The diversity the Germany has from refugees and migrants who come from all over the world to live, work or study here is encouraging young people to come & help who are in need.

Interns can offer a variety of experiences, talents, and abilities to young refugees and migrants from different ages who need to learn coping skills, and new knowledge and abilities for successful futures in their new homeland, as well as bright and positive outcomes for Germany and Europe.

Where to find an internship in Germany for International Students?

The Excellence Center in Europe is one of your best options if you are a student and eager to do an internship abroad. The center was established in the city of Halle, Germany as a youth initiative to assist the refugees and migrants who live and reside in Halle. The Excellence Center in Europe isn’t only a language school but also a meeting point of migrants, refugees and local Germans.

The Excellence Centre in Europe offers various of internships in Germany with a minimum duration of one month to three months.

Internship in Germany for International Students

Volunteering or Doing an Internship in Germany (1-12 Weeks)

Why is the minimum duration of an internship at the center one month?

One month is considered to be enough time for an intern to do the following:

Get to know the city of Halle and understand the nature of life in the city

Get a good connection with a host family where you learn better the daily life, traditions and culture of refugees and migrant’s family

Gain a valuable experience at the center through meeting people and sharing your experience and skills with other people

Receive 12 hours of either Arabic or German lessons taught by the center’s qualified teachers. One month of learning a language will build and improve your language skills.

The international student has the opportunity to travel Germany each week during his/her weekend, including nearby cities like Leipzig, Dresden, Frankfurt, and Berlin. A 4 ½ hour drive can also permit you to visit the Czech Republic.

Volunteer Teaching English in Germany in Summer

Volunteer Programs for English Speakers in Germany

Internship in Germany for International Students requirements:

Minimum of 18 years of age

Open to intensive hours of Arabic or German language instruction;

A positive attitude and openness for learning Arabic and German culture, and the plights of refugees and immigrants in Germany.

Fluency in English.

Willing to be a part of a family in Halle, Germany.

What you don’t need to join the internship in Germany:

You do not need to speak Arabic or German.
You do not need to have an academic degree.
You do not need experience in teaching English.
You do not need to be a student.

Brief Information of the Internship in Germany for International Students Program

Place of internship	Halle, Germany
Internship Fees	Starting From 1500€ a month – Euro
Age	18-70 Years Old
Minimum Duration of Internship	4 Weeks
Maximum Duration of Internship	12 Weeks
Starting/Ending Dates	Flexible – Anytime
Application Deadline	No Deadline
Internship Language	English
Days off	Three days a week (Fri – Sun)
Arabic or German Lessons	One month = 20 Hours Two months = 40 Hours Three months = 60 Hours
Educational Degree	Not Required
University Credit	Available

What are the internships the center offers?

The Excellence Center in Europe offers various internships in Germany for international students including the following:

Teach English and Study German Internship

If you have enough skills to teach English as a foreign language and you also want to learn the German language, then this internship program is for you. In this program you will be able to teach Germans and the refugees English by using interactive educational methods and at the same time learn German and interact with life in the city of Halle, Germany.

The internship program hosts students from all over the world where you will not be alone in the program. Here you will also get to know other interns who also share the same interest in teaching English.

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2. Teach English and Study Arabic internship

The Teach English and Study Arabic in Germany (TESA) Program will give you the opportunity to come to Germany where you will not only teach English but also study Arabic. In this internship program, you will teach Germans, refugees and all those who are willing to learn English. All required materials will be provided by the center as well as a manual guide which will help your teaching and give you number of educational activities to use in class.

The Teach English and Study Arabic in Germany (TESA) program is not only an educational program but also has it own social side where you will be fully engaged in the city’s Arabic culture by participating in our educational, social and interactive activities as well as our cultural evenings organized by the center, aimed at gathering the participants with locals and the refugees.

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3. Internship in Germany

The ‘Internship in Germany’ program is designed for those who are willing to get practical experience according to their fields of interest and skills and gain a better understanding of the refugee situation in Halle, getting to know their stories and the integration process into the German culture and community.

The ‘Internship in Germany’ program is an ideal opportunity for those who want to understand the refugee resettlement situation within Germany, get to know the Arabic culture, German-culture, study German or Arabic and teach conversational English to the center’s students who come from different countries and backgrounds.

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When and how long can I normally intern in Germany?

Internship programs for international students in Germany at the Excellence Center are designed to provide flexibility for you and your schedule:

Not only can you apply at any time of the year (winter, spring, summer, autumn) , but you may also choose your own start and end dates.

Our internship programs run from one to three months – you decide on the length of your commitment.

What are the benefits of the internship programs in Germany?

As an intern or a student in one of our internship programs, your one-time fee includes the following:

You will receive three hours per week of language instruction in either German or Arabic – your choice.

You will join in the many social and cultural activities organized by the center.

These activities are designed to promote language practice, and cultural education exchange between the refugees and the international interns. Our aim is to build bridges between cultures.

You will reside with a host family or in a shared room in the city of Halle. This will give you a degree of language and cultural immersion so that you can practice newly learned language skills.

Who normally comes and joins the internships in Germany?

The Excellence Center in Europe has hosted many international students who come from various countries in the world. The diverse environment of the center attracts many people to join one of the internship programs in Germany offered by the center.

Since the establishment of the center, it has hosted participants from 35 countries around the world mainly form USA and UK. Other participants have also joined the center came from countries like Italy, China, Austria, Switzerland, Turkey, Japan, Singapore and many more.

The Excellence Center in Europe welcomes participant who are 18-75-year-old and who come from any corner of the world to join the center’s programs.

Who is the center’s internships would be suitable for?

Joining one of the center’s internship programs in Germany would be a great chance to the following target groups:

College students
Students who are on a Gap year
University Students who wish to do a semester abroad (university credit)
Those who are interested in understanding the issues regarding refugees and immigrants in Germany

Reviews from former participants

The Excellence Center in Europe programs including the internship in Germany for International students have more than:

Reviews (95%) on Gooverseas.com
Reviews (9 1 %) on Goabroad.com
Internship in Germany participants’ video testimonials

Does the centre offer online courses?

Yes, the Excellence Centre in Europe has an online platform called “Lets Learn Online”. The website has a large range of language and crash online courses. You might visit the website on : www.letslearnonline.org

How do you apply to register for an internship at the centre?

All you need to do is to send an email to info@eceurope.org. Please type “Internship in Germany” in the subject line. In the body of the email tell us about your interests, ask any questions you may have, and request an application form. The Center’s staff will be in contact with you shortly.

Hopefully, this article has recharged your energy and given you the inspiration to tackle your internship in Germany in high spirits. If you need further help, contact us via email, we will be there to answer all your question and inquiries.