Internships Germany
Gain professional work experience and develop your language skills with an internship in Germany

Internships in Germany
Internship in Germany, offer a unique opportunity to gain professional work experience and enhance your CV in and around Frankfurt and Bremen. Utilize your language skills in a professional environment while Enjoying the European lifestyle and culture in Germany.

Location

Frankfurt: Frankfurt is often seen only as a transit hub or a business centre, but it's so much more. It boasts Germany's most spectacular skyline, mirrored in the Main River, and Europe's tallest office building. It's also the country's most international town; more than a quarter of its citizens are from overseas. Frankfurt throws more money at the arts than any other European city, so you'll most likely catch a groundbreaking exhibition at one of its museums.

Bremen: Bremen is located in northwestern Germany. It is a port city, situated along the river Weser, about 50 km south from its outflow into the North Sea. Whether it be the world famous Town Musicians live on stage, a stroll down the historic lanes of the picturesque Schnoor Quarter, the sensation of astronauts in space, a sporting visit to the artists’ village of Worpswede, the pursuit of a culinary trail, a river cruise or a trip to Fishing Harbour Show Window in Bremen’s near neighbour Bremerhaven – you can fill your events in and around Bremen with so many inspired ideas that you will be spoilt for choice.

What's Included?

Professional German Internship:

• Requests for placements in all industries will be considered
• Final placements will be dependant on the applicant’s previous experience and language ability and subject to interview
• Placements are generally unpaid, although your employer may chose to offer a stipend
• Usually 35 hours per week – Monday to Friday (some weekend shifts depending on the industry)
• Accommodation can be arranged upon request (please see below for full details)
• Airport transfer
• Certification of attendance and letters of reference

Enrolment Procedure:

1. Send application online.
2. Send CV and covering letter to us by email or post.
3. You will be contacted to organise a telephone interview with out German coordinator, this will determine whether you need a language course and the duration of it.
4. After deposit has been taken, the search for your internship placement begins. This can take approximately 8-12 weeks to find a suitable internship. In urgent cases this can be done with shorter notice.
5. Placement is offered.

Type Of Internships:
Law, architecture, consulting, gastronomy, graphic design, automobile business, bank, film, foreign trade, communication, marketing, sales, sports, administration, publishing, events, tradeshows and conventions, finance, hotel business, computer science, engineering, fashion, chemical laboratories, media, advertising, social work, education, electronics, transport, tourism and others.

Language Course:
Our intensive courses take place all year round and have 5 different levels that build upon one another. After a placement test to evaluate language skills, the participants learn on a scale of between 5-8 levels, from basic level to advanced level. The main part of the lesson is taken up with the spoken language and its use in communication. Grammatical exercises and solid basis knowledge of the German language are also essential.

Accommodation and Food

Accommodation and food can be arranged for all participants. There are various options depending on the level of independence you require:

Host Family: In a Germany family, you have the opportunity to improve your language skills in a family atmosphere and to fully immerse yourself in German culture.

Shared Flat: Rooms in a shared apartment: The occupants share a fully equipped apartment with kitchen, bathroom, living room. The flats are self-catering. Prices plus power and water use.

Dates, Duration & Application Deadlines

• The internship in Germany programme operates all year round
• Minimum 6 week internship placement
• You may book as much or as little accommodation as you require

Flights and Transportation

• International flights are not included
• An arrival transfer from the airport to your accommodation is available on request
• Participants should budget for local transportation

Safety and Insurance

• All of Twin’s work internship programmes are in partnership with registered agents and or employers, giving you the confidence to work with reputable organisations.
• Comprehensive insurance is available for each of the work placements.
• Our local partner provides 24-hour support.

Eligibility and Skills Required

• Placements are available for participants aged between 18 yrs +
• Participants must be citizens of the European Union, United States of America, Switzerland, Japan or Australia
• Intermediate German is required for all internships – Your level of German will be decided in the phone interview

Visas & Documentation

• Please provide a CV (written in German)
• Please provide a Motivation Letter written in German, which can be presented to potential employers and host families.
• A photocopy of your passport.

Programme Fees