Participants in this program will have 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 and economical way to experience Germany and make good contacts for your future career.

This program will begin with a minimum 4 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 and more.

Location

Our 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. Our campus also features a cafeteria, restaurant, sporting facilities, lounge, bicycle rental, bookstore and travel agent. The premises 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 4 weeks.

 The second component is the internship which can be taken for 6 to 24 weeks.

 Minimum time commitment required is 10 weeks.

 Working conditions

Internships can be undertaken in a range of industries including marketing, banking, insurance, travel and tourism, graphic design, social services, political organisations and communication. Other fields are available on request.

 You will be expected to work 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

 Please contact outbound@ispc.com.au for further information

 Program Inclusions

·      4 week German language course

·      Internship placement in the field of your choice

·      Weekly social events

·      Regular monitoring and support from our partners in Germany

 Optional (at extra cost)

·      Return airfares

·      Airport pick up service

·      Travel insurance

·      Accommodation placement service

 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 our 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 the student.

 Visa requirements

No visa is required for those residing in Germany for less than 3 months. If you wish to stay longer than three months, our staff in Berlin will assist you arrange the necessary permit.

Applications

To apply please complete the application form and email with your current CV and cover letter to outbound@ispc.com.au