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ASL INTERNSHIP WORKSHOP
Winter Term 2012/2013
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Workshop Contents
1. Why do an internship ?2. ASL Internship Support 3. Finding Internships4. Funding5. Internships in the US 6. Preparing for an Internship7. Getting Credits 8. Workshop Evaluation/Feedback
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1. Why do an internship?
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“The work world has internationalized itself so thoroughly that internships are no longer seen by employers as giving you an advantage; they are simply expected as part of a complete preparation for the working world.”
Prof. Crister Garrett, Institute for American Studies
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Why do an internship?
develop soft and professional skillsdevelop a career plan and sharpen
profilelearning and improving language
skillspreparing for the international job
market (EU, USA, World) some employers consider
internships as more important than grades!
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Why do an internship?
polish your CVnetworking
internships may result in permanent positions
getting credits using your student status to get
funding
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Where do an internship?
Private Sector (Company/Small businesses)
Media (Newspaper, TV, Publishing House, …)
International Organization/NGO Research Institution …
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Where do an internship?
• In the area of Leipzig, there are many opportunities
• DHL
• Thomson Reuters
• Chamber of Commerce – International Division
• Consulate General of the United States
• Members of German or European Parliament
• EEX – European Energy Exchange
• Berlitz – Language schools
• Schach&Matt (Communication Agency)
• Amazon
• Porsche…. And many more!
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Where do an internship?
Germany Europe United States Worldwide
LMU München http://www.s-a.uni-muenchen.de/studierende/jobboerse/praktika_inland/index.html
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2. ASL Support
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ASL Internship Support
WorkshopsInternship Coordinator Website ASL Info Board
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Internship Support Website
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3. Finding an Internship
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ASL Internship Support
ASL Website
Internship Offers The ScoopASL Info Board
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Career Centers – Job Portals
Post local, regional, national, and international internship offers
Uni Leipzig, Website FU Berlin, WebsiteUni Bonn, WebsiteLMU München, Website
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Networking
“Networking is not about asking for an opportunity, but developing relationships with those who know where they exist.”
Emory University Career Center
career fairs, family, friends, faculty, peers, alumni (ASAA Events), career counselors
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Web Research
company websites
job websites/online databases
newsletters
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Online Internship Databases
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Reference Books
Reference Books offer addresses and contact information of
companies, political and cultural institutions, etc.
Online: ABC der deutschen Wirtschaft, WebsitePrint: Hoppenstedt: Handbuch der
Großunternehmen, Verlag Hoppenstedt und Co, Darmstadt
Print: OECKL: Taschenbuch des Öffentlichen Lebens: Deutschland/Europa und Internationale Zusammenschlüs-se, Festland Verlag GmbH
Check library and Career Center for access to books!
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Fair Company Initiative
Initiative by Junge Karriere (WirtschaftsWoche and Handelsblatt)
Fair Company was started in 2004 Today: 1800 companies and small businesses have joined
have agreed to follow certain rules which guarantee fair internships (e.g. fair payment or allowance, fair working conditions, internship as a learning experience, etc.)
job websites/online databases
newsletters
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Fair Company Initiative
Students looking for an internship can consult the website to find companies that offer a fair internship
Check Website
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4. Funding
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PROMOS
duration: between 6 weeks and 6 months for countries not covered by ERASMUS internship
program for whom: university students who study in an
internationally-oriented degree program funding: depends on country, ca. 350€ for USA Deadline for internships between January and July
2013: 1.12.2012 – 31.01. 2013 Deadline for internships between August and
December 2013: 1.05. – 15.06. 2013 Application: Leipzig University, application
material online Website
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Carlo-Schmid-Program
for whom: university students or recent graduates who want to do an internship at an international organization or selected NGO (UN, EU, etc.)
Funding: approx. 650 € for students, 925€ for graduates, plus insurance
two program options:Program A: self-organized internship, 3-6
months, no funding for July and August Program B: internship from the website, 4-
10 months Deadline for internships in 2013: March 2013 for
internships starting in September 2013 Website
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GIZ: Deutsche Gesellschaft fuer Internationale Zusammenarbeit Offer different programs (e.g. internships,
volunteering, study aboard, and language classes) in different countries (USA, Africa, Latin America,…)
Support participants in organizing the stay abroad (e.g. help visa, workshops, etc. )
Scholarships depend on the program and country Application: depends on the program and country
First choose a country/region and then a program that meets your interest
Check website for programs and application
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Steuben-Schurz Gesellschaft
Goal: promote transatlantic exchange between Germany and the US
US Interns Program: German students have the opportunity to pursue an internship in the US
Students and graduates can apply for positions in business, science, politics, international relations, social services, the media, and the arts in both the profit and non-profit sector
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Steuben-Schurz Gesellschaft
Steuben-Schurz-Gesellschaft organizes a (paid) internship
Duration: 8 weeks to 6 months Application: € 250 administration fee is
due as soon as an internship has been accepted
Application Deadline: Please check website
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ASA Program
ASA = Arbeits- und Studienaufenthalte funded internship program for whom: students interested in development
projectsduration: program cycle takes one year (including
3 months in a developing country) Funding: depends on the country of your stay
(230-400€ per month), insurance, travel costs Deadline: January 10, 2013 for
internships/programs in 2013Website
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Fremdsprachenassistenzkraefte
PAD = Pädagogischer Austauschdienst promote international exchange and cooperation
in the school and education sector students learn more about host country and
acquire teaching skills designed for students aiming at becoming
teachers (Lehramt) but other students can apply as well
countries: Australia, Belgium, China, France, Great Britain, Ireland, Italy, Canada, Mexico, New Zealand, Switzerland, Spain, USA
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Fremdsprachenassistenzkraefte
Funding: students receive monthly funding for living expenses (depends on the host country)
Travel expenses are not covered Application: Deadline: December 1, 2012Website
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5. Internships in the US
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Internships in the US
plan ahead: entire process takes several months
three major steps: 1. Find an internship 2. Get the DS-2019 form 3. Apply for a J-1 Visa at the US
Embassy
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Major Steps
1. Finding an internship process is the same as in
Germany/Europe
2. Get the DS-2019 form form that is required by the US
authorities before the actual visa application
can only be obtained by a legal sponsor (e.g. College Council, GACC, Travel Works)
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Getting The J1 Visa
3. Getting the J1 Visa US Consulate General in Leipzig
does not issue visasUS Embassy in Berlin and
Consulates General in Frankfurt and Munich are responsible for visa interview
bring all required documents
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Documents for the visa application
ein für die Dauer des beabsichtigten Aufenthaltes gültiger Reisepass ausgefülltes Antragsformular DS-160 (www.us-botschaft.de) Vordokument DS-2019 (wird von Gasthochschule oder
Austauschorganisation ausgestellt) ein Training/Internship Placement Plan DS-7002 (vom Praktikumsgeber
ausgefüllt) ein aktuelles, den Richtlinien entsprechendes Passfoto (www.us-
botschaft.de) Finanzierungsnachweis Nachweis der Bindung an das Heimatland (z.B. Rückflugticket, Schreiben
der Hochschule bzw. Immatrikulationsbescheinigung) Nachweis der bezahlten Visum-Bearbeitungsgebühr z.Zt. 128 € Nachweis der bezahlten SEVIS Gebühr von z.Zt. USD 180 (www.us-
botschaft.de) ein an Sie selbst adressierter, frankierter A4 Rückumschlag
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US Consulate General Leipzig
Birgit KämmerUS Consulate General LeipzigPublic Affairs Wilhelm-Seyfferth-Strasse 4D-04107 Leipzig, Germanyphone: +49-341-213 84 61 or 030-8305-1761fax: +49-341-213 84 77e-mail: [email protected]: www.usembassy.de
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6. Preparing for an Internship
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ASL Preparation Checklist
Reminds you of important steps available online
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Timing
oftentimes it is advisable to start planning your internship at least one year before you want to go! finding an internship language preparation applying for a visa applying for funding
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Mind the American Academic Year!
academic year from August to June
fall term: August to December
spring term: January to May/June
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7. Getting Credits
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BA Students
Internship can count as SQM (10 LP)3 requirements
receive approval ahead of time -> internship proposal
internship of about 240 hours written report: 8-10 pages
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MA Students
Professional Internship Module Requirements
clear connection between internship and career plan has to be drawn
approval by Prof. Garrett for receiving credits
written report: 8-10 pages credits: 10 LP
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8. Workshop Evaluation/Feedback
nding an internship
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Further Questions?
• Katharina Freitag, Internship Coordinator • Internship Support Office, Room 3.501 • Office Hours: Tuesdays, 4-5 pm and by
appointment • E-Mail: [email protected]
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Thanks for Coming!!