Start your search
Search for Praktikum, Pflichtpraktikum and freiwilliges Praktikum. Distinguish mandatory placements from voluntary internships in every application.
Before you say yes
Your internship category matters for pay and immigration conditions. Non-EU applicants should check the official study-related internship visa route and its eligibility conditions.
This is an orientation guide, not an individual eligibility decision. Your citizenship, study status, internship type and duration determine which rules apply. Follow the official source and obtain confirmation for your situation.
Your five practical checks
- Ask your institution whether the placement meets your learning and recognition requirements.
- Request written duties, dates, hours, supervision and pay or allowance.
- Confirm the right to intern, any local registration and relevant permits.
- Check healthcare, accident and liability insurance cover.
- Verify housing, deposit terms and your budget before booking travel.
Find real opportunities
Use employer career pages, your institution’s network and specialist internship platforms. Check each listing’s date, employer identity, working language and educational requirements.
Official starting points
Published 22 October 2026. Country-specific arrangements must be confirmed with the linked authority; this guide does not claim a full review of every local rule.
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