Career Service

Join us for a talk to explore essential techniques for navigating the job search process. From deciphering job advertisements to conducting job market research, this session aims to equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to succeed in the German job market. Whether you are preparing to embark on your career journey or seeking to enhance your employability prospects, this talk will provide valuable insights and practical tips to help you on your way.
 

For whom?: English speaking students of all disciplines
Speaker: Janina Velme, Career Counsellor @ Agentur für Arbeit Bayreuth-Hof

 

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Do you want to attend a job fair well prepared and make valuable contacts? Are you wondering how to approach employers with confidence and introduce yourself professionally in just a few sentences? Do you want your CV to create a strong first impression at the company booth?
Then this workshop is the right place for you!

The workshop covers the following topics:

• Preparing effectively for a job fair and defining clear personal goals
• Approaching companies with confidence and making a positive first impression
• Your self-introduction at the job fair: structure, content, and examples
• Your CV as a door opener: structure, content, and layout for the job fair
• Researching companies, asking the right questions, and following up after the fair

What makes this workshop special: Theory is followed immediately by practical application. You will develop your personal self-introduction for the job fair, review your CV with a job fair focus, and prepare concrete strategies for successful conversations with employers. There will also be sufficient time for individual questions.

Trainer: Julia Barden, psychologist with professional experience in the HR departments of companies such as Deutsche Bahn, Commerzbank and BASF Group.

No registration is required. The Career Service will send the Zoom link for the event by email.

Finding the right job as an international student can feel challenging, but the right tools make all the difference. In this talk, we will look at how to search for jobs effectively, read and understand job adverts, and use networking to open doors. We will also touch on important legal matters you should know when applying for work. This session is all about giving you practical advice and confidence as you take your first steps into the German job market.

Speaker: Janina Velme, Career advisor at the employment agency Agentur für Arbeit Bayreuth-Hof

Take advantage of your lunch break and simply drop by (Campus Hof, room B 007/009).

Join the Mentoring Programme as a Mentee!

Looking for guidance, career insights, and valuable connections? Sign up as a mentee and get matched with an experienced mentor from the alumni network.

Mentoring Timeline (6-month program)

• Application – Apply via our online form
• Matching – We match compatible Mentors & Mentees
• Kick-off Event – Opening event at semester start – Meet & set goals
• Mentoring Phase – Individual sessions (at least monthly, online/offline)
• Completion – Feedback round & Certificate at semester end

The Kick-off Event is planned for 23 October. Please check your calendar and make sure you can attend.

Are you an international student thinking about your next career steps in Germany? Join our Career Talk, where alumni from well-known companies share their personal experiences of moving from university life into the professional world.

In their talks, they discuss:

• How to apply successfully – tips for internships and job applications
• Entering the job market – strategies for landing your first full-time position
• Starting your career in Germany – practical advice for your first workplace experience

Finding the right job as an international student can feel challenging, but the right tools make all the difference. In this talk, we will look at how to search for jobs effectively, read and understand job adverts, and use networking to open doors. We will also touch on important legal matters you should know when applying for work. This session is all about giving you practical advice and confidence as you take your first steps into the German job market.

Speaker: Janina Velme, Career advisor at the employment agency Agentur für Arbeit Bayreuth-Hof

Take advantage of your lunch break and simply drop by (Campus Münchberg, room Z 107).