GERMAN BUSINESS INTERNSHIPS FOR WESTERN BALKAN YOUTH

Description

The Internship Programme of German Business offers young graduates and students from Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Kosovo, Croatia, Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia the possibility of a three to six-month-long internship at leading German companies. The interns gain an insight into corporate culture in Germany and are acquainted with modern management and work organisation. Following their stay in Germany, the interns return to their respective home country and are able to contribute the newly acquired knowledge and skills there. The experience and contacts established will strengthen the economic development of their home countries and promote bilateral relations with Germany as well as economic relations within the region. Thus, this programme and the ssociated alumni network make an important contribution towards regional reconciliation, intensified economic relations and create a cross-sectoral network of young, cosmopolitan professionals in the region.


Eligibility

Students of higher semesters and postgraduates with first job experience are eligible to apply. Their field of studies should have a focus either on business, engineering, journalism or agriculture. The applicants should generally not be older than 30 years. A very good command of German and / or English is required.


Remuneration

The interns receive an allowance that is financed from the funds of the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). The participating German companies make available both the required management capacities as well as the internship placements. Furthermore, the companies cover the cost of accommodation and health insurance for the interns.


Deadline: 10 November 2013

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