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Student Career Roadmap
Are you an international student interested in working in Germany? Our student career roadmap has been designed to guide you towards employment by highlighting useful skills and identifying potential obstacles.
On-campus support units
The International Office manages all aspects of the university's international relations and international activities. It is responsible for the university’s international exchange programmes and academic partnerships with universities abroad. It also organizes cultural events and excursions for international students. Students who want to undertake a work placement / internship in France should contact the International Office for assistance regarding the formal internship agreement (Convention de Stage).
Cultural Events organized by the Center for International Students - ZiS
ISZ Saar (International Study Centre Saar) is one of the university's central institutions and its role is to prepare international applicants to study at Saarland University. It also supports international students already studying here through its courses and seminars. For example, ISZ Saar offers language courses to help students improve their German proficiency – an important factor in helping students achieve success in Germany.
In-sessional German courses (during the semester)
Intensive pre-sessional German courses (before the semester, for Erasmus students)
Intensive German courses for students preparing to take the DSH language exam
The Centre for Key Competencies and University Didactics offers courses and workshops to develop intercultural and international competence as well as IT and media skills. Some of the courses are in English, while many of the others are in German at the B1 proficiency level.
As well as representing the interests of students at Saarland University, AStA also offers a broad range of advisory services that cover areas such as financial issues, cultural activities on campus, opportunities to get involved in social or community activities, and sustainability. There is also an International Students' Representative who you can contact if you have any questions about studying at Saarland University as an international student. AStA also offers support through its Students@Work scheme, which provides guidance and information on the tax and social insurance systems in Germany and your rights as a student employee.
The Studierendenwerk is a not-for-profit organization that aims to provide financial and social support services to students at Saarland's institutions of higher education. The Studierendenwerk is responsible, for example, for running the student refectories and cafeterias, the Mental Health Counselling Service (PPB), the child day-care centres and the student halls of residence.
The Central Student Advisory Service provides advice and information on planning and organizing your studies and studying effectively. The range of topics covered during the consultation sessions is wide: Deciding what to study; applying for a place on a degree course; the structure, content and demands of different academic subjects; reorientation options: switching subjects, problems with studying or dropping out; questions about financing your studies; and studying while working, studying for a second degree or studying without a higher education entrance qualification.
All their services are provided free of charge no matter how long a consultation session lasts or how many times you come to see them.
The Federal Employment Agency (Bundesagentur für Arbeit) is a key resource and one of the main contact points for newcomers to Germany. The Agency also operates a full-service branch office on campus that can help students to find employment. In addition to assisting students find suitable employment, the campus office provides support and advice regarding the recognition of qualifications and academic credentials, financial aid, social insurance payments, or starting a business. It also represents the European Employment Services (EURES) on campus (see below).
Campus office of the Federal Employment Agency
*Flyer in German, but services are provided in English as well.
EURES is a network of employment services that facilitates the free movement of workers within the EU, Switzerland, Iceland, Lichtenstein and Norway. It provides information, job search and recruitment services to employers and job seekers. EURES also plays an important role in providing information and employment support services to employers and cross-border workers in European border regions (source: European Commission). Saarland University is situated in the cross-border region known as the 'Greater Region' (Großregion/Grande Région), which comprises Saarland and Rhineland Palatinate (Germany), Luxembourg, Wallonia (Belgium), and Lorraine (France).
EURES services are provided on campus through the office of the Federal Employment Agency (see above).
More information is available from the following websites:
European Employment Service - EURES
*Only available in German and French
The Language Centre offers courses in 16 different languages. You can also take language proficiency tests and obtain internationally recognized certificates such as IELTS and UNIcert.
GradUS coordinates and organizes support for doctoral research students at Saarland University. As well as offering financial support, GradUS provides information and organizes and coordinates workshops and leisure activities.
The Saarland University Society aims to bring academics, staff and students at Saarland University into closer contact with alumni and sponsors. For more details on their projects and activities, click the button below.
Universitätsgesellschaft des Saarlandes e.V. (University Society)
*Only available in German
Thinking about starting a new business? The initiative 'Entrepreneurial Campus Saar' supports business-minded students and graduates by helping them develop a business model, offering workshops and training courses and facilitating contact to potential investors. Visit the website to learn more.
External job boards and job search platforms
Click the button below for a list of vacant positions at Saarland University. You'll find job offers for academic staff and for administrative and technical personnel, as well as information on apprenticeships and vocational training opportunities and our cooperative education programmes.
Jobs vacancies at Saarland University
*Only available in German
Are you interested in job offers at htw saar (University of Applied Sciences)? Click the button below to view the available vacancies.
*Only available in German
The htw saar career portal has been designed to help students find suitable part-time jobs, internships or full-time graduate jobs.
*Only available in German
Click the button below to view employment opportunities in the state administrative offices, departments and agencies in Saarland.
Public administration jobs in Saarland
*Only available in German
Search the Studierendenwerk's bulletin board for part-time jobs, 'mini-jobs' or opportunities for paid participation in research studies.
The Federal Employment Agency website contains extensive information on topics, such as career planning, integration into the German labour market, recognition of qualifications, social insurance contributions, etc. The agency also operates an office on campus (building A4.2) that can provide comprehensive advice and guidance on finding employment in Germany and Europe.
External Resources
The DAAD is an organization that promotes and funds international exchange programmes for students and researchers. It contributes directly to the internationalization of German universities, it encourages the teaching of German language and literature and supports language courses both in Germany and abroad. The DAAD organizes, funds and grants scholarships for student exchange semesters, Master's and doctoral programmes, research projects, internships, and artist residencies. We strongly encourage you to explore the DAAD website.Tip: Even if you are already studying in Germany, you can still apply for a scholarship to help you finance your studies.
'Study in Germany - Land of Ideas' is a German government campaign to promote Germany as a place to study. It is one of many projects managed by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). Take a look at their website or social media channels to find answers to the questions that most international students need answers to. Whether you're an undergraduate or a graduate student, you'll find a website packed full of useful information; it's especially useful to anyone thinking of continuing to study here in Germany. Tip: If you’re someone who likes blogging, they are always looking for international students who would be happy to share their experience of living and studying in Germany. You might even inspire current and future international students, while broadening your own network and building up your CV!
This initiative is similar to 'Study in Germany' but is tailored to current Master's and doctoral students and researchers. If you'd like to undertake doctoral studies or pursue a career as a researcher, take a look at their website! You'll find information about funding, research institutions and finding a PhD position.
Alumniportal Deutschland is a platform for anyone who has studied, worked or conducted research in Germany. The platform has been designed to promote networking and knowledge sharing among alumni as well as with companies, universities and organizations. It organizes events to discuss topics of current interest, recommends continuing education and advanced training programmes from German providers, publishes inspiring portraits and interviews, and much more besides. Simply create a user profile and subscribe to the newsletter to keep up to date with the huge range of options and opportunities open to alumni from Germany. And the best thing about it? It's totally free!
deutschland.de is a news and information portal that provides comprehensive coverage of what's happening in Germany. It’s an interesting and appealing source of information where you can learn more about Germany’s politics, society, business world, culture, science, research and environment. The portal is also available in several languages! The more you know about the society you are part of, the easier it is to settle in and feel at home.