We are committed to facilitating your career start in the region. Our International Career Service (ICS) acts as a central resource for international students, providing guidance on career planning and seamless integration into the German labour market.
Our range of services is designed to meet your individual needs and includes in-depth advice, dynamic events and workshops, intercultural skills development and access to a comprehensive range of online resources. A key focus for us is to build strong links with relevant local businesses. To achieve this, we regularly coordinate company visits and other networking events that provide valuable opportunities for students to engage with the professional community.
Here is an overview of the services we offer:
Career Counseling & Mentoring-Coaching Sessions
- One-on-one career counselling sessions on job search strategies, job applications and career planning
- Weekly mentoring coaching sessions to help you stay on track with your career goals
- Application reviews for CVs, cover letters and interviews
- Insights into the job market, industries, and career pathways in Thuringia
Company Visits & Networking Events
- Company visits in Thuringia: Gain direct insights into the working environment of key regional employers
- Workshops with companies: Find out skills and qualifications are most in demand in Thuringia
- Networking events: Make valuable connections with employers, alumni, and other industry professionals
📍 Examples:
- Schmalkalden Career Fair – Meet companies from a range of industries, attend our Career Fair preparation session and receive on-site advice, organized by the Career Service of Schmalkalden University.
- Industrie in Touch Tours – Company visits co-organised with the Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK) South Thuringia
- Jena Digital Safari – Annual networking event for students in Computer Science and Business students taking place in Jena, Thuringia’s “Silicone Valley”
Workshops & Career Training Sessions
- Application training: Learn how to apply successfully in Germany
- LinkedIn workshops: Create a standout profile and use LinkedIn effectively for your job search
- Interview & pitch training: Build confidence for job interviews and professional presentation
- Intercultural competence workshops: Understand workplace culture and expectations in Germany
- AI in the application process: Find out how artificial intelligence scans, filters, and evaluates applications and what does that mean for your application documents.
📍 Regular workshop series:
- Applying in Germany – CV, cover letter & job interview strategies
- Career opportunities in Thuringia – Industry insights & employer connections
- Recruiter Insights – Expectations and expert advice from HR professionals
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We are committed to helping you achieve your career goals, both during your time in Schmalkalden and in your future endeavours.
