Preparing for the German Job Market

Career Service for International Students

Whether e-Learning, career mentoring, or match-making events with regional companies and start-ups: these and other services support international students at RUB as they enter the German job market.

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Events and Career Workshops

Winter Semester 2026/27

October 20: Your Future in NRW: Networking event with companies from the region (English, ONLINE)
- Find more information and register here
October 27: Next steps after Graduation: Q&A with the Immigration Authority, (English, online), register here
November 4 : Kick-off FIT4Job Mentoring programme
- Apply by October 28 as a mentee or mentor
- Find more information and apply here
November 16: Career Guidance for International Humanities Students, (German, on campus), register here

Workshops on Future and Career Skills (online)

November 17 : Building Your Professional Profile (in English, online), register here
November 24 : Application Skills Overview: Resumes, CVs, Cover Letters & More (English, online), register here
December 1: Cultivating Connections in Germany (in English, online), register here
December 8 : Workshop: Next Level Networking with LinkedIn (in English, online, register here
December 9: Navigating the German Job Market (in English, online), register here

For more insights on career topics visit our Digital Career Guide on Moodle and receive updates on offerings for international students.

Digital Career Guide

The RUB Moodle course "Career Service for International Students" prepares international students for a job in Germany: An interactive and flexible tool designed with eLearning elements.

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Boost your Career Chances in Germany

We support international students entering the German job market by offering a digital career platform. Learn about how to write a CV, get to know the German "Mittelstand" and activate your Future Skills.

Join the Moodle-Course "Career Service for International Students" now!

Counseling Services: CV Check and Tips on Your Applications

CVs in Germany and the application process may differ from your home country's application process. Let your CV get checked! The advisory team at RUB's Career Service can help you prepare your application documents and interviews. Get in touch now!

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Advice and coaching from the Career Service

The Career Service offers Ruhr University Bochum students and graduates targeted support for career orientation and a successful career start.

FIT4Job - Mentoring for Internationals

The mentoring program brings international students together with experienced international and German mentors. They share their good practices and job experiences 1:1 with their mentees and provide valuable tips for starting a career in Germany.

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Mentoring for Internationals

The mentoring programme brings international students together with experienced international and German mentors. Register as a mentee or mentor for our mentoring program between October 7 and Ocotber 28, 2026!

Further Career Support

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RUB supports international students and refugees in their integration into the German labor market.

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Alumni directory

Over 16.000 active alumni are members of the Alumni Directory, the RUB's alumni network. Sign up now and get to know the benefits.

Financing for international students

Jobs

How do I find a part-time job? What do I have to keep in mind? You can find out here.

Regular international Students

Financing

Relaxed studying is only possible if the financing of studies is secured. On this page, we show you various options for financing your studies in Germany.