Paid internships in Germany

Why Internships in Germany?
Germany is one of the top destinations for internships due to its strong economy, advanced industries, and global business presence. As a leader in engineering, automotive, finance, and technology, the country offers excellent opportunities for international students to gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge fields. Internships in Germany provide exposure to a structured work environment, professional training, and career networking, making them highly valuable for students looking to develop practical skills in a globally recognized market.

Internship in requirements management - Bosch eBike Systems

Ready to turn complex ideas into clear, high‑quality product requirements and see how real development projects come to life? You’ll collaborate with experienced engineering teams, work with modern tools, and build a strong foundation for your future career—apply now and join us.

Hive - Strategy associate to the CGO (intern)

You’ll be the CGO’s force multiplier. Every week, you’ll turn an ambiguous, high-stakes strategic question into a crisp, defensible answer, and then help make it happen.

Hive - Sales development representative (intern)

Ready to launch your sales career at one of Europe’s top start-ups, starting from September 2026?

Inverto - Consulting intern in procurement / supply chain management in Köln, München

Inverto is one of the leading procurement and supply chain management consultancies in the world. Backed by the power of BCG, we’ve grown from a successful European procurement consultancy to a global company with a distinct offering in the market.

GitGuardian - Finance operations intern

GitGuardian is a global cybersecurity scale-up. The company is based in Paris, with 160 team members between France and the USA.

The Voith Group - Internship global corporate procurement

The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive.

Volkswagen - Internship requirements management

We want to revolutionize and shape the mobility of tomorrow sustainably. For this purpose, we are looking for talents who are willing to break completely new ground with us and are not afraid to make mistakes.

Mercedes-Benz - Intern robotics

We offer you the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art robotics hardware and modern software stacks in a collegial team with flexible working hours and deep insights into an innovative research project.

Mercedes-Benz - Intern global pricing & emergin markets CKD strategy

The activity can begin from September 2026.

Examples of Companies Accepting International Students
Many leading companies in Germany offer internships to international students, particularly in sectors like automotive, IT, and finance. BMW, Volkswagen, and Daimler provide internships in automotive engineering and manufacturing, while Siemens, Bosch, and SAP offer positions in technology, AI, and digital transformation. In the financial sector, Deutsche Bank and Allianz have international internship programs, and startups in cities like Berlin and Munich frequently seek English-speaking interns for roles in business, marketing, and tech.

Mercedes-Benz - Intern digital extras sales

We will shape the final scope of your role together with you and the team, depending on your interests, professional background, and skill set. The activity can begin from October 2026.

Mercedes-Benz - Intern IT aftersales - data engineering

Are you a tech-savvy individual with a passion for AI, data engineering, and problem-solving? Do you want to gather hands-on experience at a globally renowned company that is pushing the boundaries of automotive innovation? Would you like to work on a strategically critical system that is about to go live and directly contribute to its robustness, reliability, and innovation? Then join our After-Sales IT department at Mercedes-Benz!

Intern - regulatory admissions & governance at Deutsche Börse AG

Ready to make a real impact in the financial industry? At Deutsche Börse Group, we'll empower you to grow your career in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Beiersdorf - Beyond Global Graduate Programme AI

At Beiersdorf, we want to help people feel good about their skin – and our commitment goes far beyond caring for skin. For 140 years, we have developed innovative skin and body care products for well-known brands such as NIVEA, Eucerin, La Prairie, Hansaplast, and Labello.

Voith Group - Internship - business development international service

Intern - risk tools & analytics - Deutsche Börse AG

Ready to make a real impact in the financial industry? At Deutsche Börse Group, we'll empower you to grow your career in a supportive and inclusive environment.

SIXT - Internship in inhouse consulting

Do you want to combine the advantages of entrepreneurship and top-tier strategy consulting, and are you looking for an exciting entry into Inhouse Consulting to gain your first practical experience? With us, you get the chance to actively work at the intersection of AI innovation and operational transformation and develop your skills in a dynamic environment.

Voith - Internship in global communications / operational excellence & digital

Support the Voith Group | Corporate Functions & Services division during your internship.

Nemetschek Group - Working student IT process management

The Nemetschek Group is a pioneer for the digital transformation in the AEC/O industry and focuses on the use of open standards (OPEN BIM).

Nemetschek Group - Working student internal audit

Are you looking to kick-start your career in Internal Audit, Risk, and Compliance within a dynamic international environment? Join us as a Working Student Internal Audit and gain hands-on experience in global audit processes and GRC projects.

Remazing - Junior e-Commerce consultant Germany

Join us and benefit from working in one of the most promising growth industries of the future while having a steep learning curve within a workplace where you can contribute and grow. Let’s create your career success story!

Bosch - Internship logistics planning and optimization

At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people’s lives. Our promise to our associates is rock-solid: we grow together, we enjoy our work, and we inspire each other. Join in and feel the difference.

Is Knowledge of German Mandatory?
While knowing German is an advantage, it is not always mandatory, especially for internships in multinational companies and tech startups where English is the primary working language. Many large corporations, particularly in engineering, IT, and finance, offer internships in English, making them accessible to international students. However, for roles in local businesses, public administration, or customer service, basic knowledge of German is often required. Learning German can improve job prospects and help with cultural integration during the internship.

AUMOVIO - Internship - global travel and project management

For the Global Travel and Project Management department, we are looking for an intern (m/f/diverse) starting in November 2025 at our Regensburg location, for a minimum duration of three months. The position can also be based in Hannover.

KEENFINITY - Internship Group Controlling

Next to our passion for technology we’re very passionate about our work environment. Based on values such as trust, appreciation, and accountability we all work together to shape the future – boldly, customer-focused and with a strong team spirit.

Intern - recovery and resolution planning - Clearstream Europe AG

Join us as an Intern in Recovery and Resolution Planning and take the opportunity to gain valuable, hands-on experience in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Hyundai Motorsport - Internship - public relations

Based in Frankfurt (Technical Center) and Offenbach (Headquarters) in Germany, Hyundai Motorsport GmbH is responsible for Hyundai’s global motorsport activities, including our factory programs in WRC, TCR, Customer Racing, and the LMDh project.

Siemens Advanta - Strategy consulting intern

As an Intern for a minimum of 10 weeks, you'll become a part of a dedicated project team that offers unwavering support throughout your journey with us. We are currently starting to hire interns for the period from August 2026 to September 2026

Lufthansa Technik - Internship project management

Lufthansa Technik AG offers you the opportunity to apply your business knowledge in an international company and develop your management skills in the "Aircraft Maintenance Services" segment.

Continental - Internship - global talent development (HR)

In our central HR department in Hanover-Stöcken, we offer you the opportunity to gain valuable experience in an international environment starting August/September 2026

SunExpress - Internship or working student network planning

As “Intern or Working Student Network Planning (m/f/d)”, you will support the Network Planning team of SunExpress a joint venture of Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines with their task to establish a profitable flight program out of the key airports in Turkey as well as identify further network opportunities to widen the existing portfolio.

Lufthansa Technik Logistik Services - Internship maintenance logistics

Shape the future with us: support LEAN projects, improve processes in the team and gain valuable insights into store floor management.

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