KIT Career ServiceStudentsApplication SupportApplication Tips
Covering Letter
  • Tips for individual and job-related cover letters
  • Templates and examples
  • Special cases

Covering Letter Tips
Curriculum Vitae
  • Tips for individual and job-related cover letters
  • Templates and examples
  • Special cases

Curriculum Vitae Tips

Interview
  • Professional know-how on recruitment interviews
  • Practical tips for preparation
  • Sample questions and answers

Interview Tips
Negotiating salaries
  • Knowledge about appropriate salary expectations
  • Practical tips for negotiation

Negotiating salaries Tips

Guidance
Individual consulting & coaching
Are you looking for detailed advice or coaching on career orientation? In a personal consultation—in person or online—we will give you detailed feedback on your documents and discuss topics such as these with you:
  • How do I write a tailored and professional application?
  • How do I expand my network and find suitable jobs?
  • What is important for my upcoming job interview?
  • Which trends and AI tools are currently important in the application process?
  • How do I identify my skills and competencies?
  • Which motives, values, and goals are important to me professionally?
  • Which working environment suits me?
  • Should I do a master's degree or start my career straight away?

Interships around the world
Helpful links and tips

Finding jobs and internships

Tip:
Use websites of the Chambers of Commerce and Industry of the individual country. Or look into your contacts on LinkedIn etc. or look for international career networks.
Apply abroad
Tip: In many countries its common to attach references instead of evaluations of employers. Find someone in your contact list who would be suitable to give a reference (e.g. Work contacts, Professors).

International Career Service
How to successfully enter the German job market
Are you from abroad and want to work in Germany after graduation?

The International Career Service can help you and show you what you need to know about the German job market.

Find helpful tips, links and information on starting your career in Germany. We make it easier for you to start your professional life – study, stay, succeed in Karlsruhe.