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It's great to have you back at the University of Potsdam and to have you share your international experiences with us.

Become a Campus Ambassador – Get Involved in International Initiatives at UP!

Have you recently returned from a study semester or internship abroad and would like to share your experiences?

Would you like to encourage other students to explore international opportunities and help strengthen the international profile of our campus?

Then we warmly invite you to become a Campus Ambassador for the International Office during the Winter Semester 2026/27!

Your commitment will be recognized with a lump-sum honorarium of €400 for your voluntary engagement (excluding students who are employed by UP). We expect a commitment of approximately 20–25 hours over the course of the semester. Most importantly, we are looking for students who are willing to share their personal experiences in an authentic and engaging way.

As a Campus Ambassador, you will…

  • support international students during welcome, orientation, and campus events,
  • serve as a peer contact for informal questions about studying and student life,
  • assist with information sessions on studying and completing internships abroad,
  • share your experiences abroad in selected university courses,
  • participate in community events, campus tours, and international activities,
  • offer insights into student life at UP and intercultural experiences on campus through social media posts, interviews, photos, or videos,
  • contribute your own ideas to help foster an open, diverse, and internationally minded campus community.

 

Interested? 

Please send us your application (CV and a letter of motivation — you are welcome to include your own ideas or preferred activities) in a single pdf by email no later than August 14th, 2026 to international-office@uni-potsdam.de. 

https://www.uni-potsdam.de/de/international/international-at-home/buddy

Buddy Programm

Get involved as a buddy for international students at the University of Potsdam and support them, especially during their first few weeks. By helping them with course selection, PULS, semester tickets, or the library, you will make it easier for them to start their studies and ensure that your buddy feels welcome right from the start.

https://potsdam.esn-germany.de/

Erasmus Student Network Potsdam

At the Erasmus Student Network Potsdam, you can volunteer for international encounters as a student at the University of Potsdam. With events such as museum visits, hikes, or city trips, you can promote intercultural exchange, contribute your own ideas, and take on responsibility in an open, committed team.

https://www.uni-potsdam.de/en/educ/index

European Digital UniverCity (EDUC)

At European Digital UniverCity (EDUC), you can gain international experience and insights into different higher education systems, cultures, and perspectives through online courses, short-term mobility programs, internships, and exchange programs.

https://www.europamachtschule.de/en/

Back to School

As part of Back to School, you can share your experiences abroad with schools through Europa macht Schule and provide insights into international study and living environments.

Throughout the year, we offer numerous opportunities to share your experiences abroad with the student body at the University of Potsdam. During International Week, in podcasts, at country meetings, or at the International Get-Together, you can advise students, share insights, and make new contacts. If you would like to contribute your own ideas or participate in other events, please feel free to contact us.

Student initiatives

In addition to the Erasmus Student Network Potsdam, there are many other international initiatives where you can make contacts, meet students with similar interests, and volunteer to organize projects and promote exchange at the University of Potsdam.

Amnesty International

The Amnesty International university group offers students the opportunity to actively campaign for human rights and social justice.

University Group of the Young European Federalists Berlin-Brandenburg

The university group JEF enables students to actively participate in discussions and projects relating to European politics.

IAESTE University Group

The IAESTE University Group provides information about internships worldwide, supports students and international interns, and promotes intercultural exchange.

UNICEF University Group

Volunteer students at the aid organization UNICEF campaign for children's rights and raise awareness through their own campaigns.

Student councils

You have probably been familiar with student councils since you began your studies. Involvement in student councils represents the interests of students in a particular department, provides support with organizational issues, and offers an important platform for exchange and networking within the student body. The English/American Studies and Romance Studies student councils, for example, have an international focus.

Sprachangebote des ZESSKO

The Center for Languages and Key Competences (Zessko) offers you a wide range of opportunities to expand your language skills and put them into practice. You can take traditional language courses as part of UNIcert®, participate in a language tandem, or exchange ideas with others in one of the regular language cafés.