Back at the University of Potsdam

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 Internationally at UP!

Have you recently returned from a study abroad program or internship, or are you an international student at the University of Potsdam?
Would you like to share your experiences, support international students, and actively contribute to campus life?

As a Campus Ambassador for the International Office, you will:

Support international students at welcome, orientation, and campus events
Share authentic peer experiences about studying, living, and settling in at UP or about time spent abroad
Contribute to social media formats, interviews, or takeovers
Strengthen international communities and contribute your own ideas for a vibrant international campus culture

Your commitment as a Campus Ambassador for one semester (Summer Semester 2026) will be recognized with a lump-sum stipend of €500 as an honorary (volunteer) position (tax-free).

If you are interested, please send your application (CV and a letter of motivation — you are welcome to include your own ideas or preferred activities) by email no later than March 02, 2026 to iris.dupont-nivetuuni-potsdampde.

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

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/

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.