Events

Offers from the Career Service

Tuesday, 3 February | 10-11.30am | online | Crash Course: How to apply

Do you want to apply for a job, internship or volunteer position?

This crash course provides the basics for writing compelling application documents.

You will learn

where to find an interesting job / position / project
what makes a good CV
how to write a suitable letter of motivation.

Feel free to bring your questions along!

You can enrol here

Coach:

Lennart Hölscher

Monday, 16 February | 10-10.30am | online | Crash Course: The CV

What actually makes a successful CV?

How is it designed, what should be included, what better left out? And do I actually need a photo?

This short seminar explains the basics of a meaningful CV.

There is no perfect CV, but there are many tips for a good application.

You can enrol here

Coach:

Alica Bremer

Tuesday, 17 February | 10-10.30am | online | Crash Course: The motivation letter

How do I write a good motivation letter?

What makes a strong introduction? How lengthy should the text be? And what arguments does the motivation letter add to the CV?

This short seminar explains the basics of a meaningful motivation letter.

Every application is as unique as every applicant, but we still have a few tips for you.

You can enrol here

Coach:

Alica Bremer

Thursday, 19 February | 10am-12.30pm | tbc| Workshop: The job interview

The invitation to a job interview lands in your inbox – or you are asked to introduce yourself in a short Zoom call?

Often, the initial excitement of making it to the next round is quickly followed by a flood of questions: How can I best prepare for such interviews and calls? How can I come across as confident and convincing without pretending to be someone I’m not? What dos really matter?

In this workshop, we will discuss the essentials of job and internship interviews. After a few inputs on structure, purpose, and goals, we will explore and practice techniques and methods that help you prepare effectively. We will also look at how you can stay authentic and meet your interviewer on equal footing – while at the same time finding out whether the job or internship is truly the right fit for you.

You can enrol here

Coach:

Katharina Lübstorf

Wednesday, 25 February | 2-4pm | online | Networking without Nepo Baby privileges

When you think of networking, do you think of fraternities and old boys' country clubs?

While social background and socio-economic advantages undoubtedly play a role in shaping professional biographies, we would like to offer you a different approach to networking. Used strategically and with an awareness of your own aspirations and goals, a well-maintained network can help you realise your career aspirations, boost your self-confidence and constantly reposition yourself on the job market.

But how do you build such a network without the appropriate relationships in your family environment?

In this workshop we would like to show you how to make networking opportunities visible and how to use the resources available to you. In addition, we would like to support you in formulating goals and career aspirations and communicating them to others.

Please note: If you are enrolled at one of the other universities in Berlin and Brandenburg participating in the Career Week, please still select "University of Potsdam student" and provide your regular matriculation number when registering. The registration process for the Career Week events has been extended. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.

You can enrol here

You can find the whole programme of the Career Week here

Coach

Katharina Lübstorf

Tuesday, 4 March | 12-1pm | online | Q&A: Networking without Nepo Baby privileges

Time for an informal Online-Q&A about professional networking!

To land a job or internship through networking is not only for people who already have connections through their parents.

In this online Q&A, you can ask your questions about the networking culture in Germany. After a short input on what really matters when building a professional network from scratch, we will talk about where you are now, how to get started, and how to find and connect with people who could play an important role in your professional future.

You are warmly invited to bring your questions and to share your own experiences if you like!

You can enrol here.

Coach:

Katharina Lübstorf

Tuesday, 17 March | 2-4.30pm | online | Workshop: Application strategies

Are you preparing to apply for an internship, a student assistant position, or your first job after graduation?

Join this workshop to gain valuable insights into the nuances of applying for jobs and internships in Germany. Through practical exercises, we will put ourselves in the employer’s perspective and learn how to formulate clear messages for applications. Furthermore, we will learn techniques on how the application process itself can be used to create compelling application documents. We will also explore various strategies for finding job and internship opportunities beyond the major job platforms.

Feel free to bring any questions!

You can enrol here.

Coach:

Katharina Lübstorf