5. Internship

How do I register for the internship, and what documents are required?

Please submit the completed application form, signed by both the candidate and the professor, here: https://www.fin.ovgu.de/Studium/Während+des+Studiums/Prüfungsamt/Formulare.html

From the new internship regulations in 2025 onwards, registration should generally take place before the start, or at the latest by the eighth week of the internship.

You will clarify all further details with your supervising professor and the company.

Who can credit my internship towards my degree?

A professor or PD (Privatdozent/senior lecturer) can credit your internship towards your degree.

Can I have an internship I completed outside of or before my studies recognized as an internship?

An internship is generally an active component of the degree program and is intended to promote the application of theoretical course content. However, relevant IHK (Chamber of Industry and Commerce) apprenticeships with a regular duration of at least three years can be credited as a professional internship for the Bachelor's degree program. The recognition form "Application for Recognition of Achievements and Qualifications" must be used for this purpose.

I submitted my internship documents, but they haven't been approved in my account yet. What's the reason for this?

In order for the internship to be recorded as passed, the examination office requires a certificate from the company confirming the internship's completion or a work reference. If these documents have already been submitted and have still not been approved, please contact the examination office by email.

How many hours per week do I have to work during my internship?

There is no official regulation regarding this in the rules. Please discuss with your supervisor(s) how many hours you should work to obtain your credit points.

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