Step 4: Application

You have found several interesting international internship positions and you now wish to apply.

Application period

The application period mainly depends on the country and company you wish to apply to. Please have a close look to the job postings if available.

For countries in Europe you should apply three to six months before your planned starting date. For countries outside Europe the period is six to nine months in advance. This is due to the visa regulations.

Preparation of the application documents

Applications are usually submitted in English worldwide. There are some specific features to pay attention to when submitting an application in English.

The following sample applications are intended as a guide to creating an application folder. However, they are only a source of reference. In order to be successful, you must take the time for each application and adjust it as much as possible to the position in question.