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Internship with the Fulda District

Experience government—gain perspective.

An internship is the best way to find out which tasks and career fields are right for you. You’ll gain insight into the work of a county administration and see how public administration functions on a day-to-day basis.

In the Fulda district, you can explore a variety of fields—from organization and administration to social issues and IT-supported processes. This will give you hands-on experience with the wide range of tasks in public administration and help you discover where your interests lie.

Whether it's a high school internship, a college internship, or a volunteer orientation program: You'll get to pitch in, take a look behind the scenes, and gain experience that will help you make your career decision.

  • Social Work Internship Semester

    Get to Know Social Work – Gain Hands-On Experience.

    During the Social Work practicum semester, you’ll gain insight into the work of the Fulda District Administration and apply the theoretical knowledge you’ve gained during your studies in a practical setting. You’ll work in specialized social services and become familiar with various areas of public social work.

    What You'll Bring to the Table

    • Social Work Degree Program
    • Interest in social work in public administration
    • Enjoyment of working with people
    • Communication skills and ability to work in a team
    • Commitment and Reliability

    Here's what you can expect

    • 6-month internship semester (starting September 1 of each year)
    • Compensation of 400.00 euros per month
    • Assignment in a specific social services department (e.g., youth, family, social services, immigration)
    • Insights into the Functions of Public Administration
    • Applying Theoretical Course Content in Practice
    • Personalized guidance from experienced clinical instructors
    • Possibility of a subsequent work-study position if performance is satisfactory

    How to Apply

    We post the job opening in the fall/winter of the year before the start of the internship semester on our careers page as well as on the "district pages" in "Marktkorb."

  • Social Law Internship Semester

    Applying the Law – Understanding Public Administration.

    During the social law internship semester, you’ll work at the Fulda District Administration and apply the legal knowledge you’ve gained during your studies in a practical setting. You’ll gain insight into social law procedures and work in areas where legal decisions are central.

    What You'll Bring to the Table

    • Degree in social law or a related field
    • Interest in legal issues in the public sector
    • a meticulous and structured approach to work
    • Sense of Responsibility
    • Ability to work in a team and communication skills

    Here's what you can expect

    • 6-month internship semester (starting September 1 of each year)
    • Compensation of 400.00 euros per month
    • Work in the social welfare departments of the county administration (e.g., youth services, legal affairs, social benefits, county job center)
    • Insights into Administrative and Decision-Making Processes
    • Application and Further Exploration of Theoretical Course Content
    • Personalized guidance from experienced clinical instructors
    • Possibility of a subsequent work-study position if performance is satisfactory

    How to Apply

    We post the job opening in the winter of the year before the start of the internship semester on our careers page as well as on the "district pages" in the "Marktkorb."

  • School internships, student internships, and volunteer internships

    Experience public administration—gain your first insights.

    During your internship at the Fulda District Administration, you’ll gain an initial insight into the responsibilities of a modern public administration. You’ll become familiar with various departments and discover which roles are a good fit for you.

    What You'll Bring to the Table

    • Interest in working in public administration
    • Curiosity and an openness to new challenges
    • Communication Skills
    • Reliability

    Here's what you can expect

    • Flexible duration and customized schedule for the internship
    • Work in various specialized departments of the Fulda District Administration
    • Insights into Various Areas of Administration
    • Hands-on involvement in day-to-day administrative work
    • Personalized support from experienced practice instructors and VALKen
    • Exploring Different Career Fields for Career Guidance

    How to Apply: Please

    submit your application well in advance of the start of the internship via email to karriere@landkreis-fulda.de. Required documents:

    • Cover Letter
    • Resume
    • Proof of enrollment or most recent school report card
    • Specify the desired areas of application
  • FOS Internships in Business and Administration

    Get to know day-to-day administration.

    During the one-year internship at the Technical High School for Business and Administration, you’ll gain hands-on experience with the day-to-day operations of the Fulda District Administration. You’ll work in various departments and gain insight into organizational and administrative processes.

    What You'll Bring to the Table

    • Interest in Business and Administration
    • Enjoyment of working with people
    • Communication skills and ability to work in a team
    • Reliability and a willingness to learn
    • Visit to the Technical High School specializing in Business and Administration

    Here's what you can expect

    • 1-year internship (3 days a week, starting August 1 of each year)
    • Compensation of 150.00 euros per month
    • Assignments in various specialized departments of the county administration
    • Regular changes in areas of operation
    • Insights into administrative processes and hands-on participation
    • Personalized guidance from experienced practice instructors (VALKen)
    • Joint trainee activities and team events

    How to Apply

    There is no formal job posting. You can submit a speculative application at any time at
    unter:karriere@landkreis-fulda.de

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