A Dual Degree Program That Makes a Difference—Right from the Start

Shaping Public Administration – Decisions That Make a Difference.

As a Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration, you’ll gain an understanding of the responsibilities of a modern local government, both in theory and in practice. You’ll work in various areas of the district administration, handle administrative procedures, apply laws, and make decisions that directly affect the daily lives of people in the Fulda district.

What You'll Bring to the Table

• Enjoyment of working with people
• Interest in law, administration, and organization
• A sense of responsibility and a meticulous approach to work
• Communication skills and a confident demeanor
• General High School Diploma or Vocational High School Diploma (or diploma in brief)
  
  

Here's what you can expect

• 3-year dual study program in a block format (Start date: September 1 of each year)
• Temporary civil service status during the period of study
• Trainee salary currently at 1,666.23 euros per month, plus ongoing special payments (as of 2026)
• 30 days of vacation time based on a 5-day workweek per calendar year; Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve are additional days off—with no deduction from vacation time
• Studying at the University of Applied Sciences for Public Management and Security in Kassel
• Course content includes, among other things, administrative law, private law, business administration, and public finance
• Internships in various specialized departments of the county administration
• Personal guidance from our lead instructors (VALKen)
• regular feedback sessions
• Joint trainee activities and team events
  
  

How to Apply

We post the job opening each summer of the year before the start of the academic year on our careers page as well as on the "district pages" in the "Marktkorb."

Rethinking Digital Administration.

As a Bachelor of Arts in Digital Administration, you’ll combine administrative work with digital processes and IT. You’ll learn how digital administration works, how processes are optimized, and how modern solutions are developed for citizens and government agencies.

What You'll Bring to the Table

• Interest in digitalization, IT, and processes
• Understanding of technical and organizational contexts
• analytical and structured thinking
• Sense of Responsibility and Willingness to Learn
• General High School Diploma or Vocational High School Diploma (or diploma in brief)
  
  

Here's what you can expect

• 3-year dual study program in a block format (Start date: September 1 of each year)
• Temporary civil service status during the period of study
• Trainee salary currently at 1,666.23 euros per month, plus ongoing special payments (as of 2026)
• 30 days of vacation time based on a 5-day workweek per calendar year; Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve are additional days off—with no deduction from vacation time
• Studying at the University of Applied Sciences for Public Management and Security in Kassel
• Course content includes, among other things, administrative law, business administration, public finance, computer science, and project and process management
• Participation in digitization and IT projects in the Fulda district
• Interface between Administration, IT, and Organization
• Personal guidance from our lead instructors (VALKen)
• regular feedback sessions
• Joint trainee activities and team events
  
  

How to Apply

We post the job opening each summer of the year before the start of the academic year on our careers page as well as on the "district pages" in the "Marktkorb."

IT for an Effective Administration.

As a Bachelor of Science in Applied Computer Science, you will work on the technical foundations of county administration. You will develop, maintain, and analyze IT systems and ensure that digital processes function reliably in day-to-day administrative operations.

What You'll Bring to the Table

• Interest in IT systems, software, and technology
• strong mathematical and logical reasoning skills
• A structured and solution-oriented approach to work
• Ability to work as part of a team and take personal responsibility
• General University Entrance Qualification or University of Applied Sciences Entrance Qualification
  
  

Here's what you can expect

• 3-year dual study program in a block format (Start date: September 1 of each year)
• Compensation of 1,550.00 euros per month
• 31 days of recreational leave based on a 5-day workweek per calendar year; Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve are additional days off—with no deduction from vacation time
• Studying at Fulda University of Applied Sciences
• Course content includes, among other things, software development, networks, databases, and IT security
• Assignment with the Fulda District's Information Technology Department
• Contributing to IT systems and technical solutions
• additional insights into other specialized administrative services
• Personal guidance from our lead instructors (VALKen)
• Practical application of academic knowledge in everyday work
• Joint trainee activities and team events
  
  

How to Apply

This program is not offered on a regular basis; instead, it is advertised based on current staffing needs. We post the job opening approximately one year before the program begins on our careers page as well as on the "district pages" in the "Market Basket."

Supporting people – creating opportunities.

As a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work, you’ll work with people in a variety of life situations. You’ll learn how counseling, support, and social work are put into practice, and you’ll work in social services agencies in the Fulda district.

What You'll Bring to the Table

• Interest in social issues and working with people
• Communication Skills and Empathy
• Sense of Responsibility and Resilience
• Ability to work as part of a team and openness to new situations
• General High School Diploma or Vocational High School Diploma (or diploma in brief)
  
  

Here's what you can expect

• 4-year dual online degree program (Start date: September 1 of each year)
• Compensation of 1,550.00 euros per month
• 31 days of recreational leave based on a 5-day workweek per calendar year; Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve are additional days off—with no deduction from vacation time
• Online degree program with in-person sessions at Fulda University of Applied Sciences
• Internships at social service agencies in the Fulda district
• Work in counseling, support, and social services
• Combining Theory and Practical Work in the Social Services Field
• Personalized guidance from experienced clinical instructors
• regular feedback sessions
• Joint trainee activities and team events
  
  

How to Apply

We post the job opening each summer of the year before the start of the academic year on our careers page as well as on the "district pages" in the "Marktkorb."

Make decisions in the social sector.

As a Bachelor of Arts in Social Security, you’ll work in the field of the labor market and social benefits. You’ll process applications, apply the fundamentals of social law, and make decisions that directly affect people.

What You'll Bring to the Table

• Interest in social and legal issues
• Communication skills and decisiveness
• Sense of Responsibility and Resilience
• a structured and meticulous approach to work
• General High School Diploma or Vocational High School Diploma (or diploma in brief)
  
  

Here's what you can expect

• 3.5-year dual online degree program (Starts: September 1 of each year)
• Compensation of 1,550.00 euros per month
• 31 days of recreational leave based on a 5-day workweek per calendar year; Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve are additional days off—with no deduction from vacation time
• Online degree program with in-person sessions at Fulda University of Applied Sciences
• Position at the Fulda District Job Center
• Course content includes, among other things, social welfare law (SGB II), communication, statistics, and project work
• Participation in administrative and decision-making processes
• Personalized guidance from experienced clinical instructors
• regular feedback sessions
• Joint trainee activities and team events
  
  

How to Apply

We post the job opening each summer of the year before the start of the academic year on our careers page as well as on the "district pages" in the "Marktkorb."

Plan infrastructure and take responsibility.

As a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering, you’ll work on projects related to construction and infrastructure in the Fulda district. You’ll plan, oversee, and support construction projects, combining technical knowledge with practical implementation.

What You'll Bring to the Table

• Interest in buildings, technology, and infrastructure
• strong spatial and technical understanding
• A structured and reliable approach to work
• Ability to work as part of a team and a sense of responsibility
• General High School Diploma or Vocational High School Diploma (or diploma in brief)
  
  

Here's what you can expect

• 3-year dual degree program (Starts: September 1 of each year)
• Compensation of 1,550.00 euros per month
• 31 days of recreational leave based on a 5-day workweek per calendar year; Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve are additional days off—with no deduction from vacation time
• Studying at the Technical University of Central Hesse in Bad Hersfeld
• Internships in the Construction and Environment Departments of the Fulda District
• Participation in Construction and Infrastructure Projects
• Applying Academic Knowledge to Specific Projects
• Personal guidance from our lead instructors (VALKen)
• Participation in planning and implementation processes
• Joint trainee activities and team events
  
  

 How to Apply

This program is not offered on a regular basis; instead, it is advertised based on current staffing needs. We post the job opening approximately one year before the program begins on our careers page as well as on the "district pages" in the "Market Basket."