Leaders for future
Summer Internship
program
lf summer
Summer Internship Program LEADERS for FUTURE takes place once a year in summer (from July 1 to August 31). The minimum duration of the program is two months. The application period is approximately 9 months.
The goal of the program is to create a network of ambitious people. Therefore, during the joint activities and living together on the Copernicus Berlin Campus (CBC), program participants can learn more from other cultures, share their expertise and improve their communication skills.
Requirements
- Applicants must be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
- Applicants from all countries are welcome.
- All occupations are welcome.
- Good knowledge of English OR German (at least B1).
- Be motivated, independent and responsible.
Accommodation
Program participants will be accommodated in the comfortable and furnished apartments of the Copernicus Berlin Campus (CBC). The apartments are centrally located and consist of single and double rooms. High-speed internet and cable television are also available. In addition, there is a laundry service on campus.
CBC is located in the center of Berlin. Nearby are the sights of Berlin: Alexanderplatz, Berlin Cathedral, Museum Island, East Side Gallery, Warschauer Straße, Oberbaumbrücke and more. Numerous parks and sports facilities make life on campus pleasant and healthy. In the surrounding area you can also find large shopping malls, supermarkets, organic food stores, bakeries, pharmacies, hospitals, gyms, tennis courts, swimming pools and much more. You can also walk to the famous clubs and pubs like KitKatClub, Berghain, Watergate, Matrix and others.
Copernicus Berlin Campus is also well connected by public transportation. There are several buses, subways and suburban trains nearby. So you can reach any place in Berlin in very short time.
Program opportunities
Program participants can apply for full, partial scholarships or participate at their own costs. On the application form you have the possibility to choose accordingly.
FULL SCHOLARSHIP
High competition
- Pocket money is paid monthly;
- The costs for accommodation, liability insurance, social meetings, administration, welcome package, cultural events, international seminars, consulting, mentoring and workshops are covered directly by COPERNICUS BERLIN;
- Travel expenses are not covered.
Partial SCHOLARSHIP
Medium competition
- Pocket money is paid monthly;
- The costs for liability insurance, social meetings, administration, welcome package, cultural events, international seminars, consulting, mentoring and workshops are covered directly by COPERNICUS BERLIN;
- Travel expenses are not covered.
- Participant needs to cover the cost for accommodation at the Copernicus Berlin Campus completely themselves.
own cost
Low competition
- Participant needs to cover all the costs completely themselves.
Internship Program
Summer Internship Program LEADERS for FUTURE combines summer fun with professional development.
The program runs from July 01 to August 31.
There is also the option to participate in the program for up to 6 months. If you wish to participate in the program for more than 2 months, there will be a fee (980 EUR) for each additional month, regardless of the type of scholarship awarded. On the application form you have the possibility to indicate if you want to stay additional months.
During the internship, program participants will gain valuable work experience in Berlin. Since Berlin is the largest city in Europe, there will be a development opportunity for all career fields.
After the successful application process, several helpful advice and information will be provided.
A full scholarship of the Leaders for Future program for one person consists of the following parts
- Accommondation: 4,980 EUR
- Administrative expenses: 650 EUR
- Events: 590 EUR
- Pocket money: 400 EUR
- Consultancy and support: 250 EUR
- Liability insurance: 100 EUR
Application documents
For the successful application is required a complete chronological curriculum vitae. It should be written chronologically and in German or English.
Application procedure
ONLINE APPLICATION VIA THE APPLICATION FORM
Application period: 1. Oktober – December 31, 2023
TASK SHARING VIA YOUTUBE
The selected candidates are assigned a specific task via Youtube.
INTERVIEW PHASE
After completing the tasks, selected candidates will be invited for a personal interview.
Application Status
Curious about the status of your application? If you have submitted your application after September 1, 2023, you can check the status of your application at any time here.
FAQ
During the LEADERS for FUTURE Program, participants are accommodated in a comfortable and furnished apartment at the Copernicus Berlin Campus in the heart of Berlin.
The apartment consists of 3 rooms: Single bedroom, two-bed room and living room. There are only three participants in the apartment. Each participant has his/her own bed, desk, closet and private internet connection. Kitchen and bathroom are shared by the three participants.
No. Participants should take care of their own food.
No. The costs for water, hot water, heating, internet and cable TV are paid directly by Copernicus Berlin.
The internship is an important part of the LF program and is designed to provide international work experience and to develop personal and professional skills. The COPERNICUS BERLIN team will support the LF participants with advice and assistance. There will be also offered internships at COPERNICUS BERLIN.
Mostly no. Germany allows entry to travelers from most countries, regardless of their Covid-19 vaccination status but it is important to check that this information applies to you and to the country you are travelling from. More information you can find here: https://www.bundesgesundheitsministerium.de/en/service/gesetze-und-verordnungen/guv-19-lp/coronavirus-einreiseverordnung.html
YES. Berlin is considered a safe destination for international travelers but as with many other major cities, pickpocketing is somewhat common in the busy city center and crowded tourist attractions. For your safety, its best to always remain alert and be aware of your surroundings.
- Unforgettable time in Germany
- Improvement of German and English language skills
- Personal and professional development
- Intercultural communication
- Networking and making friends
- Learning to think critically and analytically