Study and Internships Abroad
As a student at the University of Bonn, you have numerous opportunities to gain international experience during your studies — for instance through a semester or internship abroad, or through shorter programs, such as language courses or summer schools abroad. These experiences not only enhance your academic and language skills but can also strengthen your intercultural competencies and improve your career prospects. The International Office helps you plan and make the most of your time abroad.
Study abroad
There are different approaches to making your dream of studying abroad a reality.
Internship abroad
Do you want to gain professional experience? Then an internship abroad may be just perfect for you!
Mobility During Doctoral Studies
A stay abroad can be of tremendous benefit to your research project.
Language courses and short-term programs abroad
If you’re looking for a shorter experience abroad, language courses or summer/winter schools can be ideal options.
Planning and Organizing a stay abroad
Lots of planning and questions need dealing with when it comes to spending time in a different country.
Certificate of Intercultural Competence
The University of Bonn issues a Certificate of Intercultural Competence to acknowledge extracurricular engagement in international and intercultural fields.
International Study and Internship Fair 02.06.2026
The annual fair provided information on stays abroad and an opportunity to learn about experiences of students who already studied or did an internship abroad.
Just spent an exciting time abroad studying or doing an internship? You can now share your experiences and encourage other students to venture abroad themselves.
Join in!
Winter semester 2025/26 will mark the start of our “Wegweiser ins Ausland” (“Guide to the World Abroad”) program. As a guide, you’ll be sharing information, your own experiences and valuable tips with other students who are interested in studying or doing an internship abroad. Needless to say, we’ll prepare you for your role as guide. Plus you can have your participation credited toward the Certificate of Intercultural Competence.
Interested in joining? Then just email us. We look forward to working with you!
Just ask!
You’re studying at the University of Bonn and considering spending a semester or doing an internship abroad? You have questions for students who’ve already spent time abroad, e.g. regarding how to prepare your stay? Then just email us.
