Traineeship

Creating new opportunities
by earning & learning.
Have it both ways.
Traineeship Program
They say you can’t dance at two weddings at the same time. The IU Traineeship Program makes it possible! Here you can do both, work and study. We work across all disciplines building new pathways into the workforce for those who prefer to earn & learn. It’s not magic, it’s logic.
Whether its your first job, or you want to go to the next level in your career, you can study as an undergraduate or postgraduate while gaining relevant work experience—all at your own pace.

We offer traineeships in all categories

Academia, Corporate Functions, Tech & Engineering, Sales, Marketing & Communications, Student Services
Benefits of an IU Traineeship
Female student happy in the hall
It’s impossible to be bored at IU—so many exciting projects and I get to choose what I want to do. I have direct access to the head of my department, without any hierarchical complexities. All ideas are listened to and I can try out anything and test myself against the best.
Marina Meißner
Trainee HR

Take your education to a new level

We fully finance your master’s degree (as a distance learning course) while you earn your money as a trainee.

Reach your destination sustainably

Germanys 9 euro ticket is history, we got the DeutschlandTicket for 7 €. You prefer to travel by bike? Then a Jobrad (bike leasing)might be the right choice. We offer many environmentally conscious options to be mobile both professionally and privately.

Shape your career

Enjoy the optimal combination between starting a career and funded distance learning. Tell us about your dream career and we will help you make it a reality.

…and flexible in terms of time

We trust you and give you the greatest possible freedom to organise yourself. This allows you to integrate your studies perfectly into your everyday life.

Use your own technology

Whether laptop, tablet, monitor or headset: the equipment for your job and your studies comes from us.

Invaluable work experience

Parallel to your studies you will become a fully integrated member of our team and gain invaluable work experience and confidence.

Enjoy our brand of social

We love spending time together. Whether it’s yoga, team events, brown bag lunches or partying—there is something for everyone.

World’s best colleagues

We give each other a leg-up when needed, and we collectively go beyond expectations.

Workshops—your voice counts!

We encourage regular exchange among Trainees and also with Executive Management. Attend and be heard—it’s simple!

Take your education to a new level

We fully finance your master’s degree (as a distance learning course) while you earn your money as a trainee.

Reach your destination sustainably

Germanys 9 euro ticket is history, we got the DeutschlandTicket for 7 €. You prefer to travel by bike? Then a Jobrad (bike leasing)might be the right choice. We offer many environmentally conscious options to be mobile both professionally and privately.

Shape your career

Enjoy the optimal combination between starting a career and funded distance learning. Tell us about your dream career and we will help you make it a reality.

…and flexible in terms of time

We trust you and give you the greatest possible freedom to organise yourself. This allows you to integrate your studies perfectly into your everyday life.

Use your own technology

Whether laptop, tablet, monitor or headset: the equipment for your job and your studies comes from us.

Invaluable work experience

Parallel to your studies you will become a fully integrated member of our team and gain invaluable work experience and confidence.

Enjoy our brand of social

We love spending time together. Whether it’s yoga, team events, brown bag lunches or partying—there is something for everyone.

World’s best colleagues

We give each other a leg-up when needed, and we collectively go beyond expectations.

Workshops—your voice counts!

We encourage regular exchange among Trainees and also with Executive Management. Attend and be heard—it’s simple!

Traineeship to Dream Career

The IU Traineeship way

Our way is about offering more choice. We listen to how people want to learn and gain valuable work experience. Then we work to cater exactly to that!

 

Learn more about our unique culture that supports our way.

Learn more

You know what you want!

You are ready for the next step in your career—Let’s make it happen!

Let’s go

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Opportunities

See our exciting traineeships.

  • Engineer
  • Developer
  • Sales
  • Lecturer

Traineeship FAQs

What does an IU Trainee Program look like?
Our Trainee Programs are 30 hours per week and include a Masters Degree in our distance learning program. Each trainee is an integral part of our team with personal responsibility, while earning a monthly salary and a Masters Degree financed by IU—pretty awesome!
How long does a Trainee program take?
Our Trainee programs run for two years.
How does the Trainee program work?
As a trainee you are an integral part of our team. From day one, you will take on responsible tasks and consolidate your knowledge in a specific area, e.g. HR, marketing, sales.
Which Masters Degree can I undertake during a trainee program?
You are free to choose—See the list of exciting Degrees we have on offer at www.iu-fernstudium.de —All costs for a120 ECTS Masters Degree are covered by us!