Scholarships
Deutsch plus Beruf

 

Improve your German and discover exciting professions in Germany!

Would you like to improve your German, meet young people from all over the world and visit German companies? Then apply now for a scholarship for the 3-week Deutsch plus Beruf course in Germany!

WHO CAN TAKE PART?

High school students who:

• are 16 to 19 years old
• can speak German to at least B1 level
• have an interest in STEM professions

TIME AND PLACE

When?
July 27–August 16, 2025
Where?
Germany, Heilbronn
Accommodation: Heilbronn Youth Hostel
Learning: Bildungscampus Heilbronn

PROGRAM

2 week language course (Goethe-Institut Schwäbisch Hall)

• German for your career
• Communication in everyday working life

1 week company visits & career orientation

• Visit exciting companies in the Heilbronn-Franken region
• Gain insights into professions in the MINT sector
• Get to know your own strengths and interests better
• Make initial contacts for the future

You will be accompanied by experienced supervisors during the entire time.


COSTS
Full scholarship from the Dieter Schwarz Foundation - that means:
All costs are covered!

• Course fees
• Accommodation & meals
• Travel expenses
• Leisure program
• Small pocket money

HOW TO APPLY
Create a short video (max. 1 minute) in which you explain in German:

• Why do you want to take part in the course?
• Which scientific or technical professions do you find exciting?
• What would you like to learn during your time in Germany?

Important:
Be creative - the video should only show you.
Your video will not be published or passed on. It will only be used to select participants.

Send your application video (MOV, MPEG, WMV) and your completed application form to teacherservice-chicago@goethe.de by 02.03.2025. You will receive a response by the end of March 2025.
 


We wish you lots of fun and success!