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01.12.-15.12. Self-Study Course Change Competence – Develop the Ability to Cope with Change

📅 Date: December 01–15 2025 (self-study phase)
🕒 Time: Flexible 
📍 Platform: Moodle (link & registration key to follow)
📘 3 EP-Points

💡 Self-study Course: Change Competence

How do you personally deal with change? Can you adapt flexibly, act creatively, and let go of old habits when needed? Employers increasingly value these abilities, as change competence is now considered a key future skill across social, organizational, and personal levels.

This self-study course gives you the chance to explore your own change competence and reflect on how you already use it in your studies and career.

What to expect:
✅ Understand what change competence (or change intelligence) really means
✅ Explore the phases and roles that change processes go through
✅ Reflect on your personal experiences and feelings about change
✅ Recognize your own resources for dealing successfully with change in academic and professional contexts

✨ Optional Reflection Workshop
📅 Date: December 19, 2025
🕒 Time: 10:00 – 12:00
📍 Location: [Room to follow]
Here, you’ll exchange insights and questions with other participants and connect your learnings to your career prospects in more depth.

🌐 Language: English (German version available at career.uni-siegen.de)
📚 Workload: Self-study phase 2–3 hours + optional reflection workshop 2 hours.

🎓 As part of the Employability Pass, the event also contributes 3 points in the category Soft Skills & Employability.

Registration:
Please register at bianca.geurden@uni-siegen.de

For more information please visit Career Service – Self-study course.

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28.11. Intercultural Session: Culture & Cake – A Sweet Dive into Germany FIT: Welcome & Orientation

📅 Date: Friday, 28 November 2025
🕘 Time: 15:00 – 17:30
📍Room details will be communicated per Email

Ever wondered about German eating and specially cake-eating habits? Why Germans are so direct? Or why punctuality is such a big deal? Adapting to a new culture can be confusing, but understanding local food habits and behaviors makes life much easier and much more enjoyable!

In this interactive session on Culture & Cake – a sweet dive into Germany, we’ll explore:

✅ Key aspects of German communication and social norms

✅ The importance of rules, structure, and efficiency in daily life in German culture

✅ How to avoid common misunderstandings and adapt smoothly

✅ The German way of enjoying coffee and cake

🎯 Who can join?
International students who want to understand German culture better and navigate everyday situations with more ease.

Join us for an engaging discussion, a coffee and cake break and share your own experiences!

This event counts for 1 point in the category „Welcome & Orientation“ of the Employability Pass!

Sign up here!

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Recap: Workshop Time Management | FIT: Well-Being & Social Integration

On Friday, October 10, 2025, international students came together to explore how to manage time more effectively, balance priorities, and boost productivity — all while maintaining well-being.

Through a mix of interactive exercises, group discussions, and personal reflection, participants gained valuable insights into their own habits and challenges. They learned how to set realistic goals, align tasks with personal values, and develop strategies to stay focused and organized in their academic and personal lives.

Highlights included:
✅ Identifying time management pitfalls and how to overcome them
✅ Building personalized schedules and tools for better balance
✅ Discovering ways to reduce procrastination and increase motivation
✅ Sharing experiences and learning from peers

Participants left the session feeling more confident, focused, and equipped with practical tools to take control of their time and thrive under pressure.

👉 This workshop counted for 3 points in the “Well-Being & Social Integration” category of the Employability Pass.

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24.11.-08.12. Deutscher Selbstlernkurs Veränderungskompetenz – Mit Wandel kompetent umgehen

📅 Datum: 24. November – 08. Dezember 2025 (Selbstlernphase)
🕒 Zeit: flexibel 
📍 Ort: Moodle (Link & Einschreibeschlüssel folgen)

💡 Selbstlernkurs: Veränderungskompetenz – Mit Wandel kompetent umgehen

Wie gehst du mit Veränderungen um? Kannst du flexibel reagieren, alte Gewohnheiten loslassen und kreative Lösungen finden? Genau diese Fähigkeiten gehören zu den zentralen Future Skills, die in Studium und Beruf zunehmend gefragt sind.

In diesem Selbstlernkurs setzt du dich intensiv mit deiner persönlichen Veränderungskompetenz auseinander und reflektierst, wie du bereits jetzt mit Wandel umgehst und welche Stärken du dafür mitbringst.

Was dich erwartet:
✅ Verstehe, was Veränderungskompetenz bzw. Veränderungsintelligenz bedeutet
✅ Erkenne typische Phasen und Rollen in Veränderungsprozessen
✅ Reflektiere deine persönliche Haltung gegenüber Wandel und Umbrüchen
✅ Entwickle ein Gespür dafür, wie du Veränderungen im Studium und Beruf erfolgreich meisterst

✨ Optionaler Reflexionsworkshop
📅 Datum: 12. Dezember 2025
🕒 Uhrzeit: 10:00 – 12:00
📍 Ort: [Raum folgt]
Hier kannst du deine Erkenntnisse mit anderen Teilnehmenden austauschen und deine Ideen mit deinen beruflichen Perspektiven verknüpfen.

🌐 Sprache: Deutsch (Niveau B2 erforderlich)
Eine englischsprachige Version findest du auf en.career.uni-siegen.de.

📚 Workload: Selbstlernphase 2–3 Stunden + optionaler Reflexionsworkshop 2 Stunden

🎓 Im Rahmen des Employability Pass werden für die Teilnahme 3 Punkte in der Kategorie Soft Skills & Employability angerechnet.

Mehr Informationen: Career Service – Selbstlernkurs

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Recap 21.11. Workshop: Your Career in Germany – Entering the German Job Market | FIT: Soft Skills & Employability

 

On November 21, 2025, participants attended an interactive seminar designed to help them understand and navigate the German job market — beyond simply searching for job ads.

Through a mix of practical input, guided exercises, and group discussion, participants explored what makes the German job market unique and how to prepare strong, targeted applications. They gained insights into employer expectations, reflected on their own competencies, and learned how to present their skills convincingly in application documents.

Highlights included:

✅ Understanding the structure and characteristics of the German job market

✅ Learning how to read and analyze job advertisements to tailor applications effectively

✅ Exploring professional networking strategies and the potential of speculative applications

✅ Reflecting on personal strengths and experiences to build a convincing applicant profile

✅ Understanding how to structure a strong CV for the German job market

✅ Learning about additional documents often required in Germany and how digital recruiting tools (e.g., ATS systems) influence applications

Participants left the workshop with a clearer understanding of how to approach their job search in Germany, along with practical strategies for researching employers, building networks, and creating professional, targeted application documents.

🎓 As part of the Employability Pass, this workshop contributed 2 points in the category Soft Skills & Employability.

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Recap 15.11. Workshop: Employability – Job Hunt Boot Camp | FIT: Soft Skills & Employability

On 15 November 2025, students participated in a hands-on, in-person Job Hunt Boot Camp designed to boost their employability skills through practical challenges and peer interaction. The workshop combined brief expert inputs, self-reflection, peer feedback, and group activities to build strong foundations in key professional competencies.

Facilitators guided participants through realistic scenarios such as job interviews and workplace challenges, helping them develop self-leadership, critical thinking, and goal-setting strategies.

Highlights included:
✅ Practical advice on writing a CV and building a personal brand
✅ Role-play exercises for interviews and presentations
✅ Group work to strengthen communication and teamwork skills
✅ Personalized feedback on participants’ CVs
✅ Analysis of real job postings to tailor job applications effectively
✅ Developing self-leadership, critical thinking, and goal-setting skills

Participants were encouraged to bring job postings they were interested in, enabling them to analyze and discuss how to tailor their applications with their peers. Those who brought their CVs received individual feedback.

To help sustain the momentum and reinforce learning, students had the opportunity to take part in an online follow-up session where they could reflect on their application processes, share experiences, and receive further tailored feedback.

Points: As part of the Employability Pass, attending this workshop awarded participants 2 points in the Soft Skills & Employability category.

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Recap – 14.11. Workshop: Employability Assessment Training | FIT: Soft Skills & Employability

On November 14, 2025, participants attended an interactive in-person workshop designed to help them assess and strengthen their personal employability profile.

Led by employability and personal development expert Manuel Löffler, the session offered a mix of expert input, guided reflection, and collaborative exercises to support students in understanding their strengths, competencies, and development needs.

Highlights included:
✅ Assessing one’s current employability profile and identifying relevant strengths and areas for improvement
✅ Reflecting on personal, interpersonal, and professional competencies
✅ Learning which skills and attributes are especially valued in different industries
✅ Understanding how to align one’s individual profile with career goals
✅ Defining practical steps to further develop key competencies and boost employability

Participants immediately put their insights into action — from evaluating their current skill set to identifying concrete development steps for their future careers. By the end of the workshop, students left with greater self-awareness, practical strategies, and renewed confidence to strengthen their employability profile and move forward in their professional journey.

As a follow-up, participants are invited to a feedback session to receive individualized input based on their self-assessments.

🎓 As part of the Employability Pass, this workshop contributed 2 points in the category Soft Skills & Employability.

 

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Recap 14.+15.11. Deutscher Workshop: Deine Heldenreise – Entdecke deine Stärken & Fähigkeiten für den Beruf | Ein kreativer Workshop

Dieser Workshop wurde vom Career Service organisiert.

In diesem zweitägigen kreativen Workshop setzten sich die Teilnehmenden intensiv mit ihren persönlichen Stärken, Fähigkeiten und beruflichen Perspektiven auseinander. Durch interaktive Übungen wurde sichtbar, welche Kompetenzen sie bereits im Studienalltag erfolgreich nutzen und wie diese zu gefragten Future Skills passen.

Die Gruppe lernte unterschiedliche Berufsprofile kennen, verglich diese mit dem eigenen Kompetenzprofil und gewann so mehr Klarheit über mögliche berufliche Richtungen. Am zweiten Tag wurde die individuelle „Heldenreise“ schließlich kreativ auf einer Leinwand umgesetzt – ganz ohne künstlerische Vorkenntnisse, nur mit Neugier und Abenteuerlust.

Der Workshop bot:

  • Erkenntnisse über persönliche Stärken und Fähigkeiten

  • Verständnis für wichtige Future Skills

  • Orientierung durch verschiedene Berufsprofile

  • Konkrete nächste Schritte für die eigene berufliche Entwicklung

Die Teilnahme wird mit 3 Punkten im Employability Pass (Kategorie: Soft Skills & Employability) angerechnet.

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Recap Online Workshop: Get Your Dream Job in Germany – Successful Job Search and Application | FIT: Soft Skills & Employability

Application on table.

On October 8, 2025, participants joined an interactive online workshop to gain practical insights into the German job market and learn how to stand out in the application process.

Led by Julia Barden, psychologist and experienced HR professional, the session combined expert input with hands-on exercises to help students confidently approach their job search in Germany.

Highlights included:
✅ Understanding how to find and evaluate suitable job openings
✅ Analyzing job ads to identify key requirements and tailor applications
✅ Writing a structured and convincing cover letter
✅ Designing a professional CV for the German job market
✅ Optimizing LinkedIn profiles for better visibility and networking

Participants immediately applied what they learned — from finding a fitting job offer to drafting a customized application.

By the end of the workshop, students walked away with greater clarity, practical tools, and confidence to navigate the German application process successfully.

🎓 As part of the Employability Pass, the event also contributed 3 points in the category Soft Skills & Employability.

 

Featured image by Biljana Jovanovic.

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Recap – 07.+08.11. Your Hero’s Journey – Discover your strengths and skills for your career | A creative workshop

This workshop was organized by the Career Service – check them out!

During this two-day workshop, participants explored their personal strengths, skills, and career interests. Through interactive exercises, they identified the competencies they already use in everyday situations and learned how these align with future-oriented job profiles.

A key focus was recognizing individual potential and connecting it to suitable career paths. On the second day, everyone transformed their personal “hero’s journey” into a creative canvas—no artistic skills required.

The workshop offered:

  • Clarity about personal strengths and career goals

  • Insights into future-relevant skills

  • Orientation toward job profiles that match one’s competence profile

  • Concrete next steps for career planning

An optional reflection session will take place on December 21, 2025, to continue the development process.

The event also counted for 3 Employability Pass points (Soft Skills & Employability category).