Category: III. Soft Skills & Employability

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11.07.2026 | Workshop: How to Build a Network for you First Job in Germany | FIT: Soft Skills & Employability

Job search strategies and career development

📅 Date: 11.07.2026
🕐 Time: 9:00 – 17:00
📍 Room details will be communicated per email a few days prior to the workshop.

Ready to connect and build the foundation for your future? Join us and take the first step towards a successful career in Germany!

This interactive workshop will guide you through effective strategies for networking, using platforms like LinkedIn, and connecting with potential employers while you’re still studying. you’ll also learn how to integrate online and offline networking techniques, build meaningful professional relationships, and leverage them for your future job search.

✅What you’ll learn:

✅ How to use LinkedIn and other business networks effectively during your              studies
✅ Simple strategies to create lasting relationships with future employers
✅ How to combine online profiles with offline networking to increase your                chances of getting hired
✅ Insights into the Life/Work Planning method for connecting with your                   target industry
✅ Practical tips for using coffee dates and unsolicited applications to                         kickstart your career
✅ How to strengthen your employability by strategically networking early

📌Don’t miss out on this opportunity to start building your professional network now and set yourself up for career success after graduation.

Trainer

Britta Bollermann is a Career Consultant and Coach (IHK/DGTA). Since 2015, she has been supporting graduates and career changers in accessing the hidden job market. Her approach combines social media–based job searching with the Life/Work Planning method by Richard Nelson Bolles. She delivers seminars and workshops across Germany, helping participants strengthen their professional profiles and build confidence in networking and self-marketing.

This event counts for 2 point in the category „Soft skills and Employability“ of the Employability Pass!

 

Registration:

Registration period starts 01.06.2026 – registration will be available here!

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15.05.2026 | Employability Training | FIT: Soft Skills & Employability

📅 Date: Friday, 15 May 2026
🕘 Time: 16:00-20:00
📍 Location: Room details will be communicated per Email to all participants  a few days prior tot he Workshop

Ready to level up your career readiness? Join us for the Employability  Training, an interactive workshop designed to help you understand your current skills, reflect on your professional strengths, and take practical steps toward career growth. This session provides hands-on guidance and self-assessment exercises to prepare you for the job market with confidence.

✅ What to expect:
✅ Assess your current employability profile and career readiness
✅ Identify your key strengths and areas for improvement
✅ Reflect on personal, interpersonal, and subject-related competencies
✅ Understand workplace skills relevant to your target industry
✅ Learn how to align your skills with job market expectations
✅ Take practical steps to enhance your career growth

About the facilitator:
Manuel Löffler is a team development and leadership consultant with extensive international experience. With a background in environmental sciences, human resources, and organizational development, Alex has worked with businesses of all sizes, from NGOs to major corporations. His approach blends clarity with kindness, making every training session both enjoyable and impactful.

🎓As part of the Employability Pass!, the event also contributes 2 points in the category Soft Skills & Employability.

Registration:
Registration period starts on April 1st – registration will be available here! 

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16.05.26 Workshop: Job Hunt Boot Camp | FIT: Soft Skills & Employability

📅 Date: Saturday, 16 May 2025
🕘 Time: 09:00 – 14:00
📍 Room details will be communicated per email a few days before the workshop

Ready to level up your job search? Join us for the Job Hunt Boot Camp, a hands-on workshop designed to provide you with the practical skills you need to stand out in today’s competitive job market. Whether you’re looking to refine your CV, ace an interview, or build your personal brand, this workshop will set you up for success. You’ll learn from experts, get personalized feedback, and practice key skills in real-life scenarios.

✅ What to expect:
✅ Practical tips for crafting a standout CV and building a personal brand
✅ Role-play exercises to practice interviews and presentations
✅ Group work focused on improving communication and teamwork skills
✅ Personalized feedback on your CV from experienced facilitators
✅ Analysis of actual job postings to tailor your applications effectively
✅ Develop essential self-leadership, critical thinking, and goal-setting strategies

Note:
📝 Bring a job posting you’re interested in, and we’ll help you tailor your application to stand out.
💼 If you have your CV ready, get personalized feedback to improve it during the session.
🌐 Join an online follow-up session to continue refining your job search and share progress with peers.

Trainer:
Manuel Löffler – International team development and leadership consultant with extensive experience in environmental sciences, HR, and organizational development. Alex’s approach blends clarity with empathy, ensuring each session is both engaging and valuable.

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

Registration:
Registration period starts on April 6 – registration will be available here! 

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11.+12.06.2026 | Workshop: German Work Culture | FIT: Soft Skills & Employability

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Professional Behavior, Communication & Intercultural Competence

This workshop consists of two consecutive session.

Room details will be communicated per Email a few days before the event

First Session

📅 Date: Thursday, 11 June 2026
🕘 Time: 14:00-18:00h

Second Session

📅 Date: Friday, 12 June 2026
🕘 Time: 09:00-13:00h

Are you ready to confidently navigate German workplace culture and make a strong professional impression? This interactive workshop helps international students understand the unspoken rules, communication styles, and expectations in the German business environment. Gain practical tools to act professionally in meetings, communicate clearly, and build meaningful connections in your studies and future career.

In this practical session, you will:
✅ Understand key behaviors and expectations in German business life
✅ Improve your communication skills for meetings and everyday work situations
✅ Learn how to present yourself confidently through body language and professional appearance
✅ Get familiar with business dress codes and dining etiquette
✅ Practice small talk and effective networking strategies
✅ Develop intercultural competence for working in diverse teams
✅ Learn how to handle feedback and criticism constructively

📌 This session includes:
Interactive exercises, role plays, and real-life scenarios to practice professional communication and workplace behavior. You will reflect on cultural differences, simulate workplace situations, and develop strategies to confidently apply what you’ve learned in your academic and professional life.

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

Registration:

Registration period starts on May 1st - registration will be available here!

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31.07.26 | Workshop: Strategic Job Search | FIT: Soft Skills & Employability

Where to Find Jobs and How to Choose the Right Company

📅 Date: Friday, 31 July 2026
🕘 Time: 13:00-16:00
📍 Location: Room details will be communicated per Email a few days to the event

Are you ready to navigate the German job market and find your ideal employer? This workshop will guide you through the essential strategies for a successful job search in Germany, from understanding how positions are filled to utilizing the right channels to build meaningful connections. Get hands-on advice and learn to tailor your approach to the specific needs of the German job market.

In this practical session, you will:
✅ Discover the most popular job portals and social media platforms used in Germany
✅ Understand how positions are typically filled and which channels recruiters rely on
✅ Learn the importance of networking and personal contacts in the German job market
✅ Get inspired with new networking strategies and methods to meet the right people

📌 This session includes:
Practical exercises like reflecting on your personal contacts, networking tips, and hands-on activities to research companies both digitally and at job fairs. You’ll also get the chance to explore company websites for insights into their vision, mission, and achievements.

Trainer:
Sandra Bolesch holds an MSc in Business Administration and specializes in HR and Labor Law. With extensive HR experience, she now coaches international students on navigating the German job market and leads workshops at universities like Freie Universität Berlin and Universität Mannheim.

🎓As part of the Employability Pass, the event also contributes 2 points in the category Soft Skills & Employability.

Registration:

Registration period starts on June 15 – registration will be available here! 

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31.08.-14.09.26 |Selbstlernkurs – Die Future Skill Resilienz| FIT: Soft Skills & Employability

Stark & belastbar in der Arbeitswelt von morgen

📅 Datum: Mo., 31.08. – Mo., 14.09.2026 (Selbstlernphase)
🕐 Optionaler Workshop: Fr., 18.09.2026, 10:00–12:00 Uhr
📍 Ort: Online (Moodle) / tba

Möchtest du deine Fähigkeit stärken, mit Stress, Veränderungen und Herausforderungen im Studium oder im Berufsleben konstruktiv umzugehen? Dann ist dieser Kurs genau das Richtige für dich.

  • Entwickle Resilienz als wichtige Zukunftskompetenz für Studium und Beruf
  • Reflektiere deine persönlichen Ressourcen und lerne praktische Strategien für den Umgang mit belastenden Situationen

👉 Weitere Informationen sowie den Anmeldelink findest du hier auf der Seite des Career Service.

Hinweis: Dieser Kurs findet auf Deutsch statt, Deutschkenntnisse auf B2-Niveau werden vorausgesetzt. Den englischsprachigen Kurs findest du hier.

Dieser Kurs wird vom Career Service im Rahmen des FIT-Programms „career competence Awareness Workshops (c2AW)” angeboten. Die c2AW-Reihe leistet einen wichtigen Beitrag zur Verknüpfung persönlicher Kompetenzprofile von Studierenden mit arbeitsmarktbezogenen Anforderungen in Deutschland.

Diese Veranstaltung wird mit 3 Punkten in der Kategorie „Soft Skills und Employability“ für den Employability Pass angerechnet.

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07.-21.09.26 |Self-study course Future Skill Resilience | FIT: Soft Skills & Employability

Strong and resilient in tomorrow’s working world!

📅 Date: Mon, September 7 – Mon, September 21, 2026 (self-study phase)
🕐 Optional reflection workshop: Fri, September 25, 2026, 10:00–12:00
📍 Location: Online (Moodle)

Are you looking to strengthen your ability to deal with stress, change, and challenges in your studies or future career? Then this course is designed for you.

  • Understand and develop resilience as a key future skill for academic and professional life
  • Reflect on your personal resources and learn practical strategies for handling stressful situations

👉 Find more details and the registration link on the Career Service website here.

Please note: This workshop is also offered in German. Check it out here.

This course is offered by the Career Service as part of the FIT programme “career competence Awareness Workshops (c2AW)”. The c2AW series contributes significantly to linking students’ personal competence profiles with job-related requirements in Germany.

This event counts for 3 points in the category “Soft skills and Employability” of the Employability Pass!

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08.05.26 | Stärken sichtbar machen – Schärfe Dein Bewerberprofil für den Arbeitsmarkt | FIT: Soft Skills & Employability

📅 Datum: Fr., 08.05.2026
🕐 Uhrzeit: 10:00–16:00 Uhr
📍 Ort: tba

Du suchst aktuell einen Job, arbeitest an deinen Bewerbungsunterlagen oder bereitest dich auf ein Vorstellungsgespräch vor? Dann ist dieser Workshop genau das Richtige für dich.

  • Erkenne und formuliere deine Stärken im Hinblick auf konkrete Jobprofile
  • Optimiere deine Bewerbungsstrategie und gewinne mehr Orientierung für deine Karriere

👉 Weitere Informationen sowie den Anmeldelink findest du hier auf der Seite des Career Service.

Hinweis: Dieser Kurs findet auf Deutsch statt, Deutschkenntnisse auf B2-Niveau werden vorausgesetzt. Den englischsprachigen Workshop findest du hier.

Dieser Workshop wird vom Career Service im Rahmen des FIT-Programms „career competence Awareness Workshops (c2AW)” angeboten. Die c2AW-Reihe leistet einen wichtigen Beitrag zur Verknüpfung persönlicher Kompetenzprofile von Studierenden mit arbeitsmarktbezogenen Anforderungen in Deutschland.

Diese Veranstaltung wird mit 3 Punkten in der Kategorie „Soft Skills und Employability“ für den Employability Pass angerechnet.

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29.05.26 |Make your Strengths Visible – Your Job Profile as Key to the Job Market | FIT: Soft Skills & Employability

📅 Date: Friday, May 29, 2026
🕐 Time: 10:00–16:00
📍 Location: tba

Are you currently looking for a job, working on your application documents, or preparing for an interview? Then this workshop is designed for you.

  • Identify and articulate your strengths and how they match job profiles
  • Improve your application strategy and gain clearer career orientation

👉 Find more details and the registration link on the Career Service website here.

Please note: This workshop is also offered in German. Check it out here.

This workshop is offered by the Career Service as part of the FIT programme “career competence Awareness Workshops (c2AW)”. The c2AW series contributes significantly to linking students’ personal competence profiles with job-related requirements in Germany.

This event counts for 3 points in the category „Soft skills and Employability“ of the Employability Pass!

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14.04.2026| Online Workshop: AI in Job Applications | FIT: Soft Skills & Employability

ChatGPT & Co.: How to Use Artificial Intelligence for Your Applications

 

📅 Date: 14.04.2026
🕐 Time: 13:00 – 16:00
📍 Online: Link will be sent per email a few days prior to the workshop.

Are you ready to revolutionize your job application process with AI? In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how to use modern AI tools like ChatGPT to make your CV, cover letter, and interview preparation more effective and tailored. you’ll also discover how to make the most of AI to create authentic, precise, and impactful applications for the German job market.

💡 What you’ll learn:
✅ How to use ChatGPT and other AI tools to optimize your CV and cover letter
✅ Step-by-step techniques for creating a strong, personalized application
✅ The right prompts: How to ask AI the right questions for the best results
✅ How to match your profile with job listings to stand out
✅ Realistic mock interviews with AI to help you prepare for the real thing

Who should attend?
🎯 Students from all fields who want to prepare efficiently and individually for the job market, using the latest AI tools to enhance their applications.

🔔 Please note: To participate in this workshop, you will need a camera and a microphone in the Zoom meeting. You are also welcome to bring your résumé, a job posting, or your LinkedIn profile.

Trainer: Tanja Herrmann-Hurtzig
With over 30 years of experience as an HR Director, Tanja Herrmann-Hurtzig brings a sharp, professional perspective that is essential for successful career development and the application process. In her coaching, she works closely with clients to define a job profile that truly fits their strengths and career goals.

Don’t miss this opportunity to use AI to take your applications to the next level—boost your confidence and increase your chances of success.

This event counts for 2 points in the category „Soft skills and Employability“ of the Employability Pass!

Sign up here!    

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