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Recap 05.11. Uni Career Fair „W&I Tag“

Looking for an internship, a thesis partner, or your first full-time job? Then mark your calendar for the W&I Tag 2025 — the big career fair for students of business and engineering at the University of Siegen!

Date: November 5, 2025
Time: 10:00 – 16:00
Location: Paul-Bonatz Campus, University of Siegen

The event is organized by the VWI Hochschulgruppe Siegen. Every year, they bring together dozens of companies and institutions eager to meet motivated students.


See the list of participating companies here.

Need Support at the Fair?

We’ll be there too — not as recruiters, but to help you!
👋 Meet the FIT Team from the International Office and the Career Service.

✅ Get tips for talking to employers
✅ Receive feedback on your CV
✅ Boost your confidence before networking

📍 Find us at booth 39 (lower tent)

We’re looking forward to seeing you at W&I Day 2025 — and helping you make the most of it!

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Recap 07.11.2025 – IHK Company Meet and Greet

On November 7th, students came together for the IHK(Chamber of Commerce and Industry) Company Meet and Greet event to connect with local employers and explore exciting career opportunities in the Siegen region. This networking session, organized in collaboration with IHK Siegen, provided an excellent platform for international students to get a firsthand look at the local job market and meet representatives from various companies.

Event Highlights:

  • Networking opportunities: Students had the chance to speak directly with company representatives in a relaxed, informal setting.

  • Insight into company cultures: Employers shared valuable information on the work environment, the skills and qualifications they look for in international candidates, and the hiring process in Germany.

  • Practical advice on job applications: Students received tips on how to tailor their CVs for the German job market, approach interviews, and highlight relevant soft skills.

  • Q&A session: Students could ask questions and receive personalized guidance on making a strong impression during job applications.

As the event wrapped up, students left feeling more confident about their job prospects and better equipped to navigate the German job market.

Overall, the IHK Company Meet and Greet offered an invaluable opportunity for students to build their professional networks and gain insights into what local employers expect from international talent. The event not only helped students make new connections but also gave them a clearer understanding of how to succeed in their career pursuits in Germany.

This event counted for 1 point in the category Career & Networking of the Employability Pass!

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13.12. De-stress your Studies (Stressmanagement) | FIT: Well-Being & Social Integration

Boost your well-being and self-efficacy with Mindful Self-Leadership. Student life can be challenging, this interactive workshop gives you practical tools to manage stress, build resilience and stay focused. You’ll learn simple mindfulness and movement exercises to recharge during the day and discover study routines that really work.💡🧘‍♀️

What’s included:
• Insights into student well-being
• Tools for stress, time and energy management
• Mindfulness and movement exercises
• Tips for sustainable study habits
• Exchange with other students

Counts for 3 Employability Pass points (Well-Being & Social Integration).

📅 Date: Saturday, 13 December 2025
🕘 Time: 09:00 – 16:00
📍 Room details will be communicated per Email

Location:

International Office – Universität Siegen
Sandstraße 16–18
57072 Siegen

Registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/workshop-de-stress-your-studies-tickets-1850624982139?aff=oddtdtcreator

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08.12. Workshop: Mindful Christmas Season | FIT: Well-Being & Social Integration

Learn how to feel more balanced and less overwhelmed this Christmas – with mindfulness, reflection, and community!

The holidays can be joyful – but also stressful, lonely, or overwhelming, especially when far from home or facing high expectations.

In this interactive workshop, you’ll explore how to care for your mental well-being during this season and beyond. Through mindfulness and practical self-care tools, you’ll learn to move through the holidays with more ease and kindness toward yourself.

💬 What to Expect:
🧘‍♀️ Gentle mindfulness & breathing exercises
💡 Tips to manage holiday stress and emotions
📝 Reflection prompts to focus on what matters most
🤝 Optional sharing in a supportive space
🎁 Simple tools to take home – no experience needed

📅 Date: Monday, 08 December 2025
🕘 Time: 13:00 – 16:30
📍 Room details will be communicated per Email

Registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/workshop-mindful-christmas-season-tickets-1849007865299?aff=oddtdtcreator

👉 This workshop counts for 3 points in the „Well-Being & Social Integration“ category of the Employability Pass!

Location:

International Office – Universität Siegen
Sandstraße 16–18
57072 Siegen

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Recap 01.12. Workshop: The Dos and Don’ts of Personal Branding on LinkedIn and XING | FIT: Soft Skills & Employability

On December 1st, 2025, participants gathered for a engaging workshop focused on personal branding, specifically how to craft an impactful and professional profile on LinkedIn and XING. The session was designed to provide students with practical insights and strategies for leveraging these platforms to enhance their online presence and boost career prospects.

Facilitated by expert social media strategist Lisa Müller, the workshop combined expert advice with hands-on activities, guiding students through the essential steps of creating and optimizing their personal brand on professional networking sites.

Highlights included:

✅ Optimizing LinkedIn and XING profiles: Participants learned how to improve their profile photos, headlines, and summaries to better highlight their skills and achievements.
✅ Building and expanding a professional network: The session emphasized strategies for connecting with the right people and maintaining meaningful relationships.
✅ Sharing the right content: Insights were given on what types of posts, articles, and interactions help establish credibility without being overly promotional.
✅ Avoiding common personal branding mistakes: Attendees learned what to avoid, such as unprofessional photos or irrelevant content that can damage their reputation.
✅ Maximizing the unique features of  LinkedIn: Practical tips were shared on how to use LinkedIn  effectively based on it’s distinct features and target audience.

Participants put the theory into practice immediately, refining their profiles and identifying specific steps to improve their online presence. By the end of the workshop, attendees left with a clearer understanding of how to brand themselves professionally, an enhanced profile on both platforms, and actionable steps to make a stronger impact in the job market.

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

 

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

From December 1 to December 15, 2025, participants had the opportunity to take part in the self-study course “Change Competence – Navigating Change Effectively”, designed to provide practical knowledge while enabling independent and flexible learning.

Through a combination of structured learning modules, practical exercises, and reflection tasks, participants were able to work through the content at their own pace and apply what they learned directly. The course focused not only on knowledge acquisition but also on the sustainable development of individual competencies.

Highlights of the self-study course:

✅ Flexible, location-independent learning at an individual pace

✅ Practice-oriented tasks for direct application of the content

✅ Strengthening self-organization and independent learning skills

✅ Opportunities for individual reflection and deeper engagement with key topics

✅ Sustainable competence development through self-directed learning

Participants gained valuable experience in self-directed learning and were able to further develop their skills in a targeted way.
The course was offered by the Career Service as part of the FIT project.

Outlook

There will also be another opportunity to participate in a self-study course in summer semester 2026. Further information on content, structure, and registration will be published on our website soon.

Take a look at the other offers of the Career Service here.

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

On November 28, 2025, international students joined the interactive session “Culture & Cake – A Sweet Dive into Germany” to explore key aspects of German culture in a relaxed and engaging setting.

The session combined practical insights into cultural norms with open discussion and exchange. Participants explored everyday behaviors, communication styles, and social expectations in Germany—while also experiencing one of the country’s most beloved traditions: enjoying coffee and cake together.

Highlights of the session:

✅ Exploring key aspects of German communication styles and social norms

✅ Understanding the role of rules, structure, and efficiency in daily life

✅ Learning how to avoid common intercultural misunderstandings

✅ Experiencing the German tradition of coffee and cake in a social setting

✅ Sharing personal experiences and connecting with other international students

The session provided a welcoming space for participants to ask questions, reflect on their experiences, and gain practical insights into navigating everyday life in Germany. Through both discussion and informal exchange, students were able to deepen their cultural understanding and feel more confident in their new environment.

Outlook

Further intercultural sessions and opportunities for exchange will continue to be offered. Stay tuned for upcoming events to further explore life and culture in Germany.

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

📅 Datum: 24. November – 08. Dezember 2025 (Selbstlernphase)

Vom 24.11.-08.12.2025 hatten Teilnehmende die Möglichkeit am Selbstlernkurs Veränderungskompetenz teilzunehmen, der darauf ausgerichtet war, ihnen praxisnahes Wissen zu vermitteln und eigenständiges, flexibles Lernen zu ermöglichen.

Durch eine Kombination aus strukturierten Lernmodulen, praktischen Übungen und Reflexionsaufgaben konnten die Teilnehmenden die Inhalte in ihrem eigenen Tempo erarbeiten und direkt anwenden. Dabei lag der Fokus nicht nur auf der Wissensvermittlung, sondern auch auf der nachhaltigen Entwicklung individueller Kompetenzen.

Highlights des Selbstlernkurses:

✅ Flexibles, ortsunabhängiges Lernen im eigenen Tempo

✅ Praxisorientierte Aufgaben zur direkten Anwendung der Inhalte

✅ Förderung von Selbstorganisation und eigenverantwortlichem Lernen

✅ Möglichkeit zur individuellen Reflexion und Vertiefung zentraler Themen

✅ Nachhaltiger Kompetenzaufbau durch eigenständige Bearbeitung der Module

Die Teilnehmenden konnten wertvolle Erfahrungen im selbstgesteuerten Lernen sammeln und ihre Fähigkeiten gezielt weiterentwickeln.
Der Kurs wurde vom Career Service für das FIT Projekt durchgeführt.

Ausblick

Auch im Sommersemester 2026 wird es wieder die Möglichkeit geben, an einem Selbstlernkurs teilzunehmen. Weitere Informationen zu Inhalten, Ablauf und Anmeldung folgen in Kürze auf unserer Website.

Schaut euch auch die weiteren Angebote des Career Service hier an.

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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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