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International Coffee Break

May 5 to 15, 2025, 1-2 p.m., Tulla Hall (Building 11.40)

The International Coffee Breaks are the perfect place for students who want to go abroad and for international students who want to arrive in Karlsruhe.

Adventure abroad? Gather information about exchange programs and stays abroad, make contacts with like-minded people and find out how to get from KIT to the rest of the world.

Adventure Karlsruhe? We will help you settle into your new city, put you in touch with important contacts at KIT and show you the opportunities that Karlsruhe has to offer.

Drop by at the International Coffee Breaks - without obligation, free of charge and a nice cup of coffee or a tea on top!

Dates

Monday, May 5, 2025

Career Service CV Check: Have your CV checked for applications (internship, working student, job)

Are you attending the KIT Career Fair and want to update your CV? Or do you want to apply for an internship or job in Germany and are unsure about what really matters in applications? Then come to our CV check and give your documents the final touch. 

Location: Tulla-Halle (11.40)
Organized by: Career Service
For whom? International students and PhD students

 

Meet the Foreigners' Registration Office: Drop by and ask your questions regarding residence permits, visa extensions, and registration procedures in Germany
During this session, a representative from the Foreigners’ Registration Office will be available to provide important information and guidance on residence permits, visa extensions, and registration procedures in Germany. You will have the opportunity to ask questions, clarify any doubts, and receive practical advice on legal requirements for international students and residents. 
Location: Geb.11.40, R231
Organized by: Foreigners’ Registration Office Karlsruhe
For whom? International students, PhD students and International Scholars
 

Tuesday, May 6, 2025

Meet the Central Student Advisory Service (ZSB) of KIT: Learn how to benefit from the Central Advisory Service and bring all your questions!
We are the first point of contact at KIT for those interested in studying and those already studying at KIT concerning all questions regarding your current or future studies. It doesn't matter what your concerns and questions are, our well-trained advisors will always offer a sympathetic ear and make time for you. If your concerns are not directly a part of our portfolio, we can still offer help in guiding you through the so-called jungle of advisory and guidance offers at KIT and beyond. 
Location: Tulla-Halle (11.40)
Organized by: ZSB am KIT
For whom? Students
 

Wednesday, May 7, 2025

European Mobility Programs (Information booths): Get ideas for your stay abroad!
Learn all about European mobility programs and funding opportunities: Franco-German double degree programs, EPICUR, Eucor and Erasmus+
Location: Tulla-Halle (11.40) 
Organized by: International Affairs (INTL) 
For whom? Students
 
In Focus today - Erasmus+ Exchange Program: Find out everything you need to know about Erasmus+ and get inspiration for your studies abroad
Questions about Erasmus+? Our experts are available to answer all your questions and help you plan your semester abroad.
Location: Building 11.40, R231 
Organized by: International Affairs (INTL)
For whom? Students 
 

Thursday, May 8, 2025

European Mobility Programs (Information booths): Get ideas for your stay abroad!
Learn all about European mobility programs and funding opportunities: Franco-German double degree programs, EPICUR, Eucor and Erasmus+
Location: Tulla-Halle (11.40) 
Organized by: International Affairs (INTL) 
For whom? Students
 
In Focus today - EUCOR Program: Find out everything you need to know about the opportunities offered by the EUCOR campus with partners in the Rhine region: University of Strasbourg, University of Colmar Mulhouse, University of Basel
In the Upper Rhine region, the universities of Basel, Freiburg, Haute-Alsace and Strasbourg as well as the KIT form the tri-national university network Eucor - The European Campus. At the event there will be a: 
  • Short presentation on Eucor and the mobility offer with the universities in FR, CH, D 
  • Field report by a student 
  • Information stand: Opportunity for advice and exchange over coffee and tea
Location: Building 11.40, R115 
Organized by: International Affairs (INTL)
For whom? Students, PhD students, interested parties who would like to gain experience abroad but want to stay in the region. For students who want to speak / learn French, combination with other exchange programs possible.   
 

Friday, May 9, 2025

Impulse Workshop Intercultural Competences (HoC): Come along and strengthen your intercultural skills! (free 45-minute workshop)
Location: Tulla-Halle (11.40) 
For whom? Students
 
Meet the House of Competence KIT: Learn how you can benefit from the HoC's soft skills courses
Location: Building 11.40, R231 
Organized by: House of Competence (HoC)
For whom? all KIT students
 

Monday, May 12, 2025

Internship abroad – why not? Learn more about funding and programs worldwide.
 

In focus: Get helpful information about internships abroad worldwide with Erasmus+. Let yourself be inspired by a testimonial! Meet university groups offering internships and research stays (e.g., AIESEC) and learn more about the IStO's offerings for research stays in the USA.

Location: Tulla-Halle (11.40)
Organized by: KOOR HKA, INTL IStO
For whom? Students
 

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Study and more Information booths! We show you what KIT has to offer beyond studies
Career Service: Advantages of the program “Study, stay, succeed in Karlsruhe”;  
AStA International: Meet representatives of the student body, learn more about the political role of students at KIT and how you can get involved;  
Student Health Lab: Take part in the health quiz; University Sports: There is something to win here;  
MINT-Kolleg, Language Center, Studienkolle
 International Student Center of the Studierendenwerk: Services, Trips and Kulturscheckheft 
FORUM Looking beyond Your Professional Boundaries: Enter the Dialogue between Science, Technology and Society 
Location: Tulla-Halle (11.40) 
Organized by: Various institutions of the KIT
For whom? (international) students
 
Doing your doctorate at KIT: Information about the doctorate at KIT
The decision to pursue a doctorate raises many questions: What are the admission requirements? What types of PhDs are available? How do I find a topic? Who will supervise me? As the central institution for early-career support, Karlsruhe House of Young Scientists (KHYS) is the point of contact for advising prospective and current doctoral candidates at KIT. This talk provides an overview of all information related to the doctorate at KIT, including the necessary formal steps that are important before, during, and at the end of your doctorate, and also informs about funding programs offered by KHYS. 
Location: Building 11.40, R214
Organized by: Karlsruhe House of Young Scientists (KHYS) 
For whom? all students of the KIT
 

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

International Buddy Program: Karlsruhe for newcomers
Leisure opportunities in the city and the region. Here you can find new ideas, networks and friendships. You can expect a short presentation on the International Buddy Program and lots of games about Karlsruhe and community building 
 
Location: Tulla-Halle (11.40)
Organized by: INTL Buddy Program
For whom? International students
Ask me anything for international degree seeking students: We are happy to answer all your questions from the start of your studies to graduation.
The Welcome & Integration Team (IStO) and the Admissions Team (IStO) are happy to answer questions from international students who have been admitted to KIT about starting, progressing and completing their studies.
Location: International Student Hub am Berliner Platz, Geb. 01.90, Campus Süd
Organized by: INTL, Team Willkommen & Integration (IStO), Team Zulassung (IStO)
For whom? International students in the Bachelor's or Master's program
 

Thursday, May 15, 2025

Global Mobility Programs of KIT: Overseas Talks Special
Students report on their stays abroad at various partner universities outside Europe and answer your questions.
Location: Tulla-Hall (11.40)
Organized by: INTL IStO
For whom? Students