French-German internships

Preparatory steps

Please make sure that you have all the necessary documents before submitting your request to the International Office (see check list):

• Certificate of enrolment from Saarland University that covers the entire period of your internship. (Note: If the period of your internship spans more than one semester, you will need to provide certificates of enrolment for both semesters).
• Copies of both sides of your health insurance card (including the European health insurance card EHIC)
• Proof that you have public liability insurance covering the period of your internship
• Proof that you have accident insurance covering the period of your internship

Some companies in French-speaking countries require an internship agreement (Convention de Stage) to be signed, so that they can confirm to the relevant authorities that the internship is being undertaken as part of an official education programme. Document templates are available from Saarland University. Documents may be signed electronically (e.g. using a digital scan of your signature). 

Important note: As a rule, Saarland University will not sign internship agreements that were drawn up by the host company or organization. If the company or organization will only host an intern on the basis of such an agreement, the document will need to be carefully reviewed by the university's legal department. This process can take several weeks to complete.