Our dedicated Career Service offers an exclusive range of support to help you achieve your goals. Also, with an IU degree in hand, you’ll open doors to greater career opportunities worldwide. Your studies will shape you into a highly employable professional, equipped with industry-leading knowledge and a valuable skillset that is recognized by employers everywhere.
We support your career development
Need help writing your CV, don’t know where to start in your job search, or just want tips and tricks on how to ace your next interview? The IU Career Service is here for you!
With our wide range of career services (and more to come), you’ll find at your disposal a wealth of resources that can help you land your dream job. Most of our services are now available online – including our guide for How to get a job in Germany - so no matter where you are, we’re ready to support you in taking that next step in your career. You can view all our career events on myCampus calendar.
Here’s a quick look at the Career Service services available to our on-campus students:
Career Services | Frequency |
|---|---|
Career Talks with Employers | Weekly |
Career Trainings/Workshops | Monthly |
1:1 Career Support (email) | On-demand |
EnhanCV: Ai-supported CV Builder & CV Checker | 24/7 |
Workwise: Guided Job Search Platform | 24/7 |
Job Platform Handshake | 24/7 |
AI Career Services (via Syntea) | 24/7 |
Virtual Internship ($) | 10-week virtual internship; gain 50% off as IU student |
myCampus Self-Service | 24/7 |
Career Prep
Explore the various opportunities we offer to help you land your dream job. Here are some insights into our career prep services:
Career Catapult: Your Launchpad to Success!
Discover our exclusive careers platform, designed to help you with your job search, offering you:
Suggest suitable job offers based on your interests
31,100+ international company contacts*
Registration for IU career events & trainings
Tips, tricks, and useful links for your job search and application
*The numbers reflected above are subject to changes.
Prepare yourself to get real-world ready!
We equip you with the right skills to help you prepare for your job hunt with:
Career planning and job search strategies
CV and cover letter how-to
Effective interview techniques
How to navigate salary negotiations
Insights about the German business culture
Let’s talk! Meaningful guidance unique to you
We’re hosting weekly events where you can:
Be in direct contact with companies and recruiters
Get company and recruiting insights
Access job and internship opportunities
Network with professionals in diverse industries
Get to know Handshake
Kickstart Your Career!
Searching for job or internship opportunities? Want to connect with top employers and stay informed about career events? Handshake is the perfect platform for you!
With Handshake, you can:
Access exclusive career events
Network with leading employers
Find job and internship opportunities tailored to your studies
Let recruiters find you and fast-track your job search. Join Handshake today and take the next step in your career journey!
Job prospects after graduation
Satisfaction among graduates
94% of IU graduates find work within 6 months of graduating.
Fast-Track to Leadership
80% of IU graduates transition to managerial roles after just 2 years of study.
Climbing the career ladder
10% of graduates get an average salary increase per year.
Build future-ready skills with practical German education
For over 20 years, IU has been at the forefront of German education, offering specialised degree programmes in business, engineering, and technology.
Germany is known for its universities of applied sciences (or Fachhoschulen), such as IU, where theory and practice go hand-in-hand. This means you will:
Learn from IU lecturers with 3+ years of professional experience.
Apply knowledge gained to real-world case studies.
Acquire valuable industry insights and in-demand work skills.
Be fully prepared for the challenges of the working world.
According to the German Centre for Higher Education Research and Science Studies, five years after graduation, university of applied sciences graduates earn roughly 14.8% more than university graduates. Our German-quality education will help you gain a competitive edge over other professionals in your field.
Launch your career worldwide with an IU degree
With an IU degree, you are poised for success – no matter where you go. Thanks to our accreditations, rankings, and awards, your IU degree and education are recognised and valued by employers worldwide.
You can be confident that your IU education and degree have met the rigorous standards set by the European Union.
Thanks to our global ratings, awards, and partnerships, your IU degree is recognised and valued by employers worldwide.
Easily work, study, or relocate abroad. Your IU degree can be transferred into credits to match local equivalents in the Canada and U.S.
Stand out as a highly employable graduate
In today’s professional landscape, employers value candidates who are globally oriented and motivated. When you study at IU, you’ll have the opportunity to utilising our state-of-the-art digital tools and platforms.
You will develop transferable soft skills that are valued across roles and industries such as strong time management, digital literacy, and effective virtual collaboration abilities. These skills, together with your accredited IU degree and industry-relevant education, will help position you as a highly employable graduate, no matter where you go.
What our students say
Our alumni have achieved great things
We are proud of our alumni, who have gone on to greater paths in their career after graduating with a degree from IU. Our practical, career-relevant degree programmes help IU graduates stand out from the crowd and prepare them for a job at industry-leading companies. Below you can find a small selection of companies where our alumni work at, after successfully completing their studies.
Do you have any questions?
Visit our FAQ page or get in touch with our Study Advisors.
