Careertraining Albania

Objectives

Our aim was to strengthen the educational elite in Albania and to ensure a new generation of well-trained specialists. Therefore, we provided scholarships for students in their final year of studies, during the stage of their labour market entry, and for their business start-ups. The goal is to give young Albanians an opportunity to develop occupational prospects in their home country. During 2016 and 2020 we offered application trainings in different university cities in Albania and internship grants to state university students in the transition period between study and work.

Recap of the seminars in 2018

In 2018, 51 graduates and master students received a scholarhsip for internships in companies, agencies and social institutions. Their internships were accompanied by seminars and coachings as well as personal coachings.
Furthermore 97 students took part in various application trainings that took place in six different university cities of Albania.

Recap of the seminars in 2017

In 2017, 55 graduates and master students received a scholarhsip. Their internships were accompanied by seminars and coachings as well as personal coachings. In cooperation with the DIHA, the scholarhsip holders attended an internship day.

Furthermore, 105 students took part in various application trainings.

The Seminars were well-received by all scholarship holders, and instructors. Both sides were satisfied with the general outcome of the workshops, and gave positive feedback as well as suggestions for further improvement.

Recap of the seminars in 2016

 

At the end of 2016, all 49 scholarship holders of the first round gathered for the training courses in Durres (19-20 November 2016) and Shkoder (09-11 December 2016). Depending on the type of scholarship, the seminars focused on business start-ups, career selection, or a preparation for internships.

The course on “How to make your Internship a Success” was held on both occasions. At the beginning of these two-day training sessions, the participants were shown how to evaluate themselves in order to recognize their strengths as well as areas in which they can still improve. Afterwards, the course continued with informing the scholars about the general application process, and the requirements of the labour market. Furthermore, the students were taught specific skills and competences necessary for preparing for internships and a future profession, respectively.

The seminar on career selection and job application took place in Shkoder. Among other things, it entailed a survey of various services and sources aimed to help with the career selection. Similar to the course on “How to make your internship a Success”, the participants learned different methods to conduct a self-assessment at the beginning of this training session. Here, it served the purpose of developing an individual career plan based on the scholar’s distinctive competences and qualifications. On the second day, the seminar focused on applications. Therefore, it was elucidated how to write a letter of motivation and a CV for the designated place of work.

The workshop on start-up businesses in Durres pointed out different steps that need to be taken in order to start a business. In addition to exercises on networking and team building, financial and legal aspects of a start-up business were foregrounded. Participants also learned how to test and validate their business ideas, and became adept at product development.

The Seminars were well-received by all scholarship holders, and instructors. Both sides were satisfied with the general outcome of the workshops, and gave positive feedback as well as suggestions for further improvement.

Macedonia & Kosovo: Final Event and Certificate Ceremony 2024

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The certificate ceremony, as the final event of the Career Transition Support Program by World University Service of Germany (WUS) on behalf of the North-Rhine Westphalian state chancellery is announced. Distinguished guests from Germany and Macedonia will be attending the ceremony.

VENUE: Hotel Park & Spa

TIME: 18:00- 21:00 o' clock (please make arrangements to arrive best until 17:00 o'clock)

This event is tuition free. For those coming from outside Skopje more than 2 hours’ drive by car we offer (only if needed) financial support for overnight stay and transportation fees. Your support on this point by checking for the cheapest and most convenient solution will be highly appreciated.

We are looking forward to a successful program and to meeting you, soon! More information can be provided by northmacedonia@wusgermany.de or boger@wusgermany.de.

How to find an internship – for international students

Day Event: "How to find an internship – for international students"

*in cooperation with International Office and Career Centre Plus of JLU Giessen

**event will be held in English

In this day event you will get information on legal regulations and advice on how to find an internship in Germany and abroad. International students and alumni present their experiences finding an internship. You will get to know STUBE’s BPSA programme, which covers the travel costs for a study visit or an internship abroad. The seminar is organized by the International Office and the department of Career Service of JLU Giessen in cooperation with STUBE Hessen.