What are the benefits of an internship at Kindernothilfe?

Your internship with many advantages includes gaining valuable insights into the work of our internationally active children's rights organization, a steep learning curve with exciting tasks and projects, mutual appreciation, intensive support from internship supervisors, participation in internal and external events, networking with other interns, flexible structuring including part-time and remote options, reimbursement of travel expenses, and access to our work-life balance platform.

Who is the ideal candidate for the internship?

You are currently enrolled at a university (inside European Union) or completing your internship as part of your training. Ideally, you have already gained some practical experience in the field you are interested in. You are curious and enjoy working in a team. You work independently and in a structured manner and are keen to play an active role in shaping your internship.

What career opportunities exist after completing an internship?

Many former interns become colleagues at Kindernothilfe. As internship supervisor, Janina Menzer is proud that almost 20% of employees have completed an internship with Kindernothilfe in the past. Internships provide valuable experience and contacts that facilitate starting a career within the organization.

Come join us and get started!

Would you like to gain valuable professional experience in development cooperation during your studies?

An internship at Kindernothilfe gives you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of NGOs, actively participate in our projects, and make valuable contacts. We offer both voluntary internships and mandatory internships as part of your studies. Depending on your interests, you can support the coordination of our projects in Latin America, Asia, or Africa, gain insights into fundraising or public relations work, or get involved in another important area of our work.

Your internship with many advantages

Insights into the organization

You will gain valuable insights into the work of our internationally active children's rights organization - across disciplines, e.g., through our internal exchange formats.

Steep learning curve

With us, you will be part of the team from the very beginning, take on exciting tasks and projects independently, and actively contribute your ideas.

Mutual appreciation

We treat each other as equals. Meaningfulness, diversity, and appreciation are three core values that shape how we work together.

Intensive support

Our internship supervisors will support you from day one. You will regularly discuss the content and experiences of your internship

Participation in events

You will have the opportunity to participate in internal events, team meetings, and onboarding activities, and accompany your team to external events.

Internship network

With us, you can easily network with other interns in the company. Together, you will work on projects under your own responsibility.

Additional benefits

You can structure your internship flexibly, e.g., part-time and up to 99% remote (first day of work in Duisburg). However, we would be delighted to work with you on site. We also offer additional benefits, such as a reimbursement of travel expenses, access to our work-life balance platform, and much more.

Alumni network

We will stay in touch with you even after your internship. We send out a regular alumni newsletter with exciting insights and exclusive job offers.

From intern to employee

„My internship gave me insights into a wide variety of areas of public relations work. I was given exciting tasks right from the start and was able to contribute to successful teamwork."

Laura, Press Trainee - Internship in PR

Two colleagues on a bis event (source: Ludwig von Grunewald)

"My internship allowed me to gain valuable experience and make many great contacts, which made it much easier for me to start my actual job at Kindernothilfe."

Klemens, Event Coordinator - Internship in Global Learning

Colleagues talking in the office hall (source: Kindernothilfe)

"From day one, I was able to take on very meaningful tasks. My work was greatly appreciated right from the start. This gave me the good feeling that I was making my first contribution to improving children's rights worldwide."

Daniel, Programme Coordinator Africa - Internship in Institutional Donation

"During my internship, I gained exciting insights into the recruiting process of an NGO. Today, my responsibilities also include developing Kindernothilfe's employer brand."

Sina, Recruiting & Employer Branding Manager - Internship in Human Resources

"During my internship, I learned how language can be used to do good and make a difference. What I also like about my job is that every day is different. That motivates and challenges me – again and again."

Sophie, Event Coordinator - Internship in PR

„It's great to be part of the Kindernothilfe family. Even during my internship, I was able to contribute my own ideas. My team always showed me a lot of appreciation.“

Arshad, Manager Humanitarian Assistance, Internship in Humanitarian Assistance

"I am always delighted when former interns become colleagues! As internship supervisor, I am particularly proud that almost 20% of our employees have completed an internship with us in the past."

Janina, Recruiting & Employer Branding Manager

Your profile

You are currently enrolled at a university (inside European Union) or completing your internship as part of your training.
Ideally, you have already gained some practical experience in the field you are interested in.
You are curious and enjoy working in a team.
You work independently and in a structured manner and are keen to play an active role in shaping your internship

Your application

In our job market, you will find our current internship positions along with information about the respective content and conditions. You can easily apply with just a few clicks using the application button in the job posting. Please be sure to indicate in your application when you would like to start and how long your internship should last.

By the way: If you don't see anything suitable, feel free to send us a unsolicited application!

Your start

As part of your onboarding, you will be welcomed by your new team on your first day. Together with your internship supervisor, you will clarify your expectations and wishes, in order to get your internship off to the best possible start and tailor the content to your needs.

During your first few days, you will also get to know the other interns. Over the following weeks, you will gradually gain an insight into our working environment.

Your internship

Your team will be there to support you throughout your internship. You will be in regular contact with your internship supervisor. With us, you have a big say in shaping the content of your internship. Our goal is for you to learn a lot, have fun, and never be bored!

At the end of your internship, you will be added to our alumni network and receive a detailed internship certificate (reference) without having to ask for one.