As a working student, you are employed during your studies and work in a company to gain practical experience. The tasks can vary depending on the industry and company, but often range from administrative activities to project support to working in special departments. Working students have the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge from their studies in practice and to make important contacts.
In Germany, the legal minimum wage for working students is 12.41 € per hour (as of January 2024). The average hourly wage varies between 12.12 € and 15.15 € per hour, with some sources calling an annual average salary of about 3.400 € per hour (about 18.18 € per hour) or 30.160 € per year (about 15.15 € per hour).47 Top salaries can be over 20.20 € per hour, especially in specialized activities.
There is no specific training, as work students can work in different fields, but most work student positions are intended for students who have already acquired initial knowledge in their field.
As a trainee student, you have the opportunity to gain valuable practical experience and, after studying, it is often easier to transition to a permanent employment relationship in the same company. In addition, trainee students can prepare for certain professional fields through their activities and projects, build networks and convince potential employers of their skills.
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