Kickstart your career in Germany's most innovative state

THE LÄND - Live. Work. Level Up. 

Welcome to our Career Week! We're kicking things off with “THE LÄND – Live. Work. Level Up.”, where Baden-Württemberg's state marketing agency presents why Baden-Württemberg is such a great place for building your career. Two personal testimonials will bring this to life, sharing real stories about their journeys and what brought them here. Let's start this week together with real-life insights!

(Eva Bankoley, 
Nadine Kayser)

Meet the Company - Panel Discussion with Zeiss, imec & Erbe Medizintechnik 

You have the opportunity to connect directly with three leading companies in Baden-Württemberg and gain valuable insights into various industries. Get firsthand information and discover just how diverse your career paths can be after earning your doctorate.

Rebecca Wöhrle (Zeiss), 
Dr. Stephanie Friederich (imec), Markus Enderle (Erbe Medizintechnik)

Developing the Courage to Make Mistakes when Starting your career 

The session explores the role of mistakes as a natural and essential part of professional growth. Participants will examine common fears related to failure, perfectionism, and impostor feelings, and learn practical strategies to build resilience, self-trust, and a growth-oriented mindset.

(Dr. Michaela Hergersberg)

Welcome Center Insights - Working Conditions in Germany 

What are the Welcome Centers in Baden-Württemberg, and how can they support you? What are the employment requirements for students, PhD candidates and professionals in Germany? This workshop will provide participants with an insight into the support structures available to internationals in Baden-Württemberg, as well as their rights and obligations in the German working world.

(Dr. Verena Andrei)

Alternative Career Paths for academics at Universities, Research Institutions, and Beyond 

This interactive online workshop supports researchers in exploring alternative career options and identifying professional perspectives that match their skills, interests, and values.

(Dr. Michaela Hergersberg)

Successful Self-Marketing in the Working World in Germany 

This interactive workshop focuses on building a strong professional profile for the German job market. Participants will explore how to position themselves confidently and strategically in applications, networking situations, and interviews. 

(Carolyn Litzbarski)

Career Discovery, Job Hunting & Planning Your Future 

This workshop supports participants in clarifying their career direction and developing a focused job search plan. It provides practical tools for navigating the German labor market and preparing strong application documents.

(Carolyn Litzbarski)

Future Skills 2026 - AI in the Application Process 

The job application process is changing rapidly – and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already playing a major role in recruitment. In this interactive online workshop, you will learn how companies use AI in candidate selection and how you can prepare strategically for AI-supported hiring processes.

(Jörg Wunderer)

Academic Entrepreneurship in Germany: Pathways from University to Start-up 

Explore how academic ideas turn into entrepreneurial ventures. This session highlights pathways from university research to start-up creation in Baden-Württemberg, including support structures, funding opportunities, and real-world examples. Learn how students and researchers can navigate the innovation ecosystem and transform knowledge into impactful business ideas.

(Carolin Eissler)

Business Etiquette and Business Knigge 

Professional success is not only about expertise—it is also about how we interact with others. In this engaging online workshop, participants will learn the essential principles of business etiquette (“Business Knigge”) and how professional conduct helps build trust, credibility, and strong working relationships.

(Jörg Wunderer)

Career Planning in Academia 

In the online workshop, participants will gain clarity about academic career paths and learn how to proactively shape their professional development within higher education and research environments. Key topics include building a strong academic profile, publication and funding strategies.

(Dr. Michaela Hergersberg)

Expert Talk - Career Opportunities after PhD

The Expert Talk connects you directly with professionals from the field. Our guests earned their Ph.D.s in Germany and have since successfully built their careers in academia or the business world.

They’ll share honest, personal insights into their time as doctoral candidates, show you which skills really matter today, and explain how they successfully made the transition into their careers. 

Dr. Alexander Kohs (Bertrandt AG), Dr. Dania Humaidan (University Hospital Tübingen)

Grant Writing for Research Projects 

Securing research funding is a key factor for academic success. This practical online workshop provides participants with essential strategies and tools for developing competitive and persuasive grant proposals.

(Dr. Michaela Hergersberg)

Knowledge Transfer – Make It Click in Seconds

Undergraduate and graduate students possess in-depth subject matter expertise, but often find it difficult to convey this knowledge concisely and clearly—especially to stakeholders in the business world. This workshop demonstrates how to communicate academic expertise in a way that makes it immediately tangible to potential employers.

(Frau Annette Näher)