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Cross-Campus Construct & Connect
Networking
December 11th, 2025
Together with OTH BRIDGE (OTH Regensburg) and International Campus Friends, we brought UR and OTH students together for an evening of creativity, socialising and festive mood.
The students formed teams to build and decorate gingerbread houses, took part in an entertaining “get-to-know-you” game and had interesting conversations while practising their German skills with exciting discussion questions.
It was great to see the students socialising across cultures, universities and backgrounds in such a relaxed and happy atmosphere.
Alumni Talk @iSTEPS Pictures
Alumni Talk @iSTEPS
Networking
December 5th, 2025
Our Alumni Talk was richly peppered with thoughtful reflections and experience-based recommendations. Our guests, successful former UR international students Satenik, Milica and Metehan, all emphasized how important it is for international students to be confident in their abilities, remain self-assured and take pride in their internationality. The fact that they are already succeeding in a new country, surrounded by a different culture, speaks volumes about their determination, resilience and ambition.
Job fair visit: CONNECTA & Jahn Career Day
Networking
October 23th & November 13th, 2025
Our student group recently had the opportunity to attend two exciting career events in Regensburg: the CONNECTA job fair and the Jahn Career Day. Both events provided an ideal platform to bring students and industry professionals together and exchange ideas about career prospects.
On site, students had the opportunity to talk to numerous companies from fields such as engineering, IT, business and consulting. Each conversation provided valuable insights into different career paths, current industry trends and information about the skills that employers are particularly looking for today.
These experiences also encouraged people to think about their own professional future in the region.
telc exams
German Language
September 25th & October 31st, 2025
In September and October, 26 of our international students had the opportunity to take the telc exams at levels B1, B2 and C1.
The exam fees were fully covered by iSTEPS.
We are very pleased that we were able to offer a place to all those interested. Congratulations on this outstanding achievement.
The certificate is not only a valuable addition to your CV, but also an important step in your personal and professional development.
The new examination dates have already been set.
Registration now possible (external link, opens in a new window)
telc Certificates Award Ceremony Pictures
iSETPS Regulars: Mariaort hike
Networking
September 27th, 2025
We met for a relaxed three-hour hike along the stunning Danube and explored the picturesque hiking trails around Mariaort. Surrounded by warm and fresh autumn air, beautiful scenery and nice environment, the participants enjoyed a peaceful day full of laughter, nature and community.
After the hike, we headed to the beer garden where everyone relaxed over coffee, swapped histories and just chilled out.
A big thank you to everyone who took part!
Campus2Company - Company visit
Networking
August 28th, 2025
Our second Campus2Company event was a great success as we were able to visit the company Innok Robotics.
The event offered our international students an inspiring tour of Innok Robotics and interesting discussions during the Q&A session, where students had the opportunity to ask questions about career paths, internships and working student positions in the fields of robotics, software and marketing.
Campus2Company - Company visit
Networking
August 7th, 2025
We have successfully started our first company visit with international students! As part of the Campus2Company format, we were invited by the Regensburg District Office for Economic Development to visit invenio GmbH Engineering Services in Barbing.
The event offered our international students a valuable opportunity to gain an insight into the local business landscape and perhaps even make important contacts for their future.
During the half-day visit, the students learned more about the organisation, the application process and the expectations of employers. The highlight of the day: a lively Q&A session where students had the opportunity to get first-hand information from company representatives.
iSTEPS Writing Week
Workshop
July 28th - August 1st 2025
The iSTEPS Writing Week was designed as a supervised writing program specifically for international students. The aim was to provide participants with targeted support for ongoing writing projects and academic papers in German and English - through structured work phases, individual counselling and methodological impulses. The writing week offered the participating students tangible added value.
iSTEPS Regulars - Mexico: Cook & Connect!
Networking
July 17th 2025
We are delighted to announce that we hosted an unforgettable evening of culture, gastronomy and socialising!
Participants learnt to cook traditional Mexican dishes, enjoyed a delicious meal, got to know other students, expanded their network and took part in an exciting, interactive workshop. It was a wonderful evening celebrating our international community with food, learning new skills and meaningful conversations.
Stay in Germany - Career Prep Weekend
Networking, workshops, job application training
May 16-18th 2025
We organised the following events during our Career Prep Weekend:
- Exciting talks and practical workshops,
- Powerful alumni presentations that inspire and motivate,
- Interview training and CV checks to put the finishing touches to applications,
- Professional photo shoots for an outstanding online presence,
- Countless meaningful networking moments!
Whether participants were just starting to explore their career options or were already actively applying for jobs, the weekend offered something valuable for everyone.
A big thank you to our speakers and alumni who contributed to the success of this event. And to all the participants - your enthusiasm and commitment to your future made this weekend very special.
telc exams: Highlights
German Language
April 2025
We are very happy about the great results of our last telc exams! A total of 8 participants took part - and all of them passed! Four of them have received their B1 certificate and four have reached B2 level, officially confirming their German language skills to potential employers.
This success is an important milestone for our participants, improving their qualifications and increasing their career opportunities on the German labour market.
Even better, the cost of the exams was fully covered by iSTEPS, allowing participants to focus on their preparation and success without the financial stress!
iSTEPS Regulars: "A Piece of Cake"
Networking
March 13th, 2025
Our event brought together a fantastic group of students for an evening of socialising, taking a break from daily tasks and having fun. The event took place in the Welcome Centre on campus, where everyone had the opportunity to meet new people and share their experiences in a relaxed atmosphere.
With delicious strawberry cake and snacks, this was a great chance to have meaningful conversations. Participants took the opportunity to expand their personal and professional networks.
Federal Employment Agency: Stay in Germany - Working After Graduation
Expert Lecture
January 22nd, 2025
Together with the Federal Employment Agency, we were able to explore the Bavarian labour market and present the areas with the greatest demand for workers in the next 5 years. The participants were informed about the German social security system and the work of the Federal Employment Agency.
In addition, the students received valuable information on how to read German payslips, apply for a job as a self-employed person or even start their own business!
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[Translate to English:] 2024
Workshop: Stand Out! The Application Training
November 16th, 2024
What a great training!
UR international students from Iran, Russia, Syria and India gained really valuable insights into the application process on the German labour market.
It was absolutely inspiring to see them all working so hard! They learnt a lot of practical skills, such as how to conduct job interviews and how to create job application videos.
The participants learnt how to present their strengths in a targeted way and can now look forward to their professional future in Germany.
Networking: 1st International Career Entry Round Table
November 11th, 2024
During this event, we were able to have meaningful discussions and make valuable contacts. Our aim was to forge new partnerships and through insightful conversations we explored various opportunities and challenges faced by international students.
The event provided a platform for constructive conversations with representatives from key local organisations, including: Immigration Office, Employment Agency, City of Regensburg Office for Economy and Science, District Office for Economic Development, OTH Regensburg International Office, Regensburg Chamber of Industry and Commerce (department for securing skilled labour) and the Studierendenwerk Niederbayern/Oberpfalz (STWNO).
We welcome the opportunity to bring together different perspectives to drive meaningful change. We look forward to continuing this collaboration and tackling new challenges in the coming year.
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Courses: German intensive language courses in September
September 2024
The International Office and the Center for Language and Communication (ZSK) at UR are working together to offer intensive German language courses for students on English-language Master's programs during the lecture-free period.
One participant commented: "It was a super program and excellent teachers. Hopefully this takes place all year round for students like myself to pick up German faster. Thanks for your hard work."
The courses are usually subject to a fee, but thanks to the iSTEPS funding, 29 participants were able to improve their German skills in the five-week courses at the ZSK this September with only a small contribution. Of the 29 participants, 23 achieved level B1 or higher.
The next intensive language course is planned for March 2025.
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Expert lecture: How to - job search, job interviews and salary negotiations
July 12th, 2024
We were delighted to welcome Claudia Pedraza, international alumna of the University of Regensburg and HR specialist.
The lecturer guided us through the most important steps of the job search, gave us valuable tips for successful job interviews and showed us how to conduct our salary negotiations confidently and successfully. The review of the participants' CVs and the individual counselling sessions were particularly valuable.
"Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to attend such an informative talk. The whole presentation contained a lot of information and valuable suggestions. Overall, the whole event was very good." - This is just one of the many positive responses from participants.
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Workshop: Intercultural Rhetorical Competence (IRK)
July 5-6th, 2024
As part of the iSTEPS project at the University of Regensburg, international students had the opportunity to improve their oral and rhetorical skills. The Intercultural Rhetorical Competence (IRK) program was developed to prepare students for the diverse demands of intercultural communication. The iSTEPS IRK programme is aimed at regular international students and international applicants attending preparatory courses at UR.
Participants learnt the practical basics of presenting, including body language and presentation structure. A special feature of the programme was the individual coaching, in which the students kept a video diary of how they perceived themselves and others and developed strategies for coping with stress during presentations.
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Networking: Kickoff - Campus initiative for international talents
June 5-7th, 2024
There is no one-size-fits-all solution to the problem of skills shortages. Germany has enormous talent in all of its universities, but has so far been unable to support them and motivate them to stay.
This is now set to change, as the Campus Initiative's programmes for international talent aim to close this gap. Students from all over the world benefit from the individual projects and resources that are now available locally.
At the University of Regensburg, we are continuing this work with the International Office's iSTEPS project. As participants in the kick-off event of the campus initiative in Berlin, we are taking away great ideas and networking opportunities.
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Job fair: Stand at the WiWi Job Fair
May 14th, 2024
In the first few weeks of the summer semester, we were delighted to be invited to the Faculty of Business Economics and Real Estate's Career Contacts event to present our newly implemented project. The International Office also had the opportunity to offer an impulse talk for international students.
We are already looking forward to next year's fair!