Award amountMinimum wage (12,41 € / h before tax) for recent graduates
Last checkedJun 25, 2026
PDF guide
RISE Germany: Guideline for Applicants & Interns
Official DAAD guidelines outlining the responsibilities and key steps for RISE Germany program participants before, during, and after their internship.
Individual cover letter for each project application; Submit hard copy of certificate of enrolment if requested; Comply with host organization rules and code of conduct; Register with German authorities (Einwohnermeldeamt and Ausländerbehörde); Set up a German bank account; Submit questionnaire and final report within eight weeks of internship completion
Application materials
Cover letter (letter of motivation); Resume; Certificate of enrolment
How to apply
Write an individual cover letter for each project; Explain motivation, past experience, and future plans in the cover letter
Important dates
Submit final report and questionnaire eight weeks after internship end date
Documents
RISE Germany - Guideline for applicants & interns (PDF)
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