Students considering a career in academia take a step forward with a “HiWi” job, for example, in the library or at one of the university departments. Additionally, by working as a student trainee, intern, or apprentice, they gain professional experience and earn extra money.
There are also job opportunities outside the university that are frequently utilized by students (e.g., in the gastronomy industry, logistics, temporary employment/assistant jobs).
Note: A part-time job typically does not generate enough money (especially due to the work restriction of your visa to 140 days per year) to cover the full blocked account sum of €11,904.00 per year. It is better to use the lecture-free period and ensure financial security through scholarships or with the help of your family.
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With jobs that require more than 20 hours per week (mini-job limit of €538/month—this also applies cumulatively for several smaller jobs), can not only affect your academic performance, but you also have to pay health, unemployment, and nursing care insurance.
Additionally, this contradicts the regulations of your residence permit (20 hours/week during the lecture period, 40 hours/week during the lecture-free period) —> see § 16b Abs. 3 (2) of the Residence Act.
