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15 Tip for students looking for English speaking Sales internship in Berlin

15 Tips before you start looking for English speaking Sales internship in Berlin:

1) Register your CV to all job portals such as Faruse or LinkedIn. This will give you access to many recruiters who are looking specifically for interns or volunteers. In a way, it's like applying directly through their companies' careers section, but since they don't have one, they can also be opportunities that aren't advertised on the company's website.

2) If you are a non-native speaker, work on your English skills using apps like Duolingo. It's free and will help almost anyone to become more fluent in any language. You can also use Memrise or Rocket Languages, but I think those apps have less content than Duolingo but still could be helpful! For grammar, I suggest checking out sites such as Verbbuzz (it shows verbs that go with the two words you're looking for) and Linguee (you can get direct translations from many websites).

3) Having said that, if you cannot speak fluent German or at least intermediate level, it will be more challenging because most technical sales positions will require it. And in general, if you are a non-native speaker and want to find a sales internship abroad specifically, then it's good to start early.

4) Look for companies with English as a working language – they usually have more people who speak English as their mother tongue or at least better at writing and speaking than those who don't! It doesn't mean that you can't be successful with minor or medium-sized companies, but those tend to be more challenging. But keep in mind that some international companies may still prefer German speakers even if their headquarters are based elsewhere.

5) You will find most internships opportunities in big cities such as Berlin, Munich or Frankfurt, so stick to these cities when looking for a Sales Internship! It is the best place to get work experience in Sales if you are looking for it!

6) If you find a job that fits your profile and interests, then make sure that your CV is up-to-date and has all the necessary information. Maybe some companies have different processes for CVs depending on whether the applicant speaks English or German, so make sure that you apply with one tailored specifically for those applying to internships.

7) Remember: just because most of the big companies in Germany are based in larger cities doesn't mean that there aren't any opportunities elsewhere! Smaller towns may lack international brands such as H&M or Zara but still could be good places to start working abroad, especially since they tend to have smaller and more family-oriented companies. This means they are usually happier to hire you on a trial period and might even consider giving a paid internship.

8) Usually, good places to look for internships are Faruse.com (international job Germany), Indeed.de job board, where you can search by city, company's name or position title in case if you know where exactly you want to work. If you're interested in sales, these sites should be your starting point because of the wide variety of positions available. Of course, keep an eye on LinkedIn as well since many companies post their open jobs there.

9) Some companies postpaid internships on their website, so make sure to have a look at all pages! I recently saw one company offering €1,200 per month, which isn't bad for an internship. 

10) It's essential to remember that 1 or 2 month trial periods aren't standard if you're not earning enough money (unless you're a top talent). So my advice would be to start looking as early as possible – usually around January or February, even though the Summertime fills many positions.

11) Don't be afraid to ask about the company or position – sometimes you might receive an unexpected response! But even if they do answer, don't push yourself too hard because too many questions will come across as though you're desperate and could lose your chances of getting a job. Stick to 2–3 questions that would tell them that you've done the research and have a genuine interest in working for them. By doing so, you'll show that you are interested but not over-eager, and this is always good for their decision-making process.

12) If using personal contacts seems like your best option, then make sure that they can vouch for your skills and ability to work before talking to HR. It won't hurt if your friend is going to work there as well!

13) If you find a company that seems like a good fit and you've already got an internship offer from another, then don't be afraid to ask for an opportunity to have a trial period or even pre-internship. This might not always get accepted, but it's worth a try since most of the time, this will give you a chance to prove yourself which can be pretty crucial if competing against other candidates. Remember: "If at first, you don't succeed, try and try again!"

14) Sales internships in Germany without experience (sometimes called pre-internship are becoming increasingly popular later on, so make sure that you look out for opportunities like that.

15) If you're going to go on an interview and aren't sure what kind of answer to give if the company asks you about your goals, don't be afraid to ask back! You'll be surprised how many people get caught off guard and stumble when asked this question. Maybe it's because they've never been asked before, or perhaps some are too scared to share their dreams, but either way, being prepared will put you ahead of the competition!

Final Thoughts

If you're planning to visit Germany for a vacation and don't have any concrete plans yet to find a job, I would recommend starting as early as possible, even though your trip is months away. This will give you time to learn the language, get familiar with the culture and find yourself some incredible places that could, later on, become your favourite hangouts in between workdays.

Getting an internship this summer is difficult without experience, and even if you find one, the chances are that it will be unpaid. But if everything goes well, there's always another chance next year! And who knows what can happen between now and then?

Good luck finding your first German sales gig!