KIT Career ServiceStudentsApplication SupportConsultation & Coaching
Briefly explained
How we advise you
Whether it's a quick check of your latest cover letter during your lunch break, clarification of an urgent matter, individual advice on your documents or a detailed Career Coaching - the Career Service experts are there for you personally and will provide you with free and competent advice.
Drop by spontaneously, write an email or book an appointment. The counseling and coaching service is available to KIT students throughout their studies and up to one year after graduation.

Application check & Short consultation

In the Mensa on Tuesday
When: every Tuesday, 11:00-13:30.

Where: Service office in the foyer of the canteen on Adenauerring (between the stairways to lines 4 and 5)

How: without registration; 5-10 minutes Application check & individual short consultation
Online on Thursday
When: every Thursday, 11:00-12:00. On 19 February the Online Office Hour is cancelled.

Where: in the virtual consultation room via Zoom

How: without registration; individual brief consultation as soon as a room is free
Via e-mail at any time
Can't make it to the open office hours? Simply send us your application documents including the job advertisement and we will give you written feedback.

How: by e-mail (attachments only as PDF)

Exchange format
Application Café
Writing applications is often easier when you're not working alone. This is precisely what the Application Café offers.

In a relaxed atmosphere, you can focus on your documents and share ideas with other students. Whether you're just starting out, nearing completion of your application, looking for a position as a working student or an entry-level job, it doesn't matter.

A representative from the Careers Service will be on hand to answer any questions you may have. You can also engage in valuable exchanges with other students, sharing experiences and improving your applications together.

The focus is on working together in a motivating environment that boosts your confidence.

  • Always on the third Tuesday of the month, starting on 17 March
  • From 2–4 p.m. in the service office in the foyer of the Adenauerring cafeteria
  • Tea and coffee provided

Orientation guide
Individual advice & coaching
Are you looking for detailed advice on topics relevant to job applications or a Career Coaching? In a personal meeting - in person or online - our experts will answer your questions and will be happy to discuss topics such as:
  • How do I write a tailored and professional application?
  • How do I expand my network and find suitable jobs?
  • What is important for my upcoming job interview?
  • Which trends and AI tools are currently important in the application process?
  • How do I identify my skills and competencies?
  • What motives, values and goals are important to me professionally?
  • Which working environment suits me?
  • Should I do a Master's degree or go straight into working life?

Links: Advice on job application topics

Applying with chronic illness and disability
Advice for doctoral candidates and postdocs
Doctoral candidates and postdocs can contact the Karlsruhe House of Young Scientists[/LK_N] with questions about career options after the doctoral or postdoc phase [LK_N https://www.khys.kit.edu/].