First: Why is the report important?
It is not just a simple summary, but an academic tool to assess your practical experience.
In some degree programmes, it is credited with ECTS points.
Some universities require a successful report as a condition for full recognition of the internship.
Second: The ideal structure of the report (Gliederung)
1. Cover page (Deckblatt)
Title: “Praktikumsbericht” (Internship Report)
Full name and student ID number
Name of the host organisation + logo (if possible)
Name of the university supervisor
Date of submission
2. Introduction (Einleitung)
Where did you complete your internship?
How long did it last?
What were your personal and professional goals for the internship?
Example:
“Ich habe mein Pflichtpraktikum im Bereich Marketing bei der Firma XY GmbH in Berlin absolviert, um praktische Einblicke in die Werbekampagnenplanung zu gewinnen.”
3. Description of the host organisation (Unternehmensbeschreibung)
Name, location and field of activity of the company
Number of employees and main departments
Your position within the organisational structure
4. Description of daily tasks (Tätigkeitsbeschreibung)
Ideally structure this section by weeks or by projects.
Don’t just list things “routinely”; provide a critical and reflective analysis.
Use strong action verbs such as:
analysieren, auswerten, mitgestalten, konzipieren, umsetzen …
5. Self-evaluation and learning (Reflexion)
What did you learn – both technically and personally?
Did you achieve your goals?
Which difficulties did you face and how did you deal with them?
How is the internship connected to your academic studies?
Tip: Link the theoretical concepts you learned at university to the practical reality you experienced during the internship.
6. Conclusion (Fazit)
A short summary of the overall experience
Your recommendations for future students doing a similar internship
Whether you can see yourself working in this field in the future
7. Appendices (Anlagen)
A copy of your internship certificate (Bescheinigung)
Samples of work or projects you contributed to (if allowed)
Golden tips for an excellent grade:
| Recommendation | Why is it important? |
|---|---|
| Do not write it like a daily diary | Assessment is based on analysis, not just documentation. |
| Use clear, academic language | An objective and neutral style is preferred. |
| Include images or diagrams | They support understanding and demonstrate effort. |
| Proofread for language and grammar | Spelling and grammar mistakes lower your grade. |
| Respect the required page count | Often between 6 and 15 pages (depending on the university). |
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