German Advising Contact Information With Office Hours From Tuesday, March 31 - Wednesday, April 8

You can reach the German advisors through a general email: germanadvising@umich.edu

We have two advisors for German undergraduates:

* Mary Rodena-Krasan (MLB 3128; mkrasan@umich.edu)
Mary's office hours this week are:
Tuesday, March 31: 10-12:30, 2:30-4:30 p.m.,

Thursday, April 2: 10-12:30, 2:30-4:30 p.m.,

Friday, April 3: 2:30-3:30 p.m.,

and by appointment.

Mary's Link for Office Hours: https://umich.zoom.us/j/92765512004

* Karl-Georg Federhofer (MLB 3422; kallimz@umich.edu)

My office hours this week are:

Tuesday, March 31: 9-10, 11-12, 1:30-5 p.m.,

Wednesday, April 1: 1-3 p.m.,

Thursday, April 2: 8:30-12, 1:30-5 p.m.,

Friday, April 3: 9-11:30, 1-5 p.m.,

Monday, April 6: 1-3 p.m.,

Tuesday, April 7: 9-12, 1-5 p.m.,

Wednesday, April 8: 1-5 p.m.,

and by appointment.

My Zoom Link for Office Hours: https://umich.zoom.us/j/909147087

It is best to schedule appointments, which you have to do by 4 p.m. on the previous day. You can schedule appointments with us here: https://myadvising.lsa.umich.edu/appointments/offices/GERM

If you would like to get in contact with a peer mentor in our Department, please write to: germanmentors@umich.edu.

German Conversation Opportunities - 'Schokoladenstunde': Tuesday, March 31, 10-11 a.m., MLB 3110; and Kreativwerkstatt: Friday, April 3, 12-1 p.m.,MLB 3117

We have two weekly and informal conversation opportunities:

Schokoladenstunde convenes in the German Department Lounge (MLB 3110) every Tuesday, 10-11 a.m. There will be some German chocolate to snack on. Mary Gell will bring games (e.g. Tabu), and the hour will be spent playing games and chatting in German.

Kreativwerkstatt: Chat in German and express yourself creatively. Crafting, coloring, painting, drawing, knitting, sewing, crochet, embroidery, origami? At the weekly Kreativwerkstatt, which takes place every Friday, 12-1 p.m., you will combine speaking (any level welcome, beginners included!) and creatively expressing yourself. You are encouraged to bring your own materials or (ongoing) projects, but we will also provide some materials and prompts each week. If you have any questions about Kreativwerkstatt please contact Laura Okkema.

German Major/Minor and Spring/Summer/Fall 2026 Courses - Information Session: Wednesday, April 1, 3-4:30 p.m., MLB 3308 - Conference Room, Middle Aisle

We will have an information session about the requirements of a German major/minor and about the course offerings in German for Spring/Summer/Fall on Wednesday, April 1, 3-4:30 p.m., MLB 3308 - Conference Room, Middle Aisle.

Max Kade Events - 'Deutschtisch': Wednesday, April 1, 6-7 p.m., North Quad Dining Hall, and 'Kaffeestunde': Friday, April 3, 5-6 p.m., North Quad 2450

Deutschtisch is a weekly event in the North Quad Dining Hall for Max Kade residents and visitors from outside the Max Kade German Residence to speak German during a meal. Visitors should look for a table with German/Swiss/Austrian flags and a group of students speaking German.

Kaffeestunde is a weekly opportunity to mingle and unwind. It is a place to connect with other Max Kade residents, chat informally in German, and participate in activities prepared by facilitators. German students at all levels are welcome at the Max Kade events. If you have any questions, please ask Viola Tietje or Vera Irwin.

German Department Scholarships for Academic Year in Freiburg 2026-2027: Wednesday, April 1 (Application Deadline)

All students accepted for study in the Academic Year in Freiburg program will receive up to $1,000 from the Department of Germanic Languages & Literatures (GLL) to be applied towards the program fee (non-refundable scholarship).

Additional scholarships through the Hubbs Scholarship fund up to $5,000 may be available, based on financial need and/or merit. One participating student will receive a Sturm Immersive Scholarship for the program fee, lodging expenses, and flat stipend to cover additional living expenses (a value of over $25,000). By completing one application, you'll be eligible for all available scholarships.

Here is the funding application link.

German Department Scholarships for Spring/Summer Language Courses at a Goethe Institut in Germany: Wednesday, April 1 (Application Deadline)

If you are taking spring/summer classes at a Goethe Institut in Germany, you can apply for a scholarship from the German Department. Scholarships amount up to $2,400 per session.

The application deadline for funding through the German Department is Wednesday, April 1. Here is the funding application link.

You will be informed later in April, how much funding you will get through the German Department; and you will then need to complete several items (uploading passport photo, GeoBlue health insurance, etc.) on MCompass.

All applications will only be reviewed after April 1, and the funding itself will be disbursed in either Spring or Summer.

German Department Scholarships for Summer Internships in German-Speaking Countries: Wednesday, April 1 (Application Deadline)

Awards for internships in Germany and German-speaking countries are distributed on a competitive level based on financial need, academic merit and (possible) compensation of the internship. You do not need to have a confirmed internship placement at the time of application but need to be accepted into an internship program. International students are eligible to apply. Departmental internships may amount up to $3,500.

The application deadline for funding through us is Wednesday, April 1. Here is the funding application link.

You will be informed later in April how much funding you will get through the German Department; and you will then have two weeks to complete all items (uploading passport photo, GeoBlue health insurance, etc.) on MCompass.

All applications will only be reviewed after April 1, and the funding itself will be disbursed in either Spring or Summer.

DAAD-RISE students are not eligible to receive funding through this scholarship.

German Department Scholarships for German Language School at Middlebury College (Summer 2026): Wednesday, April 1 (Application Deadline)

University of Michigan undergraduates who enroll in the 7-week German Language School at Middlebury College will receive up to a $4,000 scholarship. The Department of Germanic Languages & Literatures' Executive Committee will determine the award recipients. Award amounts are based on the student's GPA, answers to essay questions (one essay answer must be written in the German language), and financial need.

Here is the funding application link.

Mark & Myra Sorensen International Travel Scholarship: Wednesday, April 1 (Application Deadline)

The Mark and Myra Sorensen International Travel Scholarship is designed to support students who will participate in study, internship, volunteer, or research programs abroad.

Awards will be made in the amount of at least $750 to help cover expenses such as program fees, transportation, room and board, and/or local excursions made in connection with the project. Preference will be given to students who will be traveling abroad for the first time.

Website: https://internationalcenter.umich.edu/abroad/funding/sorensen-scholarship

German Film Series - 'Yella' (Director: Christian Petzold, 2007): Monday, April 6, 6-9 p.m., North Quad 2435

This enigmatic thriller haunted by capitalism follows Yella Fichte (Nina Hoss) who, freshly separated from her ex-husband and about to embark on a new life in Hanover, enters a surreal world of money-making schemes.

6 p.m.: Pizza
6:30 p.m.: Film screening

Website: https://events.umich.edu/event/143360

Winter 2027 Term in Tübingen - Information Session: Wednesday, April 8, 4:30 p.m., MLB 3308 - Conference Room, Middle Aisle

If you are interested in the Winter 2027 term in Tübingen, you are invited to come to an information session on Wednesday, April 8, 4:30 p.m., MLB 3308 (Conference Room, Middle Aisle).

A student who participated in the program in Winter 2025 will give insights about their experience abroad.

Job Posting - Director of Administration for Goethe-Institut Boston: Monday, April 13 (Application Deadline)

Full-time (40 hours/week) | Start date: June 1, 2026

The Goethe-Institut Boston will become the Regional Institute for North America as of January 1, 2027. It is seeking a dedicated colleague to lead its Administration Department, starting June 1, 2026.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
* Financial management (financial planning and controlling, payment transactions, forecasting, monthly and annual financial statements, overseeing financial accounting)
* Responsibility for the building, service and contract management
* Oversight of security matters, including building security and emergency response procedures
* Investment planning and procurement, including purchasing of goods and services
* General administrative tasks
* Supporting quality and integrity management (compliance) and contributing to organizational change processes
* Monitoring compliance with budgetary and public procurement regulations
* Personnel administration and leadership of the administration team
* Support change management activities for new processes, policies, and systems

Requirements:
* Proficiency in accounting, budget planning and controlling
* Proven experience in leading teams and managing staff
* Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools
* High level of flexibility, resilience, social competence, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* Excellent organizational and communication skills
* Strong decision‑making skills and a hands‑on, solution‑oriented approach
* Ability and willingness to work outside of standard business hours when necessary to support operational needs
* Excellent German and English language skills
* A valid work permit for the US is required. Unfortunately, the Goethe-Institut cannot provide any assistance in obtaining a work permit or visa

Benefits:
* Regular opportunities for professional development
* An intercultural and collaborative work environment
* Flexible work schedule
* Annual Leave 17 days (22 after 3 years) plus 13 paid holidays and 3 personal days per year
* Paid sick time
* Health and dental insurance for full-time employees (75% of costs are covered by the Goethe-Institut)
* 401(k) option with 4.5% employer match (after 6-month period of continuous employment)
* Paid parental and pregnancy leave
* Short-term disability insurance for full-time employees (100% covered by the Goethe-Institut)

Please submit your complete application (cover letter, résumé and the names and contact information of two references) by e-mail until April 13, 2026 to: hr-usa@goethe.de.

Website: https://www.goethe.de/ins/us/en/ueb/kar/boston-director-of-administra.html

Job Posting - Administrative Assistant for Bosch Group in Farmington Hills, MI: Tuesday, April 14 (Application Deadline)

Bosch Group is seeking an autonomous, proactive, and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant. This is more than a traditional administrative role; you will be a trusted partner to a team of Directors and the Regional President, empowered to drive efficiency with significant independence.

Your role is critical to the operational success of the BEG-NA Business Unit. Bosch Group is looking for a forward-thinker who doesn't just follow a process but actively helps to refine it. You will be counted on to deliver accurate and polished work, manage sensitive information with discretion, and act as a central pillar of support for the business unit, enabling the leadership team to focus on strategic priorities.

Key Responsibilities:
* Serve as a key partner for managing and optimizing complex calendars, anticipating needs, and independently resolving scheduling conflicts.
* Act as a professional gatekeeper and primary point of contact for external customers, internal stakeholders, and global Bosch leadership.
* Take ownership of coordinating seamless domestic and international travel itineraries, ensuring all details are meticulously planned.
* Manage the preparation and submission of expense reports, purchase orders, budget auditing, and invoice processing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
* Uphold and enhance our business standards by refining and formatting critical documents, including board-level presentations and spreadsheets, ensuring they are clear and professional.
* Organize board visits, customer meetings, and internal events (like Town Halls), contributing suggestions to improve the experience.
* Independently manage office logistics, from supplies and equipment to catering, ensuring the team has what it needs to succeed.
* Embrace a growth mindset by being open to supporting ad-hoc projects, learning new skills, and contributing to the continuous improvement of the administrative processes.

Requirements:
- Required:
* A strong sense of personal accountability and a focus on the details.
* Minimum 2 years of administrative support experience where you were trusted to work with significant autonomy.
* Proficiency in the Microsoft 365 ecosystem (SharePoint, Teams, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
* Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to discern between urgent and important tasks.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas and contribute in both verbal and written form.
* Proven integrity and the ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.

- Preferred:
* Bachelor's Degree.
* 5+ years of administrative support experience, ideally in a large, global organization.
* 3+ years of direct, executive-level support experience.
* An interest in leveraging modern tools; comfort with AI productivity tools is a plus.
* German language skills (written and verbal).

Website: https://jobs.bosch.com/en/job/REF279662X-administrative-assistant

Job Posting - Social Media and Public Relations Associate for Goethe-Institut San Francisco, CA: Wednesday, April 15 (Application Deadline)

Part-time (32 hours/week) | Start date: May 15, 2026

Responsibilities:
* Create and manage social media strategies that align with the Institute's goals and objectives
* Develop engaging content, including text, images, and videos, tailored to the target audience across various platforms such as Instagram, and LinkedIn
* Monitor social media metrics, analyze performance data, and prepare reports to assess the effectiveness of campaigns and strategies
* Content communication, marketing and cooperation with partners on Goethe-Institut topics and projects on website and other online platforms / electronic newsletter as well as print products
* Build and maintain strong relationships with key journalists
* Active participation in the regional Information team activities/events
* General administrative tasks

Requirements:
* Professional experience in the field of social media and public relations 
* Experience in CMS (Content)
* Excellent written, oral language and communication skills in both English and German
* Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office, image and design tools) 
* Very high social and intercultural competencies
* 32 hours per week/hybrid works schedule, with 2 days on-site presence. Event related changes to work schedule possible including weekends, evenings. Due to the nature of this specific position different days of the week might be required (ahead notice by manager).
* Team player, proactive, solution-oriented

Benefits:
* Start Date: May 15, 2026
* Employment: 80% (32h/week), non-exempt, hourly based
* Generous vacation time, health insurance and 401(k)
* Approx. USD 60 k/year (Salary based on local compensation standards of the Goethe-Institut in the USA)
* Enthusiastic, highly professional and motivated team
* Modern workspace in new Goethe-Institut location, with excellent connection to public transportation
* Regular opportunity for professional development online/ in Germany

Applications will be accepted until April 15. The Goethe-Institut guarantees gender equality.
A valid work permit for the US is required. Unfortunately, the Goethe-Institut cannot provide any assistance in obtaining a work permit or visa.

Please submit your complete application (cover letter, résumé and the names and contact information of two references) by e-mail to Alexander Behrmann, Director Goethe-Institut San Francisco: bewerbungen-sanfrancisco@goethe.de

Contact:
Goethe-Institut San Francisco
657 Howard Street
San Francisco, CA 94105

Phone: 415-263-8760
Email: info-sanfrancisco@goethe.de

Website: https://www.goethe.de/ins/us/en/ueb/kar/san-social-media-and-pub-3.html

'Schriftlich' - German Undergraduate Publication: Thursday, April 16 (Submission Deadline)

'Schriftlich' is a student-run bilingual journal exploring the interdisciplinary nature of the German language, culture, and influence through collections of student work on German-related topics. Journal submissions are open to all, not just German majors/minors, and can be submitted in German or English.

If you are interested in submitting a piece of writing, please do so here. The deadline is Thursday, April 16.

'Schriftlich' welcomes submissions on a rolling basis. If interested, apply now.

If you have any questions, please contact Daphne (dwelter@umich.edu).

German Peer Mentors 2026-2027: Friday, April 17 (Application Deadline)

German majors and minors who have attained junior/senior standing by August 2026 and who are interested in sharing their experience with German to help their fellow undergraduates should apply.

If you are interested in becoming a peer mentor, please apply by Friday, April 17.

Mary or I are able to answer your questions.

Heinz Prechter Scholarship for Internships in Germany: Thursday, April 30 (Extended Application Deadline)

The $2,500 Heinz Prechter Scholarship aims to support a Michigan student completing an internship in Germany to encourage learning about German business and culture.

College and university professors conducting study projects directed at introducing a group of students to Germany, its culture, language, business environment and network, are also encouraged to apply.

Sponsored by the German American Business Council of Michigan (GABC), the Scholarship is named after Heinz Prechter to honor the unparalleled contributions he made to the advancement of international relations between Germany and Michigan.

Application Requirements:
* Letter of Application: description of the applicant’s qualifications including academic background, relevant employment history, and a statement indicating why the applicant wants to in Germany
* Resume: include academic background, employment history, special interests, accomplishments and awards, and international travel
* Offer-of-Internship Letter: written in German or English, on the company’s letterhead and signed by an appropriate company official
* Letters of Recommendation: letters of recommendation from at least two faculty members who teach in the applicant’s fields of study.
* Course Transcripts: comprehensive academic transcripts of all semesters completed at institutions of higher education

Notes for Applicants:
* Applicants must complete a video/phone interview with the scholarship committee. Part of the interview will be conducted in German to assess the applicant’s basic conversational skills in the language.
* Scholarship recipients must agree to submit to the GABC a written report of their internships and (if schedule permits) to give an oral presentation on the internship at a GABC event.
* Submit completed application and supporting documentation by Thursday, April 30.

Contact Anna Swartz at info@gabcmi.org for further details.

The committee will make rolling decisions. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, once they have received an actual internship offer.

Website: https://gabcmi.org/hps

International Internship Scholarship Through College of Engineering: Friday, May 1 (Application Deadline)

Want to explore new and diverse cultures while gaining valuable engineering experience? The College of Engineering (CoE) is excited to offer financial support in the form of scholarships to students participating in international internships.

Awards between $1,000-$3,000 will be made to CoE undergraduates pursuing international internships during the spring/summer term.

The scholarship is designed to benefit those who would otherwise face financial barriers to participation and is open to students pursuing in-person, paid or unpaid, international internships (for credit or not for credit).

Website: https://mcompass.umich.edu/_portal/tds-program-brochure?programid=10413