Program Overview

Program Overview

The Freie Universit酹 Berlin offers a training program for Media and Information Services Specialists. The program is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of library services, media, and information technology.

Program Description

The program is a 3-year training course that starts on September 1st. Participants will undergo various bibliothekarische training sessions, where they will learn about different media, communication with colleagues and users, and research techniques for the internet and databases. The program also includes practical training in other institutions outside the Freie Universit酹 Berlin, as well as the possibility of an internship abroad.

Benefits

Participants in the program will receive a tariff-based training allowance, a yearly bonus, and other benefits such as:

• 30 days of vacation
• A subsidy for the Germany ticket job and VBB company ticket
• A bonus of 400 upon successful completion of the training
• Reimbursement of most school book costs

Requirements

To be eligible for the program, applicants must have a middle school diploma. The university values diversity and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. The selection process is based on the applicant's motivation, willingness to learn, and ability to work in a team.

Admission Criteria

The admission criteria include:

• Motivation and willingness to learn
• Interest in various media and digital services
• Reliability and sense of responsibility
• Teamwork and communication skills
• Good German and English language skills
• Good comprehension and expression skills
• Initiative and flexibility

Training Content

The training program includes:

• Acquisition, processing, and provision of different media
• Advice to library users
• Research techniques for the internet and databases
• Insight into other areas of work, such as training and public relations
• Practical training in other institutions outside the Freie Universit酹 Berlin
• Possibility of an internship abroad

Duration and Start

The training program lasts for 3 years and starts on September 1st. The training allowance is:

• 1st year: 1,236.82
• 2nd year: 1,290.96
• 3rd year: 1,340.61

Diversity and Equal Opportunities

The Freie Universit酹 Berlin values diversity and offers an environment where everyone feels welcome, regardless of their background, gender, or life situation. Applications from people with disabilities are explicitly welcome and will be given preference if they have the same qualifications as other applicants.