OpenFieldThuringian Ministry of Economic Affairs Public Policy Internship
Two-and-a-half-month policy practicum embedded within state government directorates drafting regional energy transition legislation and municipal public health guidelines.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Enrolled in Erfurt master’s degree in public policy, economics, or communication
- English language proficiency
- German working proficiency (B2/C1)
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Curriculum vitae and policy writing sample
- Recommendation letters
- One faculty referee approval
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- €850/month living stipend for 10-week ministerial placement
- Application fee
- Free
- Tuition / joining costs
- Credit-bearing internship towards degree requirements
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- May 1, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Erfurt documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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