Overall impression:

• Options for presenting your application pack: transparent folder with cardboard, loose leaf binder with punch holes or rod
• Covering letter always separate (max. 1 page)
• If possible, application documents should not be stapled together or folded, but sent in a large envelope.

Covering letter:

Your covering letter must clearly express what you want. It is advisable to have found out about the company to which you are applying and be able to say why you would like to work for that particular company. The more specific the statements you can make, the more it will appeal to the company: why are you interested in an internship? In which special field would you like to complete an internship, and what are your preferred focal points? What activities would particularly appeal to you? Which of the advertised internships interests you most? How long do you want your internship to last? When would you like to start your internship?

• Use a PC to type your letter
• Only supply samples of handwriting if requested by the company
• Address the company individually, do not send a standard letter
• Correct address for the contact person
• State the subject matter, making reference to an advertisement, contact or desired position
• When describing your personal aptitudes, relate them to the requirements for the particular position
• Be clear, concise and to the point  
• Maximum 1 page
• No stylistic or spelling mistakes
• Don’t forget the date and signature

Curriculum Vitae:

• Use a PC to type your CV
• Present in table form
• No gaps, starting with most recent history
• Stick rigorously to your layout
• No typing, stylistic or spelling mistakes
• Maximum two sides of A4

Enclosures:

• No original documents
• Certificates: Diplomas, certificates of competence, all work and internship certificates, other qualifications such as language certificates, computing course certificates etc.
• Photo: Not necessary, but sometimes requested. If so, professional passport photos only (no photo booth or amateur images)

References:

• Usually, references must only be supplied when requested.
• You can cover yourself by stating on your résumé: “References gladly supplied on request”.
• However, think about who can say good things about your most recent activity while the application procedure is still underway (e.g. previous line managers, work colleagues etc.)
• Don’t forget to give people whose names you would like to provide as referees advance notice so that they are not caught off guard if they receive a telephone call.