Praktikantin

Praktikantin is the feminine form of Praktikant, a person who participates in a practical training position in a company, organization, or institution to gain work experience and insight into a field. The term is used in German-speaking countries and denotes a gender-specific designation for interns or trainees.

Internships are common in many sectors, including business, engineering, media, science, social work, and public administration. A Praktikantin may be a student, a recent graduate, or someone seeking a career change. Internships may be part of an educational program (Pflichtpraktikum) or a voluntary activity, and many provide academic credit or professional training certificates.

Work arrangements vary: durations range from a few weeks to several months, and tasks can span from observation and administrative support to hands-on project work. Many internships include supervision and mentoring. Compensation also varies widely; some Praktikantinnen are paid, others are unpaid or receive a stipend, depending on national law, sector, and organizational policy. Safety, working hours, and other employment conditions may apply, particularly in paid placements.

In German-language usage, Praktikantin denotes a woman; the masculine form is Praktikant. To express gender neutrality, forms such as Praktikant/in or the gender-neutral Praktikant*in are increasingly used in writing and job postings. The term is widely encountered in job portals, university career services, and corporate recruiting materials.