Why can't I get a job as a working student?

Question

Hi there, I'm currently in my third semester studying mechanical engineering and I'm very happy with my studies. I'm getting above-average grades and taking my studies very seriously. My goal was to gain experience early on so I could potentially pursue international careers later on. But I keep getting rejected for every student job I apply for. Usually, it's because I don't have any experience or the position isn't a good fit for me. But how else am I supposed to gain experience? Do you have any tips for getting a student job?

xxsadxx · Answer

You could do an internship in the holidays to gain experience.

amormutuus · Answer

Did you miss any alternatives to everything?
Maybe there's something better for you.

Try to think more and more. Not so stiffened on this internship.

My goal was to gain experience quite early in order to be able to get started internationally later.

Perhaps this motivation is too ambitious or somewhat unfavorable for you.

Feel free to be open to alternatives and other ways.

Be also grateful that you can obviously take it.

blinklichter · Answer

A little job at a great company brings you more like a huge one with nobody knows! I wouldn't try to get the "creamy" place you can start with, that unfortunately doesn't happen in the 3rd semester. You'd better find out a place that's really up to you and your already trusted skills at a company where you can climb well. Quite often, new "better" student jobs are written out in the house before they come to the public. Otherwise, it is unfortunately called to apply, apply, apply. Good luck!