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The International Office

The International Office supports students, doctoral candidates, researchers and employees with regard to stays abroad and in Siegen and assists with the acquisition of international projects.

 

Team International Office

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Schriftzug: FIT Well Being and Social Integration mit Grafik eines Superhelden, der eine Kugel den Berg hochschiebt.

Workshop for International Students: Resilience

Learn to handle rejections with poise and remain confident throughout the application process.

F-S (Room to be announced upon registration)
22.08.2026, 13:00 - 18:00 oclock
Schriftzug: FIT Well Being and Social Integration mit Grafik eines Gehirn und Pflanzen.

Workshop for International Students: Stress Management

Learn how to better manage stress in your daily student life and strengthen your mental health in the long term.

F-S (Room to be announced upon registration)
31.08.2026, 15:00 - 18:00 oclock
FIT Logo und Grafik von zwei Frauen, die mit Laptop an einem Tisch sitzen und sich unterhalten.

Online Workshop for International Female Students: Applying Strategically

Workshop for Women: Learn how to showcase your skills and position yourself successfully in the job application process.

Online (The meeting link will be provided after registration)
04.09.2026, 09:00 - 12:00 oclock
Weltkugel mit Pfeil drumherum, rechts Text und Unilogo

Orientation Days for international students

Welcome to the University of Siegen!

Before the start of the summer semester, the International Student Affairs department offers orientation days for exchange students and international students (Bachelor's or Master's students) starting an (exchange) degree program in Siegen.

Studienservice Center (F-S)
29.09.2026 - 02.10.2026
29.09.2026 - 08.10.2026
Weltkugel mit Pfeil drumherum, rechts Text und Unilogo

Orientation Days for international students

Welcome to the University of Siegen!

Before the start of the summer semester, the International Student Affairs department offers orientation days for exchange students and international students (Bachelor's or Master's students) starting an (exchange) degree program in Siegen.

Studienservice Center (F-S)
29.09.2026 - 02.10.2026
29.09.2026 - 08.10.2026
Fit Logo und Illustration einer vernetzten Arbeitswelt mit fünf Personen und Symbolen für Teamarbeit, Kommunikation, Projektmanagement und Datenanalyse.

Workshop for International Students: Work Culture

Understand German work culture and strengthen your intercultural skills as you start your career.

F-S (Room to be announced upon registration)
24.10.2026, 09:00 - 15:00 oclock
Schriftzug: FIT Soft Skills and Employability und Grafik mit 2 Personen, die an einem Tisch stehen und sich die Hand reichen

Workshop for International Students: Job Interview

Prepare for job interviews and learn how to impress employers during the interview.

F-S (Room to be announced upon registration)
07.11.2026, 10:00 - 16:00 oclock
Schriftzug: FIT Soft Skills and Employability und Grafik mit einer Spielfigur, die ein Spielfeld vor dem Feld mit dem Begriff Job steht.

Workshop for International Students: Employability Training

Discover your strengths, refine your professional profile, and prepare specifically for your career launch.

F-S (Room to be announced upon registration)
13.11.2026, 16:00 - 20:00 oclock
Schriftzug: FIT Soft Skills and Employability und Grafik einer Dartscheibe unter der Jobs steht. In der Mitte ist ein Dartpfeil. Oben drüber ist ein Suchfeld.

Workshop for International Students: Job Search

Optimize your job search and learn how to successfully navigate the application process.

F-S (Room to be announced upon registration)
14.11.2026, 09:00 - 14:00 oclock

Management

International Projects and Third-Party Funding
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Madeleine Höfer

Staff member acting head of department ISA, Erasmus University Coordination KA 131, Outgoing Team: Internship and short programs (BIP, doctoral mobility)
Madeleine.Hoefer@zv.uni-siegen.de
0271-740-3819
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Foto von Nina Fenn

Dr. Nina Fenn

Department Head, Acting Head of the International Office Division
welcome.center@uni-siegen.de
+49 271 740-4244
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Support for international students

Incoming Students
Lena Bürger

Lena Marie Bürger

Staff Member for International Graduate Student Support, International Buddy Program
Lena.Buerger@uni-siegen.de
0271-740-3911
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Maria Eivar

María Fernanda Eivar Fonseca

FIT Project Staff Member, Coordinator of Well-Being Programs
Maria.EivarFonseca@uni-siegen.de
0271-740-3909
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Portraitbild von Kim Hain

Kim-Kristin Hain

FIT Project Staff Member, Labor Market Readiness Coordination
Kim-Kristin.Hain@zv.uni-siegen.de
0271-740-3912
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Support for exchange students

Go Abroad
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Susanne Engelmann

Outgoing team member, Erasmus+ & Global Exchange study abroad program
Susanne.Engelmann@zv.uni-siegen.de
0271-740-2004
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Bild MH ISA

Madeleine Höfer

Staff member acting head of department ISA, Erasmus University Coordination KA 131, Outgoing Team: Internship and short programs (BIP, doctoral mobility)
Madeleine.Hoefer@zv.uni-siegen.de
0271-740-3819
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Alicia Platt International Office

Alicia Platt

Mitarbeiter*in Incoming-Koordination, Erasmus+-Hochschulkoordination KA 171
Alicia.Platt@zv.uni-siegen.de
0271-740-3905
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Mariza Felipe Mathis

Employee Incoming Exchange Students
Mariza.Mathis@uni-siegen.de
0271-740-3914
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Mitarbeiterin IO

Julia Shirley M.A.

Mitarbeiter*in EWP-Koordination
Julia.Shirley@uni-siegen.de
0271-740-2087
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Welcome Center for International Researchers

More Information
Foto von Nina Fenn

Dr. Nina Fenn

Department Head, Acting Head of the International Office Division
welcome.center@uni-siegen.de
+49 271 740-4244
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Foto Michaela Krex Welcome Center

Michaela Krex

Staff Member, International Researcher Advisory Services
welcome.center@uni-siegen.de
0271-740-5044
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Translation

Steven Sidore Uni-Übersetzer

Steven Sidore

Mitarbeiter*in Übersetzungstelle
Steven.Sidore@zv.uni-siegen.de
0271-740-2314
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Finances

Profilfoto Malvina Löschmann

Malvina Löschmann

Mitarbeiter*in Technik und Verwaltung Finanzen, Stipendienverwaltung
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University Alliances

Portraitfoto Qiu Lan

Lan Qiu

China-NRW University Alliance

+86 10 58902841 
lqiu@uni-koeln.de 
A 827 Library Building China University
of Political Science and Law
No. 25 Xitucheng Road
Haidian District
Beijing 100088
China


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Comenius International Partnership Program

German/English
Internationales
Antrag, Persönliche Beratung
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Education Abroad Advisors

German/English/German/Spanish

Make the most of your time studying at university! Discover our services on studying abroad, traineeships, and short-term stays abroad - in Europe and around the world! Whether you want to gain international experience, broaden your horizons, or plan your career, we are here to support you every step of the way.

Internationales
Antrag, E-Mail-Beratung, Online-Beratung, Persönliche Beratung
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Erasmus+ International (ICM) - KA 171

All information on the international dimension of the Erasmus+ program.

Our current partner countries are: Chile, Georgia, Ghana, Jordan, Kenya, South Africa, Uganda and the USA.

Internationales
E-Mail-Beratung, Online-Beratung, Persönliche Beratung
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Exchange students

German/English
Internationales, Studienberatung, Studienorganisation
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FIT for International Students

English

FIT supports international students from orientation to career entry: develop your skills, build connections and successfully enter the German labour market.

 

Internationales
E-Mail-Beratung, Online-Beratung, Persönliche Beratung, Schulung und Weiterbildung
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New cooperations

German/German/English/English

University partnerships open up new horizons.

If you would like to enter into a new partnership, please contact the International Office!

Internationales
E-Mail-Beratung, Online-Beratung, Persönliche Beratung
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Santander Scholarships

The University of Siegen uses Santander funds to support the mobility of students and doctoral candidates to Siegen and the participation of students in summer/winter schools/excursions.

Internationales
Antrag, E-Mail-Beratung, Online-Beratung
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Study bridge

German/English

Are you a participant in the Goethe-Institut's Studienbrücke program, are you interested in studying in Siegen and have questions about the program and what is on offer at the University of Siegen? Or have you already completed the Studienbrücke program and are already studying in Siegen? Then you've come to the right place!

Internationales, Studienorganisation
E-Mail-Beratung, Online-Beratung, Persönliche Beratung
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Suport for international researchers (PhD/postdoc)

German/English

The Welcome Center supports international researchers with preparation, arrival and networking during their stay in Siegen.

Internationales, Personal
Austausch/Community, E-Mail-Beratung, Online-Beratung, Persönliche Beratung
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