"As my second independent project, I decided to create a series of three posts about young carers. At the beginning of my internship, the Bremen Family Network had contact with an employee of the Senator for Health, Women and Consumer Protection, which led to an interview with him and a State Councillor at the Senator's office. That was a very special experience for me. At the same time, I underestimated how many rounds of revisions are necessary for a series of posts."
Elena M.
Practical semester in the rehabilitation pedagogy degree program (2026)
"I learned a great deal, especially in the areas of public relations and social media. I was able to learn how to plan, design, and clearly communicate content for different target groups. At the same time, I learned to work more independently, contribute my own ideas, and take responsibility for my tasks."
Helin Y.
Practical semester in the Sociology BA program (2026)
"From the very beginning, I was treated not just as an intern, but as a fully-fledged team member. This open, appreciative, and warm atmosphere made my internship twice as enjoyable. I am very grateful for the time and the many positive experiences I will take with me into the future. So, if you want to wake up without a knot in your stomach before work, familiennetz bremen is the right place for you."
Charline K.
Practical semester in the Public Health studies program (2026)
"The best thing about the internship, however, was the sense of community. I immediately felt comfortable in the office, and the relaxed atmosphere made working really easy. I arrived at a time when Familiennetz Bremen was undergoing a major transformation with the launch of its new website, and yet I still felt welcomed and integrated right away. Above all, even though you're "just" the intern, you're treated as a full-fledged team member – that's very affirming and a really nice feeling overall."
Lea H.
Practical semester in the Religious Studies BA program (2026)
"The opportunity to participate in various working groups and networking meetings was particularly enriching. These events were not only informative, but also gave me insights into topics with which I had previously had little contact. In particular, the topic of 'children of inmates' sparked my interest and broadened my perspective on social challenges."
Nathalie B.
Practical semester in the Sociology BA program (2026)
"It was wonderful to be able to work so independently, as it made me feel trusted and supported. I assisted the team with the organization and implementation of the family education network, which is hosted by familiennetz bremen, and I was involved in the relaunch of the new website. That was very exciting, as I was able to learn about the various processes and steps involved in such a large project."
Karen G.
Practical semester in the sociology studies program (2026)
"As described at the beginning, I had certain expectations for my time at Familiennetz Bremen. Looking back, I can say that my expectations were exceeded! I gained many insights into various areas of family education, was able to work independently and autonomously on my own projects, and now also have a bit more clarity about what I can imagine doing professionally in the future. I am also very grateful that I was able to work with such wonderful people!"
Emma D.
Practical semester in the sociology studies program (2026)
"During my internship, I learned a lot about networking between institutions. I attended working groups on a wide variety of topics, was able to develop projects independently, and collaborate with organizations such as the counseling center at Rat&Tat – Zentrum für queeres Leben eV."
Anna H.
Practical semester in the Social Work studies program (2026)
"In the second month – December! – my main task was the Advent calendar. I had planned to debunk a myth/fact about family every day; it involved a lot of research, but I also really enjoyed it and had a lot of freedom with it. And every day there was also a giveaway in my story for Bremen-specific family activities that I had organized."
Jette S.
Practical semester in the sociology studies program (2025/26)
"A key lesson for me was how important communication is. And not just externally, but also within the team. Often, small agreements, brief feedback, or considering different perspectives helped to avoid misunderstandings or to structure tasks more clearly. I also learned that openness and empathy in the social sphere are not just qualities one 'should possess,' but that they must be lived in everyday life, in every meeting and every phone call."
Marit P.
Practical semester in the Social Work studies program (2025)
"Participating in the design and maintenance of the Instagram account to make information more easily accessible for families was particularly exciting. Towards the end of my internship, I also helped with the planning and organization of the 'Family Education' network, which takes place twice a year."
Denise K.
Practical semester in the study of Sociology/Educational Sciences (2025)
"The public internship reports on the website gave me a good impression of the tasks and expectations at Familiennetz. That's how I ended up doing my internship here. I especially enjoyed the editorial work on Instagram and creating family-related posts. Even though I rarely use Instagram privately and had never used Canva before, I received excellent training. The feedback and the great communication among colleagues were a huge help!"
Jonas B.
Practical semester in sociology (2025)
"What truly distinguished the internship, however, was the team. From the very beginning, I wasn't treated like 'the intern,' but as a fully-fledged member of the team. Whether in professional discussions, creative brainstorming sessions, or in-depth conversations about family, parenting, and life in general, I always felt taken seriously, included, and supported."
Celine G.
Practical semester in the field of educational sciences (2025)
"Overall, I would recommend the internship to anyone interested in working with social media and wanting to learn how information work functions in the field of family education. The working groups offer the opportunity to make contacts and learn how social media can be used in a social context."
Alexandra H.
Practical semester in the study of Art in Social Context/Art Therapy (2025)
