Transitioning from purchasing a MacBook to student employment at KSF Grill in Schorndorf
In May 2025, Sahan, a student from Sri Lanka, arrived in Germany to continue his studies in digital marketing. Little did he know that a simple purchase of a used MacBook via classified ads would lead him to an opportunity with KSF Grill Equipment GmbH, a company based in Schorndorf, Cham district.
Upon arriving, Sahan was greeted by Manfred and Cordula Sturz, who picked him up at the station and offered him a place to stay overnight in their home. The following day, Sahan travelled from Nuremberg to Schorndorf for the MacBook pickup and was surprised to find out that the seller was the owner of KSF Grill Equipment GmbH.
After the meeting, Sahan expressed his interest in finding a student job in digital marketing. Manfred Sturz and his wife, impressed by Sahan's enthusiasm, invited him to an evening event. It was during this event that the idea of Sahan working as a student at KSF Grill Equipment GmbH was discussed and well-received.
Since July 2025, Sahan has been supporting KSF Grill Equipment GmbH. The company, which specializes in high-quality grill equipment and accessories for professional and private use, values quality, innovation, and personal customer relationships. After consultation with the managing director of KSF Grill Equipment GmbH, Hans-Jürgen Piendl, Sahan started working as a student.
KSF Grill Equipment GmbH announced that Sahan would gain international experience by working with them. Sahan's previous professional experience in his home country and his eagerness to learn made him an ideal candidate for the role.
For international students arriving in Germany, finding a student job can be a practical challenge. However, Sahan's story demonstrates that with a strategic approach, it is possible to secure employment shortly after arrival. Here are some tips for international students:
- Utilize University Career Services: Visit the career services at your university, such as LMU’s Career Services for International Students. These services provide tailored support to help international students enter the German job market.
- Search Online Job Portals: Regularly check platforms like Arbeitnow, which list current student jobs across Germany, including part-time or working-student roles in various sectors.
- Prepare Proper Application Documents: Follow advice from career services and prepare a German-style CV and cover letter, as these are crucial in catching employer attention.
- Network Locally and Online: Join student groups, attend job fairs and events organized by the university or city, and connect on platforms like LinkedIn or relevant Facebook groups.
- Explore Work Eligibility and Hours: Verify the legal regulations regarding allowed working hours for students, which influences job choices and duration.
- Consider Relevant Part-Time Jobs or Internships: Take part-time roles related to your skills or studies for experience, such as tutoring, retail jobs, or internships.
By combining support from university career services, active online job searching, networking, and understanding German employment rules, a new arrival like Sahan from Sri Lanka can effectively find a student job in Germany soon after arriving. Sahan's international experience is now being added through his work at KSF Grill Equipment GmbH, and he is gaining valuable insights into the German job market while exploring beautiful Bavaria.
[1] LMU Career Services for International Students: https://www.career.lmu.de/en/students/international-students/ [3] Arbeitnow: https://www.arbeitnow.de/en/
During his initial days in Germany, Sahan found himself in a surprising turn of events, learning that the seller of a used MacBook was the owner of KSF Grill Equipment GmbH, sparking an opportunity within the company. (home-and-garden and shopping)
Inspired by Sahan's enthusiasm and previous professional experience, KSF Grill Equipment GmbH offered him a student job in digital marketing. To aid international students in securing employment, tips include utilizing university career services, searching online job portals, and preparing application documents to catch employer attention. (education-and-self-development)
