Fully Funded Talent Meets Bertelsmann 2019 is looking for talents with entrepreneurial, innovative mindsets. The program is a international networking event from June 24 to 26. Through the program, you will get an opportunity to tackle the challenges and opportunities digitalization and big data both bring, and participate in demanding workshops. Also, you will get to work hand in hand with experienced Bertelsmann entrepreneurs on key business ideas, and present your results in front of a jury of Bertelsmann executives. Furthermore, it is a chance for you to gain an in-depth insight into one of the biggest media companies in the world.

Benefits of the Program

• An invitation to Berlin from June 24 to June 26, 2019
• Workshops on future trends in Bertelsmann’s business areas
• Attractive prizes for the best ideas and designs
• An unforgettable party with a concert from a BMG talent
• Individual career consulting as well as outstanding networking opportunities
• Membership in the extraordinary “Talent Meets Bertelsmann“ network, which gives you the chance to build a long-term relationship with us and other talented member

The organizers will cover the costs of each participant’s hotel room for two nights (June 24 to June 26, 2019), as well as travel expenses up to 300 EUR for students coming from European schools and up to 500 EUR for students from non-European schools.

Eligibility

• Bachelor, Master or MBA students or doctoral candidates, ideally in the field of business, economics, humanities, media management or informatics with a keen interest in data science
• Experience in developing creative, data-driven business models and a fascination with cutting-edge digital trends
• Similarly, proven affinity for media and data in projects conducted outside of a school or university context
• Above-average academic performance, as well as strong analytical and conceptual abilities and communication skills
• Fluency in written and spoken English

Applying

You need to apply online. Your application (in English) should tell about yourself and your goals. Likewise, you need to include why you want to participate in “Talent Meets Bertelsmann.” Your resume should clearly indicate that you are fascinated by media as well as data, and your motivation letter should explain why you are eager to pursue entrepreneurial challenges. In addition, you can attach any certificates attesting to your proficiency in English if available.