LAS Summerschool 2026
Building Careers in an Interconnected World
How can interdisciplinary thinkers thrive in a world shaped by AI, sustainability, globalization and rapid change?
- 10-13 September 2026
- Rathenaustraße 10, 35394 Giessen
- Participation is free of charge
Join us for four days of inspiring talks, interactive workshops and network opportunities designed to help you to understand the future of work and prepare for your own career journey.
Today's global challenges cannot be solved from a single disciplinary perspective.This Summer School is designed for interdisciplinary students who enjoy connecting knowledge across fields and working collaboratively on complex questions. Students from all disciplines are welcome, especially those with an interest in crossing traditional academic boundaries.
Why Join?
The world of work is changing rapidly. New technologies, global challenges, and evolving career paths require new ways of thinking.
This Summer School offers the opportunity to
- explore how AI and digital transformation are reshaping professions;
- develop future-oriented skills that employers increasingly value;
- reflect on your own strengths and career goals;
- learn from experts from academia and practice;
- exchange ideas with students from different disciplines; and
- build a network that extends beyond your own field of study.
Programme
The Programm ist currently being finalised. Below is an overview of the main themes that will shape the four-day Summer School
Day 1 - Thursday September 10th 2026
| Arrival & Registration | 10:00 - 10:30 | ||
| Lecture 1 | 10:45 - 11:45 | The Next Decade of Work | Prof. Dr. Hennemann |
| Lunch Break | 12:00 - 13:00 | ||
| Workshop | 13:00 - 15:00 |
Being With What is Exploring Feelings About the Future Through Body Awareness & Connection |
Alena Wollert |
| Lecture 2 | 15:00 - 16:00 | Why Interdisciplinary Thinkers are Needed More Than Ever? |
Day 2 - Friday September 11th 2026
| Arrival | 09:00 - 09:30 | ||
| Lecture 1 | 09:30 - 10:30 |
How Democratic is Democracy? Becoming a Democrat in troubled times |
Sebastian Merch |
| Lecture 2 | 10:45 - 11:45 |
How AI Reshapes Work Examples from Social Media Management |
Katharina Möbius |
| Lunch Break | 12:00 - 13:00 | ||
| Workshop | 13:00 - 15:00 | AI as your Career Assistent |
Day 3 - Saturday September 12th 2026
| Arrival | 09:00 - 09:30 | ||
| Lecture 1 | 09:30 - 10:30 |
The Human Side of Work Leadership, Collaboration and Wellbeing in a Changing World |
Kristina Jung |
| Lecture 2 | 10:45 - 11:45 | Regionalmanagement | |
| Lunch Break | 12:00 - 13:00 | ||
| Workshop | 13:00 - 15:00 | How to Aplly in the German Job Market? | Anne Prell |
Day 4 - Sunday September 13th 2026
| Arrival | 09:00 - 09:30 | ||
| Lecture 1 | 09:30 - 10:30 |
Preparing Students for Jobs That Don't Exist Yet. What Employers Will Actually Need. |
Michael Scheld |
| Workshop | 10:45 - 11:45 |
Designing Careers in 10 Years: Vision, Skills, Network, Pimp Your CV. |
Michael Scheld |
| Feedback | 12:00 - 13:00 |
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Travel Grants
If you would like to take part in the Summer School but need or would like financial support, you can apply for a travel allowance using this form. Simply fill out the form and send it, along with the relevant documents, to hilfskraefte.clas.