What is the German internship visa?

The German internship visa is a type of residence permit. It lets university students do an internship (Praktikum) in Germany.1

This visa is for university students. It’s valid for up to 6 months.2

You must apply for an internship visa at the Ausländerbehörde, or at the German embassy or consulate in your home country.

Sources and footnotes
  1. Make it in Germany, §16e AufenthG 

  2. §16e AufenthG