Overview

The DIHK International School Competition is aimed at approximately 135 German international schools in over 70 countries. It awards projects where students develop their own ideas, take responsibility, and actively network with partners from the economy, science, or civil society. The competition is endowed with attractive total funding; contributions are evaluated by an independent jury from education, economy, and the chamber community.

Announcement and Dates

Benefits for School & Economy

German international schools are a central component of Germany's foreign economic relations. They convey German educational standards, promote multilingualism, and strengthen exchange between countries and cultures. At the same time, they are important partners for companies looking for young talents with an international profile. The International School Competition highlights this potential – showing how young people worldwide build bridges that extend far beyond everyday school life.

Participation

Each international school can submit project ideas that have been significantly shaped by students. Key criteria include:

• Students' initiative and innovative strength
• Practical relevance and economic proximity, e.g., collaboration with companies, IHKs, or AHKs
• Sustainability and long-term impact
• Transferability to other schools

The best projects are honoured biennially at the AHK World Conference – an additional occasion to make the results visible internationally.

Further information can be found in the dossier "International Schools".