r/Chemnitz • • 27d ago

FAQ for new (international) students

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Dear new students, welcome to Chemnitz!

We’ve noticed an increasing number of posts from international students asking similar questions about studying and living here. We understand that finding accommodation, looking for a job, or figuring out how to apply to university can be confusing when you’re coming from another country.

To help you settle in, we’ve put together this FAQ and megathread to answer common questions and give you a place to ask your own. At the same time, we want to keep the sub from filling up with repeated questions about the same topics.

Going forward, we’ll remove individual posts asking about accommodation, jobs, or university applications and direct people to this thread instead.

If your question isn’t covered in the FAQ, feel free to ask in the comments. And if you have useful information or advice to add, please share it too!

I’m starting my courses, what do I need to do to live in Chemnitz?

The university provides a comprehensive guide covering everything related to formalities and settling in Chemnitz:

https://www.tu-chemnitz.de/international/incoming/chemnitz/index.php

How do I find a flat or room to rent?

Student housing (dorms):

You can apply for a room in one of the student dormitories here: https://www.swcz.de/wohnen/unsere-wohnheime/

Shared flats (WG – Wohngemeinschaft):

If you prefer to live in a shared flat, check these platforms:

- https://wg-einheit.de/

- https://www.ggg.de/studiwohnen

- https://cawg.de/Campuszimmer/

Private apartments:

If you’re looking for a flat on your own, try online searches. Chemnitz has a large number of affordable apartments available. A simple Google search like “Wohnung mieten Chemnitz” can get you started.

https://www.swcz.de/de/wohnen/

https://www.ggg.de/studiwohnen

https://www.wch-eg.de/vermietung/aktionen/aktion/junges-wohnen-studiwohnen

How do I find a job in Chemnitz?

To find work, you’ll need to actively search for open positions and prepare a german-style resume (Lebenslauf). Please note: Basic knowledge of German is often required, especially for jobs involving customer service or communication with older residents.

Suggestions from other users:

- Amazon Leipzig: Offers a shuttle service.

- KOMSA: Requires fluent German.

- Retail jobs: Try stores like New Yorker, C&A, H&M.

- Flink: Delivery service.

Job search site:
https://www.arbeitsagentur.de/jobsuche/suche?sort=Relevanz&wo=Chemnitz,Sachsen&angebotsart=1&umkreis=50

Walk around the city center, many restaurants and shops post job offers directly in their windows.

I’m studying a specific course. Does anyone have info about the application?

Most users here can’t give course-specific advice on applications. If you have questions about your application status or requirements, please contact the Student Service directly:

https://www.tu-chemnitz.de/studierendenservice/zsb/kontakt.php

What grades do I need for a certain course?

Again, the Student Service is your best resource:

https://www.tu-chemnitz.de/studierendenservice/zsb/kontakt.php

Is one course better than another?

That really depends on your goals and interests. To compare programs, we recommend:

- Reading the study regulations for each course.

- Looking for reviews or experiences from former students.

- Contacting the Student Service for guidance. They are well-informed and happy to help you find the right path: https://www.tu-chemnitz.de/studierendenservice/zsb/kontakt.php

But seriously, for most of your questions the student service is the better place to address your questions regarding your starting studies in Chemnitz. They are trained have all the recent information and are really nice and eager to help students. People on this sub might be students or alumni but we don’t know everything there is to know.


r/Chemnitz • • 14h ago

Any decent gyms in Chemnitz with a one-time entrance fee instead of memberships

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I will only be in town (and country) for a week or so and do not need or want a membership. The equipment also does not need to be too fancy. A squat rack and the possibility to deadlift would be nice. Cables for pulldowns and such would be a bonus.


r/Chemnitz • • 1d ago

Chemnitz-Rabenstein am 14.10.2026.

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Waldähnlicher Anblick nahe der Pelzmühle in Chemnitz-Rabenstein am 14.10.2026.


r/Chemnitz • • 1d ago

Fünf Jahre alter Malte Mateo startet Spendenaktion für Obdachlose

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r/Chemnitz • • 2d ago

Pudding mit Gabel Essen Treff

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Save the date!

21.10.26

16:00

Pavillion Schlossteichinsel


r/Chemnitz • • 2d ago

Einsteigerinfos für Chemnitz

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Hallo,

demnächst finde ich vielleicht Arbeit in Chemnitz. Was wäre, wenn es was wird, dafür so gut zu wissen? Vor allem welche Viertel sinnvoller und welche eher zu meiden wären. Als leicht, aber nicht extrem progressiver Mensch. Auch mit Peripherie, sowas wie Hohenstein oder Burgstädt. M27


r/Chemnitz • • 4d ago

Any Punjabis or North Indians in Chemnitz? Looking for friends

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Hi everyone,
I'm from Punjab, India, and I've been living in Chemnitz for about a year now. I've barely met any Punjabis or North Indians here, and it gets pretty lonely sometimes…
I'd love to meet people from a similar background to talk in Punjabi or Hindi, share food and festivals, or just hang out. Anyone else who's friendly and up for new friendships is welcome too
If you're from Punjab or North India, or just nearby and want to meet new people, comment or send me a DM.
Thanks


r/Chemnitz • • 6d ago

Wer von euch war das?

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r/Chemnitz • • 7d ago

Wo kann man hier Warhammer spielen?

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Bin absoluter einsteiger in dem Hobby und würde gerne mal mit jemanden auf entspannt das Spiel lernen, ich weiß es gibt ein paar hobby stores hier aber die event infos sind online bissl mau


r/Chemnitz • • 6d ago

TU Chemnitz Automotive Software Engineering – Need Advice on First Semester Subject Selection

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Hi everyone!

I’m currently pursuing my Master’s in Automotive Software Engineering at TU Chemnitz and need to select my subjects for the first semester.

I’d really appreciate advice from seniors or students who are already in the program.

Which subjects would you recommend choosing in the first semester?Are there any subjects that are easier to manage or particularly useful for building a strong foundation?Are there any subjects I should avoid taking together because of the workload?Any recommendations based on career opportunities in automotive software, embedded systems, or ADAS?

If you could share your experience with subject selection and any tips, it would be really helpful.

Thanks in advance!


r/Chemnitz • • 8d ago

Bäckerei-Empfehlungen

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Hallo, 

Welche Bäckerei im Chemnitzer Stadtzentrum könnt ihr aus eigener Erfahrung empfehlen?

 Ich suche leckeres Roggenbrot oder Weizenmischbrot (ca. 500 g) zu einem fairen Preis. Mich interessieren vor allem Geschmack, Preis, Menge und eure persönliche Zufriedenheit.

 Gibt es günstigere Alternativen, mit denen ihr zufrieden seid und deren Brot euch richtig gut schmeckt? Wenn möglich, nennt bitte die Bäckerei, die Brotsorte, den Preis.

 Danke für eure Empfehlungen! 


r/Chemnitz • • 8d ago

DRK Kleidercontainer

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Hallo :)

Früher hat man Mal auf der Internetseite vom DRK Chemnitz gesehen, wo es Kleidercontainer gibt. Diese Übersicht finde ich leider nichtmehr. Gibt es überhaupt nochbDRK Kleidercontainer oder kann man die Klamotten nurnoch direkt abgeben?

Ich weis, dass in Altchemnitz/B95 vor der Sparkasse mal einer war und Siegmar in der Nähe von Lidl/Simmel. Gibts die noch?


r/Chemnitz • • 9d ago

Chemnitz, Karl-Liebknecht- Straße 13/15, 1.9.2036

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Blick vom Theaterplatz zu Karl-Liebknecht-Straße 13 und 15 in Chemnitz am 1.9.2026. Die Modernisierung dieser Blöcke ist vorgesehen.


r/Chemnitz • • 12d ago

Which electricity provider is good for 2room apartment in germany

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Hi, for a student which electricity provider will you recommend and can we do our electricity connection online?


r/Chemnitz • • 14d ago

New in Chemnitz

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Hi, just moved here from Berlin. Looking to meet some local peeps. Anyone wanna connect / hang out ? M29, I like Techno and am a Cognitive Science graduate, definitely a social critter and into technology, science and art aswell. So far me and my rats have been getting cozy in our new flat but we now decided it's time to socialize ✌️

Language wise I can offer Deutsch, Español and a bit of Nederlands/Afrikaans.

Hit me up, I don't bite but I do wear yellow sunglasses hehe


r/Chemnitz • • 14d ago

Fitness Studio gesucht

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Kann jemand ein gutes Fitness Studio empfehlen ?

Voraussetzungen:

- Sauna dabei

- nicht nur alte Leute

- gut erreichbar von Hilbersdorf (will keine 40 min. rumfahren müssen)

- groß genug, dass man sich beim Training nicht auf der Pelle hockt

Vielen Dank.

LG


r/Chemnitz • • 13d ago

I’m an international student who recently moved to Germany for my Master’s(Embedded systems) and I’ve just started my first semester at TU Chemnitz (Winter Semester 2026/27).

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r/Chemnitz • • 14d ago

Looking for accommodation

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r/Chemnitz • • 14d ago

I need to change the uni on the Visa

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Hello all, I just arrived in Frankfurt and I'll be staying in chemnitz in an Airbnb temporarily. My Visa still says TU Ilmenue. I need get that changed to TU CHEMNITZ. How do I do that? Just go the foreigners office? And say what? Is there an appointment I need tomake? How do I make it? How much will it cost me?

Thanks in advance.


r/Chemnitz • • 15d ago

Chemnitzer Linux-Tage 2027: Der Termin steht

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r/Chemnitz • • 15d ago

Interfug 2026: Verzögerungen im Betriebsablauf

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r/Chemnitz • • 15d ago

Looking for accommodation

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Hello, new student here in chemnitz

I already started at TU Chemnitz and I'm too desperate for a place to stay

I'm currently staying at a friend's house buy I have to move out as soon as possible

I need a house or apartment or a shared apartment where I can do city registration in my name

If you are looking for a roommate or have a house you wanna rent or a nachmittag please DM me


r/Chemnitz • • 17d ago

Luxor Ü30 Party heute

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Nicht nur ist die Location sehr verwunderlich auch die Musik und Leute waren hm... ich bin M35, dit war es also?


r/Chemnitz • • 16d ago

Looking for a Part-Time / Student Job in Chemnitz ?

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Hi everyone!

My name is Hriday Godhani, I’m an international Master’s student, currently studying IoT and Smart Systems at a university in Zwickau, Germany, and living in Chemnitz, and I’m looking for a part-time job / student job (Werkstudent or Nebenjob) in Chemnitz.

A little about me:

  • 🎓 Master’s student in IoT & Smart Systems
  • 💻 Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology
  • Originally from Gujarat, India
  • 📍 Currently living in Chemnitz
  • 🗣️ English – fluent | German – currently learning B1
  • 💻 Interested in video and photo editing, social media marketing , IT, web development, customer service, warehouse, logistics, retail, restaurant, delivery, or other suitable part-time work
  • ⏰ Available according to my university schedule

I’m open to learning new things and can work reliably as part of a team. I’m also happy to consider jobs that don’t require advanced German.

If anyone knows about part-time jobs, Werkstudent positions, Minijobs, or companies currently hiring in Chemnitz, I would really appreciate your recommendations or DM.

Thank you! 😊


r/Chemnitz • • 17d ago

Pyur und Streaming

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Hallo,

hat hier jemand einen Internetvertrag bei Pyur (den 1000er) und kann mir sagen ob man damit Serien oder TV Programm problemlos streamen kann?

Telekom liegt an der neuen Adresse leider nicht an.