Student Career Ambassadors – VUB autumn 2024 career guidance workshops

Within the framework of the EUTOPIA Student Career Ambassadors workshops, the VUB Career Center is opening up all of their online sessions (in English) to the Alliance students in collaboration with Randstad Young Talents!

Don't wait until after graduation to think about your (first) job. From discovering what you're looking for to negotiating your salary three dedicated workshops will help you boost your career success during your studies!

The VUB Career Guidance Team from Study guidance offers various workshops in the first semester to help you further! This workshops take place online via Microsoft Teams and are free for all VUB students, VUB Alumni, and EUTOPIA students. These workshops are brought to you in collaboration with Randstad Young Talents. 
 

• Understand the Job Market: from vacancies, company fit to contracts (5th November)

Finding a company and job where you fit right in might sound difficult to find! Where do you find vacancies? Should you be aiming for a position in a small or medium-sized company (SME) or a big corporate? Which type of contract gives you the most benefits as an international employee? We compare the differences for you. 
After following this workshop you will know what different types of contracts are out there. You will understand how the size of a company affects its employees and which company cultures suits you. 

• CV, LinkedIn and cover letters: How to land an interview (14th November)

Having a strong CV and cover letter enhances your chances to be interviewed. Did you know that LinkedIn is a networking tool but also a source of information! Find out how your CV stands out from the crowd! A recruiter will tell you the secrets on how to create a strong CV that sets you apart and how to a quickly craft a persuasive cover letter. After attending this workshop you will also know the pitfalls and benefits of LinkedIn and job platforms.  How to use LinkedIn to network and build your career.

• Interview and salary negotiations: How to land the job (15th November)

Are you ready to nail interviews and salary negotiations? You want to know how to spot potential red flags from companies? During this workshop you will get inside information from a former recruiter on how to prepare yourself for interviews and their questions. After following this workshop you will know what questions to ask the interviewer. What it takes to be able to negotiate your salary and important information is you are in need of a Belgium work permit.

If you're interested, please register here.