At IHS, we’ve been working on enhancing our career support services to students, and on April 10 and 11, we're hosting our Career Days again. The event will feature workshops, inspiring speakers, and a speed-dating event with IHS alumni.
Please note that the event is open only to IHS students.
Whether you're exploring job prospects or seeking valuable insights into the Dutch job market, this event will help you grow your network and develop your professional identity. Our alumni will be offering firsthand perspectives and representing top companies. Check out the detailed schedule below!
10 April, Thursday
by Bart de Bruin, EUR Career Services
In this informative workshop, you will gain insight into different ways to approach the labour market, including the invisible labour market. You will learn about effective ways of applying to avoid having to compete with 100 fellow applicants. The message is: don't just focus on job boards, but find your own way. You will discover how to do this in this workshop.
Please note that for this session you will be required to bring a laptop and have a ChatGPT account.
Panel discussion with PhD Researchers from IHS
moderated by Prof. Dr Dr Lasse Gerrits, Academic Director
Whether you're considering pursuing a PhD or simply curious about academic career options, this session is not to be missed. Featuring IHS PhD candidates and our Academic Director, this session offers valuable insights into the significance of attaining a PhD, the opportunities it presents, and the challenges one may encounter along the way.
11 April, Friday
by the IHS Marketing team
Do you need a professional photo for your LinkedIn profile or CV? Are you unsure if your previous work experience is relevant for LinkedIn? Don’t worry! Our team is here to help you enhance your online presence and secure that dream job. We will be available in a designated area next to Classrooms 1 and 2 to provide advice on your LinkedIn profile and take a professional photo for your future job applications.
by Nikola Janoušková, EUR Career Services
Networking is an effective way to discover hidden vacancies. The aim of this workshop is to provide you with techniques and insights on how you can approach this in an accessible and professional way. More and more companies first recruit via LinkedIn before they publish the vacancy. Learn in this workshop how to create a professional-looking LinkedIn profile, map your network, maintain it, and orient yourself in the job market.
by Frédérique van 't Groenewout-Beerden, Head of HR
Have you ever wondered what an HR manager thinks while reviewing your job application? Well, we will give you a sneak peek from an HR point of view. Frédérique van 't Groenewout-Beerden, a former HR Manager at IKEA and currently the Head of Human Resources at IHS, will share some valuable tips and ideas on how to make your application stand out and more appealing to employers.
Connect with IHS alumni who have successfully transitioned into various professional fields. Whether you're seeking career advice, mentorship, industry insights, or more contacts in your network, this session offers the perfect platform to make meaningful connections and explore diverse career paths.
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If you have any questions, please contact us at ihs@ihs.nl.
