17 March - 26 March, 2026

Career Week

Career Weeks at ITU are your chance to explore what a future job could look like. Through workshops, talks, and networking events, you’ll get hands-on inspiration for your career - whether you're just starting out or already have ideas in mind.

You’ll meet professionals, get feedback on your CV and applications, and learn how to talk about your skills with confidence.

It’s a great way to try things out, connect with others, and take small steps toward your paths in life.

Think of it as a professional playground—where learning happens through doing.

— ITU Study and Career Guidance

Events and activities

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6 Essentials When Preparing for an Interview

Going to an interview can be exciting, but it can also feel nerve-racking when you want to make a strong impression on the hiring panel.

The most important thing to remember is that you have already impressed them with your profile, skills, and experience. They already see you as an interesting and relevant candidate, so try to find calmness and build confidence in that fact.

To make the interview experience as smooth as possible, prepare in advance. With the right preparation, you will feel more confident, be ready to shine in any interview situation, and make the most of the opportunity.

1. Stay calm and confident (You’ve got this!)

It’s not only what you say but also how you present yourself that leaves an impression. Being aware of your body language and managing your nerves can help ensure you don’t undersell yourself.

Do whatever helps you get into a calm and positive mindset before the interview—have a coffee, go for a walk, or call a friend. This will give you the energy to stay positive and show enthusiasm during the interview.

2. Know the job

You’ve heard it before—and it’s true. To make a strong impression, you need a solid understanding of the position you are interviewing for.

Do your research: review the job posting, revisit your application, and, if possible, talk to people in similar roles. Putting in this effort will help you feel prepared and confident.

3. Refine your story

You will almost always be asked to talk about yourself. This is your opportunity to set the stage—so make the most of it.

Keep the job description in mind, reflect on your experiences, and highlight what is most relevant and impressive. Focus on what differentiates you from other candidates, and build a clear narrative around the two or three key points you want them to remember.

4. Understand different types of questions

You will often encounter two types of interview questions: situational and behavioural.

In situational questions, you are asked how you would handle a challenging situation related to the job. These questions aim to assess your analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Behavioural questions, on the other hand, focus on your past experiences: how you have acted and performed in specific situations. These help the interviewer understand how you might behave in similar situations in the future.

5. Build strong, concrete answers

It is not enough to simply state that you have the right qualifications. You need to demonstrate them.

Prepare a few examples in advance that highlight your skills and strengths. For instance, if you describe yourself as a team player, support it with a specific example that clearly shows this. Explain what the situation was, how you contributed, and what the outcome or impact was.

By giving concrete and descriptive answers, you make it easier for the interviewer to understand your strengths and remember you.

6. Prepare your own questions

Asking questions is an important way to show your interest in both the position and your potential future colleagues. Even if you feel you have no questions, it is a good idea to prepare a few in advance.

Simple but thoughtful questions can be very effective, such as:

  • “What do you enjoy most about working here?”
  • “What skills are most important to succeed in this role?”

Having a few questions ready will leave a positive impression and show your engagement.

 

7 WAYS TO BRUSH UP YOUR LINKEDIN PROFILE

How do you use LinkedIn? If you are like most people, you are a part of the social media network, but mostly ignore it, until the very moment you need it. Here you will find 7 quick and easy things you can do now (and maintain every few months) that will enable you to take advantage of all LinkedIn has to offer while you are a student!

1. Give your profile picture a check-up

Ask yourself if your picture is current enough, feels professional and will make a positive impression on those stopping by your profile. The best profile photo is of you alone in a somewhat professional outfit.

2. Make sure your headline is current and compelling

The right headline carries a lot of weight: it can give search engines valuable information and it can draw in readers. It is actually the first thing people see when they land on your profile. As a student, you might want to try writing what you specialize in or have a particular passion for, rather than just the title of your education.

3. Prioritize adding a summary

A personal summery of 40 words or more makes your profile more likely to turn up in searches. The summery should speak of your skills, motivation and interests. It will help people fully understand your skill set and reach out to your with relevant opportunities.




4. Highlight both your education, volunteer experience and jobs

Your online CV should represent all of you. Remember that you gain valuable skills from more than just the jobs where you where payed. List all the different roles and positions you have had and add a short description each place of what you learned or gained experience from.

5. Make use of multimedia

LinkedIn allows you to post videos, pictures and presentations of your work.

As a student this is a platform for you to share the projects you engage in each semester. That give people a better understanding of what you work on and how you work! Also, profiles with media elements get subsequently more views.

6. Do not be stingy with connection requests

It is always better to add recent connections straight away. Whether you are working with someone new or meet someone interesting at an event (such as IT Match Making), be proactive and reach out to people you admire or want to get to know. Connections are helpful for many reasons and an important part of using the platform effectively. Building a professional network while you study will not only help you in job search, but could give you valuable inputs from professionals on your papers and projects.

7. Browse your network and reconnect with people

Take a few moments every few months to look at your network and send people quick messages saying hello, congrats on the new job or anything else. You need to keep relationships strong before you are asking for a favour. If someone is doing something you are truly interested in, take it a step further and suggest a quick catch up or coffee.



How To Network With Confidence At It Match Making!

Networking can be an intimidating experience - especially when it is being hosted as an online event. However, it is important to participate because it can lead to new connections and opportunities while you study. We encourage you to grasp the opportunity! Therefore, we have gathered some tips for networking with confidence and reflective questions that will help you to connect the companies.

Perfect Your Story
All the people you meet will ask you about yourself and your skills, and rather than responding with a blank stare and a lot of hesitation, you are off to a good start if you have prepared a brief and powerful summary of your background, experiences and accomplishments.

  • How will I present myself to new acquaintances / companies at this event? 

  • Are there any particular projects, courses or extracurricular activities  it may be relevant to add?

Determine Your Goals Ahead Of Time
Having a clear idea of what you hope to get out of the experience, will fill you with purpose and direction from the start. It will also ensure that you are make the most of the time you have.

  • What is the objective of my participation in IT Match Making?

  • What would I define as a success criterion? 



Have Your Questions Prepared

Events with industry are perfect arenas for expanding your network or gain fruitful advice from experts on everything from exam projects to job search. Asking curious questions will make most people set aside time for you, so take some time to ensure you are adequately prepared.

  • Could the industry provide insights or advice useful for any of my current study projects? 

  • What expert advice could I get from the participants about job search? 

Prioritise Your Time
You will most likely not have time to meet all companies, so take your time to review the list of participants and list the three most important companies you need to speak with before leaving the event – and note down why. 



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