Workshop overview Career Services
Most workshops take place offline on location. The location is listed for each workshop. If a workshop takes place online, this is clearly stated. You will receive an MS Teams link from the trainer in advance. It is not possible to take an offline workshop online.
Are you unclear about what kind of job will suit you, what you are passionate about, or where your strengths lie? In this workshop, we will explore these questions to find out what is in your wheelhouse. By consciously and actively engaging with these themes, you will find out what it is you really want and what you find most important.
An experienced career coach will encourage you to look at different aspects of yourself and your life, and based on that information, explore your future. By mapping your interests, capabilities, motives and career values, you will determine what is (most) important to you. After that, you will be better able to consider the jobs, organizations and occupations that fit your preferences.
After this workshop, you will continue your job search with more self-knowledge and more self-confidence.
Who is it for?
3rd-year and 4th-year Bachelor and Master students, recent UU graduates and PhDs of all Graduate schools. Free entrance.
Registration for:
- 15 November | 13.30-16.30 | Marinus Ruppert building 136 (in English)
NEW: 12 December | 9:30-12:30 | Buys Ballot building 401 (in Dutch)
13 December | 13:30-16:30 | Marinus Ruppert building 005 (in English)
16 January | 13:30-16:30 | Marinus Ruppert building 032 (in English)
NEW: 18 January | 13:30-16:30 | Marinus Ruppert building 121 (in English)
23 January | 13:30-16:30 | Marinus Ruppert building 115 (in Dutch)
Tip: Is the workshop you want to sign up for fully booked already? Check our website a few days before the workshop takes place because there will always be some spots available last minute.
Tip: You can also choose to register for the Ikigai workshop from team Wellbeing. In this workshop you will explore what gives you energy and makes you happy workwise but also on a more personal level.
Do you know what skills you’ve acquired during your life as a student? People tend not to think much about these things. Transferable skills are useful in all kinds of professional contexts and you carry them with you from one job to the next.
If you want to convince an employer that you’re the right person for a job or an internship, you need the ability to present your skills with clarity and conviction. This workshop will make you aware of the transferable skills you’ve developed in your studies, at your (temp) jobs and in your extracurricular activities.
Furthermore, you’ll analyse a job offering and try to assess, as accurately as you can, what the employer is looking for. You’ll learn to distinguish between specialist and generic (though job-specific) skills. You will then catalog your transferable skills and practice by providing examples that show what skills you possess.
Upon completing the workshop, you’ll know exactly what your skills are and you’ll be able to advertise them better.
Who is it for?
3rd-year and 4th-year Bachelor and Master students, recent UU graduates and PhDs of all Graduate schools. Free entrance.
Registration for:
- 22 November | 09:30-12:30 | Buys Ballot building 385 (in English)
- 4 December | 13:30-16:30 | Buys Ballot building 071 (in English)
- 8 December | 13:30-16:30 | Marinus Ruppert building 032 (in Dutch)
- 18 December | 13:30-16:30 | Marinus Ruppert building 011 (in Dutch)
- 16 January | 14:00-17:00 | Marinus Ruppert building 115 (in English)
Tip: Is the workshop you want to sign up for fully booked already? Check our website a few days before the workshop takes place because there will always be some spots available last minute.
The job market offers innumerable possibilities. Do you know how to find organizations and jobs that suit your profile? Or how an employer searches for suitable candidates and what possibilities you have to increase job opportunities? In this workshop you will learn how to get a better understanding of organizations. Furthermore, you will also learn how to use and improve the network you belong to.
It makes sense to bear your preferences, qualities, and motivations in mind as you explore the job market. To do that, you need a clear picture of what criteria your future job has to meet. If you don't have that yet, it is recommended to follow the Self-analysis for Career Development workshop first. You could also look into some jobs that interest you and formulate criteria based on those.
In the Exploring the Job Market & Networking workshop you will learn how to explore the job market and search for vacancies by making use of your own network. Furthermore, we will look at the ways employers select employees and how to anticipate their needs as you look for a job. You will also learn how to present yourself in the best possible way to prospective employers by preparing a professional pitch.
When you complete this workshop, you will gain a better understanding of how to approach the job market and will be more aware of the potential of your own network. As a result, you will approach prospective employers with greater confidence.
Who is it for?
3rd-year and 4th-year Bachelor and Master students, recent UU graduates, and PhDs of all Graduate schools. Free entrance.
Registration for:
15 November | 09:30-12:30 | Marinus Ruppert building 136 (in Dutch)
24 November | 13:30-16:30 | Marinus Ruppert building 031 (in Dutch)
29 November | 13:30-16:30 | Minnaert building 206 (in English)
19 December | 13:30-16:30 | Marinus Ruppert building 135 (in English)
18 January | 09:30-12:30 | Marinus Ruppert building 136 (in English)
Tip: Is the workshop you want to sign up for fully booked already? Check our website a few days before the workshop takes place because there will always be some spots available last minute.
Have you already made a LinkedIn account but is your profile still not set up properly? Are you unsure how to use LinkedIn and for what purposes? In this LinkedIn Basics workshop, you will learn how to build a strong online profile so you can start expanding your network. The sooner you start working on this, the easier it will be to use LinkedIn when searching for a job or internship. Especially since a strong online presence is essential nowadays.
In this workshop you will learn what a strong profile looks like and how to make sure that recruiters/employers find you. You will get to work on your own profile, and receive feedback on your profile. After this workshop, you will know how to further improve your profile.
If the workshop is being hosted on location, please bring your (charged) laptop with you so you can get started right away.
If you have followed this workshop before, or if your profile is as optimized as possible already, you can sign up for the Advanced LinkedIn workshop. In this workshop, you will learn how to connect with people (you don’t know very well) and how to use LinkedIn when trying to find a job.
Who is it for?
3rd-year and 4th-year Bachelor and Master students, recent UU graduates, and PhDs of all Graduate schools. Free entrance.
Registration for:
Tip: Is the workshop you want to sign up for fully booked already? Check our website a few days before the workshop takes place because there will always be some spots available last minute.
Do you want to know how to make LinkedIn really work for you? In this workshop you will learn:
- how to build and maintain a good network
- how to find vacancies
- how to write a good summary
- how to use groups and company pages
To participate, you need to have a completed LinkedIn profile. Don’t have one yet? Sign up for the workshop LinkedIn Basics, or get started to work on your LinkedIn profile yourself first. It could also help to follow the workshop Exploring the Job Market & Networking. When the workshop takes place on site, please make sure to bring your (charged) laptop with you so you can get started right away.
Who is it for?
3rd-year and 4th-year Bachelor and Master students, recent UU graduates and PhDs of all Graduate schools. Free entrance.
Registration for:
- 23 November | 14:00-16:00 | ONLINE (in English)
- 5 December | 10:00-12:00 | ONLINE (in Dutch)
- 21 December | 14:00-16:00 | ONLINE (in English)
- 19 January | 10:00-12:00 | ONLINE (in English)
- 24 January| 10:00-12:00 | ONLINE (in Dutch)
Tip: Is the workshop you want to sign up for fully booked already? Check our website a few days before the workshop takes place because there will always be some spots available last minute.
Are you ready to look for an internship or new job? In this workshop you will learn what is standard practice for writing an effective cv and appropriate cover letter.
Using instruction video’s and detailed explanations of do’s and don’ts, we will show you the different components that make up cv’s and cover letters. We’ll also discuss how employers select from all the cv’s and letters they receive, and how you can use this knowledge to your advantage. During the workshop you will start working on your cv and cover letter and give each other feedback with the help of a checklist. There will be plenty of time for you to ask any questions you may have.
Once you have finished your cv and/or cover letter using all the knowledge you’ve gained during the workshop, you can get this checked by a career officer in an individual session.
This workshop is an excellent starting point for students who are new to writing cv’s and cover letters.
Who is it for?
3rd-year and 4th-year Bachelor's and Master's degree students, recent UU graduates and PhDs of all Graduate Schools. Free entrance.
Registration for:
Tip: Is the workshop you want to sign up for fully booked already? Check our website a few days before the workshop takes place because there will always be some spots available last minute.
Do you know what is important during job interviews? This workshop will help you understand the employer's perspective and how to play into their needs effectively. In this workshop we will focus on the interview that you need to do to get a job or internship.
For this workshop, it is important that you have a relatively clear idea of what kinds of organizations and jobs appeal to you. If you are not there yet, we recommend that you follow the workshop Exploring the Job Market & Networking first. Do you want to learn how to write your CV and cover letter? Please follow the workshop Writing a cv and cover letter.
For the Preparing a job interview workshop, you will analyze a vacancy of your choice in order to assess what an employer is looking for. You will examine how your motivation and experience align with the job. You will also practice your answers to some common job interview questions and will be coached on how to improve your presentation.
This practical workshop will help you build confidence for your next application for a job or internship. Afterwards, you can make an appointment with a career officer to practice one-to-one.
Who is it for?
3rd-year and 4th-year Bachelor's and Master's degree students, recent UU graduates, and PhDs. Free entrance.
Note: Are you a Social Sciences master student? Then this training is already part of Academic Professional.
Registration for:
21 November | 14:00-17:00 | David de Wied building 1.36 (in Dutch)
21 December | 13:30-16:30 | Marinus Ruppert building 135 (in English)
17 January | 13:30-16:30 | Marinus Ruppert building 032 (in English)
25 January | 13:30-16:30 | Marinus Ruppert building 135 (in Dutch)
Tip: Is the workshop you want to sign up for fully booked already? Check our website a few days before the workshop takes place because there will always be some spots available last minute.
Is time slipping through your fingers? Are you running behind schedule? Or do you struggle with switching between all your interests and responsibilities? Or do you find it difficult to say no in time or ask for help? If some of these issues sound familiar to you, time may be managing you rather than you managing your time. This can lead to an ineffective way of working that triggers a unproductive spiral that feeds on itself.
In this workshop you will familiarize with some classic time management models and methods. These will help you organize and prioritize your work in order to get things done. For example, we will distinguish between urgent and important tasks and will discuss the psychology of our own decision making. Together we will make an inventory of proven time management principles from which you can choose the lifehacks that most resonate with you. You will also fill in a short self-assessment questionnaire to examine what working style(s) characterizes you best. You will learn more about the benefits that come with a working style and how to recognize and avoid the pitfalls.
After this workshop you will have more tools to improve your self-management and work more efficiently, effectively and consciously. As a result you will increase your productivity, reduce stress and experience more balance.
Who is it for?
3rd-year and 4th-year Bachelor's and Master's degree students, recent UU graduates and PhDs. Free entrance.
Registration for:
- 30 November | 13:30-16:30 | Marinus Ruppert building 121 (in Dutch)
6 December | 13:30-16:30 | Marinus Ruppert building 123 (in English)
9 January | 14:00-17:00 | Marinus Ruppert building 032 (in English)
18 January | 13:00-16:00 | Marinus Ruppert building 123 (in Dutch)
Tip: Is the workshop you want to sign up for fully booked already? Check our website a few days before the workshop takes place because there will always be some spots available last minute.
Congratulations, you got your first job! Only thing left is the employment conditions interview. Are you so happy with your new job that you don't feel the need to negotiate your salary? Or maybe you feel uncomfortable being assertive as a starter towards your future employer? A pity, because there is room for negotiation in every employment conditions interview.
In this workshop, you will learn how to conduct an effective employment conditions interview. You will be introduced to the different subjects you can negotiate on and make a selection of the things that are important to you. You also learn to (better) assess your worth as a starter. This makes it easier to negotiate your salary. You will also practice an employment conditions interview. By expressing your wishes/demands out loud and backing them up with arguments, you will work on your self-confidence for future employment conditions interviews.
After attending this training course:
- You will know how to properly prepare for a salary negotiation
- You have insight into different employment conditions that are important to you
- You are (better) able to carefully, professionally and confidently communicate your own wishes to your future employer
Who is it for?
3rd-year and 4th-year Bachelor and Master students, recent UU graduates and PhDs of all Graduate schools. Free entrance.
Registration for:
1 December | 10:00-13:00 | Marinus Ruppert building 005 (in Dutch) - FULLY BOOKED
26 January | 13:30-16:30 | Marinus Ruppert building 135 (in English) - FULLY BOOKED
Tip: Is the workshop you want to sign up for fully booked already? Check our website a few days before the workshop takes place because there will always be some spots available last minute.
Master Choice and Career
Are you looking for a master's programme but don't know exactly what will suit you? Do you remain uncertain about your choice or do you not know whether you want to do a master's? In the workshop Master choice and career you will learn how to tackle this.
The workshop is free of charge and consists of one meeting.
- You learn more about making choices: how do you go about this? What is the function of doubts? The emphasis is on finding masters that match your wishes and guidance in the process of choosing.
- By means of tests and assignments, you will map out your motivation, interests and qualities. You learn how to translate this into master's programmes inside or outside Utrecht University and career perspectives.
- You will receive tips on how to find good information on masters and career options.
Are you in your bachelor and in doubt whether you have made the right choice of study and would like guidance on this? Then click here.
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Development and Wellbeing
Are you curious what the possibilities are when it comes to development on both academic and personal levels? The University of Utrecht offers many different activities and services in relation to coaching and the development and wellbeing of students. We organize training sessions, study groups and give personal advice. In addition, you can also make an appointment with one of our coaches or fellow students to talk about your development and/or wellbeing.
Click here for more informationOur no-show policy
We are happy to offer workshops for free to all Utrecht University students. However: free of charge does not mean free of responsibility. Our activities tend to be fully booked well in advance. For every late cancellation or no-show we have had to disappoint students who would have liked to attend. This is how we work:
- Once you have signed up for a workshop, we expect you to attend;
- If you need to cancel your registration, do so at the earliest possible moment, at least 24 hours before the workshop;
- Not showing up without notice will mean you cannot participate in any Career Services activity for 8 weeks. Two no-shows mean you cannot participate for the remainder of the academic year.