We will help you plan
the path of your professional development
The Office of Career Services at SWPS University will help you chart the path of your professional development. We will support you along the whole process, starting with the professional development plan and ending with an application to a selected job offer. We also help you develop key competencies indispensable on the job market.
Plan your career
If you are wondering what career planning is and where to start this process, you might want to enroll in one of our workshops called “Start your student journey here”. We will show you some examples of potential career paths, and you will learn how to plan your own career. The workshops take place once a month.
Book a meeting with a career counselor
You might also consider booking a meeting with a career counselor, who will help you discover your professional potential. You will learn to recognize your strengths and name the competencies that you already have. This will help you to chart the direction of your professional development and face new educational and professional challenges. During the meetings with our career advisor, you will develop an action plan that will help you achieve your professional goal.
Know your competencies
You can also take part in one of our Development Center sessions. During the event, you will be given various individual and group tasks to complete, and your competencies will be assessed by experts. After the session, you will meet individually with an expert, who will provide you with a report describing your competencies and recommendations for further development.
Review our current job and internship offers
If you are looking for a job or an internship, you can begin with our portal that provides students with current job and internship offers. You can narrow down the search options to find offers that are aligned with your competencies and professional interests. We collaborate with many companies who are glad to welcome SWPS University alumni amongst their employees. You may also discuss specific job offers with a career advisor, during your individual meeting.
Participate in our annual job fair
Every year, we organize a Scandinavian Career Week. The event comprises workshops and lectures conducted by employers and professionals who have broad experience of the job market. The goal of the event is to bring together employers and students of SWPS University. The companies that participate in our Career Week make it their mission to ensure that their organizational culture is conducive to employee development and multicultural workforce.
Meet various employers
To kick start your professional career, take part in our numerous meetings and workshops with employers and graduates of SWPS University. This is an excellent way to learn more about particular industries, specific career paths, and employers’ expectations towards potential employees. The events are a great opportunity for networking with recruiters, and getting to know different organizations.
Prepare for your job interview
Do you feel anxious about a job interview and the whole recruitment process? Do not worry, we will help you prepare your CV, motivational letter, and your profile on professional online platforms, such as LinkedIn. You can also practice your interview skills, during a dry run interview with one of our career advisors.