(Almost) Graduated and looking for your first challenging position? Or interested in pursuing further studies after completing a graduate, bachelor’s or master’s programme? Explore the current labour market and a broad spectrum of opportunities for continued education.
Job Market
Human Resources representatives from more than 250 companies and organisations across diverse sectors are available to provide concrete career guidance and address your questions. Present yourself as a high‑potential candidate and adopt a proactive stance toward prospective employers. Expand your professional network, attend informative workshops in which experts explain recruitment and selection procedures, your first salary package, studying or working abroad, and more.
You can also participate in a CV analysis session, during which an HR professional will review and comment on your CV in a 20‑minute consultation. Please note that prior registration for a CV check is mandatory.
Further Studies
Whether you are a student, employee, job seeker or entrepreneur, the higher education institutions (Ghent University, HOGENT, Artevelde University of Applied Sciences and Howest) present their full range of programmes: from postgraduate certificates, micro‑credentials and continuing education courses to graduate, bachelor’s and master’s degrees, as well as bridging programmes. The spectrum of available study options is both extensive and diverse.
Job Market for Young Researchers
The interuniversity Job Market for Young Researchers is organised annually by Ghent University, in collaboration with AUGent and the other Flemish universities. This career event brings employers together with PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers to discuss promising job opportunities and career trajectories.
In addition to meeting companies and organisations, the live Job Market offers a rich supporting programme featuring workshops and information sessions.