Toolbox part 2: Discover the job market
Did you already go through our Toolbox part 1 – Discover Yourself? And do you have a clear view on your talents, skills, interests and values?
Congratulations! You are ready to take the next step. Move the spotlight from yourself to the job market and get answers to the following questions:
- How can I stand out in the job market?
- How do I find what suits me?
- How do I build a strong network?
Get started
Go through the tips & tricks below and get yourself ready for your first job!
Invest in expanding your network, both online and offline.
Take a look at the tips and get started!
Put yourself on the map during every step of the selection process.
Consult the tips below and leave a strong impression!
Start exploring the job market and find an answer to following questions: how do I gain more insight into companies and functions? Where can I find relevant vacancies? How can I apply spontaneously?
Working together
- What can you expect during a job interview? Get started with the tips & tricks in the video series 'Job application process from A to Z'!
- Find your first job during the KU Leuven Job Fair and get to meet various employers.
- Train your application skills during the Job application weeks.
International House Leuven: welcoming internationals to Leuven
Have you (almost) graduated and are you looking to live and work in the Leuven region after your studies? Then you should definitely get to know International House Leuven:
- Free consultations with an immigration expert;
- Support for relocation, social integration, living and working in the Leuven region;
- Local network and community building;
- Possibility to participate in various activities & workshops, often free of charge. Some are career-oriented, like the 'Free Career Programme' or 'Way2Work'.