Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the target candidate group of Careers in Europe (CIE)?

We focus on final-year university students and early-career professionals with up to 5 years’ work experience and an excellent academic track record (at least bachelor level). Candidates should be fluent in English and at least one other European language.

2. I have missed the application deadline. Can I still apply and will my application be accepted?

You may still apply but in the selection process priority will be given to people who met the deadline.

3. How can I be sure that my application was submitted correctly?

Log in to www.careersineurope.com with your personal email address and password and check under "Event status". If you have submitted your application correctly, your status should be 'applied'.

4. How and when will I know if I have been selected for the event and if I have any interview(s)?

The selection of the candidates will be done by our consultants according to the criteria that each participating company gives us. As soon as a company informs us of its selection, we will inform the selected candidates by email specifying the company and the role. This will be about 3 weeks before our event

5. When do I receive my interview schedule?

You will receive your schedule when you check in to the event.

6. Where does the event take place?

The venue for the event is confidential and is only communicated to invitees. Invitees will find the exact address, practical details and additional travel information by clicking on "more event info +" in their personal profile.

7. How many companies can I expect at a live event?

Please check the list of attending companies regularly on www.careersineurope.com for updates.

8. What is best practice concerning my CV during a Career in Europe Event?

Bring printed copies of your CV to distribute - you may also wish to add a suitable professional picture.

9. How is contact with the different companies attending the event organised?

Each participating company has a hospitality room where you can introduce yourself and arrange additional interviews.

10. Are there any other costs for the candidates besides travel and accommodation costs?

Participation in the event is free. Candidates receive a sandwich lunch, coffee, CV coaching and a city tour.

11. Are there any jobs on offer apart from those listed on the Careers in Europe event website?

All jobs are posted under http://www.careersineurope.com/jobs (event job). However, some companies might have other open positions. Check directly with the company representatives at the event.

12. What kind of interviews can I expect at the event?

Each interview will last between 30 minutes and one hour. With some companies candidates might have more than one interview. The interviews arranged are all real first-round interviews - the exact interview structure depends on the company.

13. What is the dress code at the event?

We advise you to dress in business attire. First impressions count.

14. Is there any way to check whether Careers in Europe received all the information concerning my attendance?

We contact the candidate if we have a problem with the confirmation. If you do not hear from us, then we have received all the information correctly.

15. Why have I not been invited to the event?

There are various possible reasons for this:
- You may have received the invitation email from us, but it may be sitting in your Junk Mail folder
- Companies give us a list of very specific requirements, including qualifications, experience and language skills. It may be that you do not exactly match any of their profiles and therefore have not been selected. You may still be eligible for other opportunities that arise, so please keep your details and CV updated