OPPORTUNITIES: social business case competition CREATIVE SHOCK
Student’s Association of ISM University of Management and Economics from Lithuania invites students to participate in a social business case competition Creative Shock, where you could win 2000 euros and a round-trip flight to any destination in the world.
Creative Shock attracts youth from all over the world to educate them about the concept of social business, its implementation and impact. Participants have to solve two social business cases in the preliminary rounds. The best 10 teams gather in Vilnius, Lithuania to solve the two final cases. They will be competing for the Grand Prize – 2000 euros and Turkish Airlines tickets to any country of their choosing. A more detailed description can be found here.
By participating in Creative Shock, students are able to apply their business management, marketing, and creativity skills and widen their knowledge about social business. In addition, this is a posibility to gain international experience as well as see the impact of their work, as two out of four cases are real-life problems.
How to participate:
- Register here individually or form a team of 43 to 4 members until the 7th of October 23:59 (UTC+03:00, Eastern European Summer Time Zone)
- Pass the two preliminary rounda
- TOP 10 teams will be invited to the finals in Vilnius on the 29th of November – 2nd of December for a 4-day final event
The TOP 10 teams will have only one night to solve the final case! Lectures, networking events, team buildings and lots of other fun activities will be included in the final weekend in Vilnius, Lithuania. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate and contact Creative Shock team via email info@creativeshock.lt
OPPORTUNITIES: „Global notebook“ conference for students
„Global notebook“ conference is an inspiring and challenging, week-long event for students and young professionals. Students will have an opportunity to learn about international relations and law, participate in various workshops, leadership exercises, engage in discussions with diplomats, make new best friends and of course, explore Hague (Netherlands) and Brussels (Belgium), where the conference will be held.
Why to attend?
- Unique conference with two international cities combined in a week
- International exposure
- Combined curriculum of academic and practical aspects (including moot court)
- Opportunity to visit international institutions and gain first-hand experience. Some of the site visits might include European Parliament, ICJ, ICC, etc.
- Opportunity to learn about international law and work of International organizations through simulations
- Opportunity to interact with young leaders of the world
- Develop varied skill sets:
Communication;
Intellectual Development;
Innovation;
Leadership;
Interpersonal Dynamics;
Cultural Tolerance and Respect.
Conference fee – 1500 Eur. This price includes:
- Accommodation
- Pick up from the airport
- Meals
- Transportation
- Workshops
- Site visits
For those who signed up for the end of June, the conference price is 1000 EUR.
OPPORTUNITIES: first SAP Summer Academy “SAP Next-Gen Baltics 2019”
SAP Next-Gen Baltics is an initiative launched by SAP in the Baltic countries as a continuity of successful SAP Next-Gen student events in Denmark, Norway and Sweden. It provides local students with an outstanding opportunity to gain insights on current trending topics within Technology and Business industry, solve real-life business use cases, expand professional network and open up career possibilities.
This year they are launching the first SAP Next-Gen Baltics 2019 as a 3-day summer academy that will take place on 26th-28th of August in Vilnius, Lithuania.
You will be invited to join 3 days of sessions and workshops hosted by SAP experts from Scandinavia. Each day will have a specific topic that will contain the following elements: introduction, short methodology and theory, group work on assignments and cases, group presentations and winner team announcement. There will also be local SAP partners and clients joining the academy as guest speakers so you will have a great opportunity to learn about their business specifics and open up the doors for your career during the joint networking event.
Main topics of SAP Next-Gen Baltics 2019:
Design Thinking
Business Analytics
Machine Learning
Networking / Career Development
Deadline for application: 30 June 2019. Application form.
Date for final confirmation of acceptance: 15 July 2019
OPPORTUNITIES: The EU is looking for young graduates
Are you a recent graduate with an excellent skill set? Do you prosper in an international work environment? Are you motivated to help shape the future of Europe?
The EU institutions offer the opportunity to work on some of the most pressing challenges we face as a society. We are currently looking for talented graduates and young professionals to meet these challenges and to take on a broad range of tasks in formulating and delivering EU policies, and managing resources. We require resourcefulness and resilience but we also provide opportunities to make a significantly positive impact on Europe.
Working for the EU means being part of one of the most impressive integration projects of our time. You will be part of diverse teams dealing with topical issues such as fighting climate change, managing migration, countering terrorism or boosting economic growth and creating jobs. Protecting personal data, ensuring food safety, securing passenger rights when traveling, enabling sustainable technology and preserving nature are just a few of the wide range of topics we are working on. To find out more about what the EU does for its citizens, please visit the website EUandme.
Respect for cultural diversity and promotion of equal opportunities are founding principles of the EU and the European Personnel Selection Office endeavours to apply equal opportunities, treatment and access to all candidates. You can find out more about our equal opportunities policy and how to request special adjustments for selection tests on our dedicated page.
New members of staff start their career in Brussels or Luxembourg. There are some opportunities to seek to work in locations across Europe and around the world.
Don’t miss this fantastic career opportunity – registration opens on 23 May 2019 until 25 June 2019.
Do you have what it takes?
To apply, you need a university degree of at least 3 years in any field, knowledge of 2 EU languages and EU citizenship. Students in their final year of studies can also apply if they receive their diploma by 31 July 2019.
Before you apply, it’s important to think carefully about whether an EU career is the right choice for you. The “EU Career, My Career?” questionnaire and the self-assessment test are able to give you a realistic idea of whether you are likely to meet the standards required to succeed.
Please be aware that it is not enough to obtain pass marks for the tests. Only the very top scorers pass to the next stage of the selection procedure.
OPPORTUNITIES: Catalogue of Internship and Volunteering offers
Are you looking for Internship or Volunteering opportunities?
Right here in front of you is the ninth Catalogue of Internship and Volunteering Offers, which was issued by the Career Centre of Vytautas Magnus university. In this catalogue students will find internship and volunteering offers of enterprises, public institutions, non-governmental organizations. We are hoping that each of you will find something useful in the pages that follow!
FOLLOW THE LINK:
Catalogue of Internship and Volunteering Offers No. 10 / April, 2019
The catalogue provides a standardized presentation of enterprise, institution or organization which is offering internship or volunteering opportunities, indicates the name and conditions of the offered internship / volunteering position. Each publication of an offer includes information about ability to combine activities with your studies, about the period of internship / volunteering, specifies which of offered positions are adapted for students with disabilities and which activities are organized in foreign languages.
VMU Career Centre is not responsible for the content of the offers published in the Catalogue. Companies and organizations decide themselves about the conditions of internship and/or volunteering.
We hope that this catalogue will help you to find a place of internship or you will use an opportunity to test yourself in volunteering, which will be useful in finding your path to labor market!
For more information:
VMU Career Centre
Address: S. Daukanto str. 27, room 301, LT-44249 Kaunas
Website: www.karjera.vdu.lt/en/
Phone no: +370 37 327 983
E-mail: career@vdu.lt
OPPORTUNITIES: Catalogue of Internship and Volunteering offers
Are you looking for Internship or Volunteering opportunities?
Right here in front of you is the ninth Catalogue of Internship and Volunteering Offers, which was issued by the Career Centre of Vytautas Magnus university. In this catalogue students will find internship and volunteering offers of enterprises, public institutions, non-governmental organisations. We are hoping that each of you will find something useful in the pages that follow!
FOLLOW THE LINK:
Catalogue of Internship and Volunteering Offers No. 9 / December, 2018
The catalogue provides a standardised presentation of enterprise, institution or organisation which is offering internship or volunteering opportunities, indicates the name and conditions of the offered internship / volunteering position. Each publication of an offer includes information about ability to combine activities with your studies, about the period of internship / volunteering, specifies which of offered positions are adapted for students with disabilities and which activities are organised in foreign languages.
VMU Career Centre is not responsible for the content of the offers published in the Catalogue. Companies and organisations decide themselves about the conditions of internship and/or volunteering.
We hope that this catalogue will help you to find a place of internship or you will use an opportunity to test yourself in volunteering, which will be useful in finding your path to labour market!
For more information:
VMU Career Centre
Address: S. Daukanto str. 27, room 301, LT-44249 Kaunas
Website: www.karjera.vdu.lt/en/
Phone no: +370 37 327 983
E-mail: career@vdu.lt
Survey to better understand international students’ motivation for coming to Lithuania
Have you ever thought about your career after graduation?
If you are a full-time student from abroad, public organisation “Create Lithuania” would appreciate 3-5 minutes of your time for a quick, anonymous survey to better understand international students’ motivation for coming to Lithuania and possible challenges.
Survey link you can find here.
The Fellowship of Lithuanian Christian Students
LKSB VDU
The Fellowship of Lithuanian Christian Students
Place: Vytautas Magnus University
Tel. for Lithuanian students (Goda) +370 662 55349
Tel. for foreign students (Ričardas) +370 672 27218
E-mail kaunas@lksb.lt
Website https://www.lksb.lt/lt
LKSB mission – to gather Christian students who share Gospel with other students.
The Fellowship of Lithuanian Christian Students (LKSB) is a movement of students, unifying Lithuanian Institutions of higher education. The main aim is to make an impact of the Christian outlook and lifestyle on students in Lithuanian universities, develop active and responsible members of society with strong spiritual and moral beliefs.
Together students study the Bible, discuss the relevance of the Word of God and other important topics nowadays, organize debate, seminars, film viewing, parties, and camps, spend time together, and participate in various events.
LKSB is a member of (International Fellowship of Evangelical Students (IFES).
Time of meetings
Information about meeting place and time you can find at our website or “Facebook” pages:
LITHUANIAN STUDENTS
Debõra Gvazdikaitė
tel.: (+370) 64302536
fb LKSB Kaune
FOREIGN STUDENTS
Joe Paulson
tel.: (+370) 63835793
fb LKSB International Student Ministry
Fill the survey about how to find a job and win valuable prizes from exclusive tips to an Amazon voucher
We know that searching for jobs may be easy but finding the right one is not a walk in the park.
By sharing your thoughts in our survey, you are shaping the future of recruitment!
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REGISTRATION for career consultations
Sadly, but we are not able to find you a job in Lithuania… Gladly, we are able to help you in this searching process!
Register for a career consultation if you want to:
- Write or rewrite your CV and get some useful comments about it
- Get some advices about how to write a motivational letter (only for a particular jog offer!)
- Prepare for a job interview (it helps to treat the stress and feel more self-confident during the real conversation with your future boss)
- Get some advices about volunteering in Lithuania
- Have a full coaching session if you feel a little strugled and don’t know what to do next in your career’s way (ONLY for students with good english skills!)
FOLLOW THE LINK TO THE REGISTRATION HERE.
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Career guidance is provided by Career Center Consultant.
If something will change and you will not be able to come to consultation, please inform us by e-mail: cv@vdu.lt or by phone: +370 37 327983. Thank you!
If you need more information about Lithuania’s law for foreign students about their working abilities, please contact Lithuanian Labour Exchange.