General Information

• Target audience: PhD students (from CIIMAR and other institutions)
• Location: CMIA de Matosinhos (to be confirmed)

Registrations

Fee:

• 30€ – CIIMAR PhD students

• 45€ – PhD students from other institutions

How to register

Registration:

• Register through this form.
• Pay through bank transfer until June 5, 2025, to: CIIMAR Bank Details: PT50007900000826888810276
• Send proof of payment to: trainingandcareer@ciimar.up.pt
• After sending the proof of payment, a confirmatory e-mail for the registration will be sent.

Course description

A two-day event tailored to PhD students at any stage of their journey, designed to support the transition to a wide range of career paths – from academia to industry and beyond. Participants will explore how to articulate the value of their doctorate, prepare targeted CVs, pitch themselves effectively, and use LinkedIn and job interview strategies to stand out. The event will end with a pitch contest and a social gathering.

Specific aims of the course

• Understand how to communicate your value as a PhD holder

• Learn to tailor CVs to different sectors (academia, industry, etc.)

• Improve personal presentation skills

• Build or enhance your LinkedIn presence

• Prepare for job interviews

• Practice pitching through a contest with awards

Instructors

Ana Freitas & Ana Salgado

In case of any questions, please contact CIIMAR’s Advanced Training & Careers‘ office.