Career Training Workshops
What is it?
Included in the “Técnico Career Development” program, Técnico offers its 2nd and 3rd cycle students and 1st cycle finalists training sessions for career development.
The training sessions will be taught by professionals from companies with recognized experience in the recruitment and selection processes.
Why?
The Técnico Career Training Workshops aim to reinforce the valorization of Técnico students in the recruitment process and prepare you in the construction of tools and profile that will allow you to be successful in applying for your dream job or in the job interviews you will be performing.
With the support of Fundação Santander, these workshops are led by industry professionals from companies with extensive experience in recruitment and selection processes. Each training module lasts approximately 2 hours and includes a group of 15 to 20 students. You will learn how to build your CV, write the best Cover Letter, improve your LinkedIn profile, and even develop an international career.
Where? When?
Career Training Workshops | Fall Edition
Organized in partnership with Mercer, a global leader in Human Resources consulting.
First Job Done Right: How To Make Smart Choices
23/09/2025, 5:00 PM · Location: V0.04 Civil Building — Campus Alameda
Speaker: Mafalda Rosário (Mercer)
Entering the job market requires strategic choices that can shape your entire career. In this workshop, you will learn how to critically compare job offers — from the role to total compensation — while also considering organizational culture and opportunities for learning and career progression. You will also identify red flags and develop solid criteria to make informed decisions about your first job.
Peak Performance: Mastering Productivity and Teamwork
25/09/2025, 5:00 PM · Location: V0.03 Civil Building — Campus Alameda
Speaker: Luís Rosário (Mercer)
Managing time, priorities, and teamwork are essential skills in today’s professional world. This workshop challenges you to develop practical routines for organization, effective communication, and consistent execution to deliver results together. You will explore productivity methods that boost resilience and collective impact — fundamental to any successful team.
Engineer Your Career: CV and LinkedIn Essentials
30/09/2025, 5:00 PM · Location: V0.04 Civil Building — Campus Alameda
Speaker: Mafalda Rosário (Mercer)
Your professional presence starts with your CV and LinkedIn. In this workshop, you will learn how to structure an impact-driven CV that clearly and convincingly highlights achievements. You will also optimize your LinkedIn profile through strategic keywords, an effective headline, and highlighted accomplishments to increase your visibility among recruiters and employers.
Work Global: Build Your International Career
02/10/2025, 5:00 PM · Location: V0.03 Civil Building — Campus Alameda
Speaker: Marta Neto (Mercer)
Working or collaborating with international organizations is an increasingly accessible challenge — but one that requires cultural and practical preparation. In this workshop, you will explore the best strategies for finding opportunities abroad, adapting CVs and cover letters, preparing for interviews, and planning your international mobility.
Previous Editions of the Career Training Workshops
- 2024 Edition – Summer Edition
- 2023 Edition – Fall Edition
- 2022 Edition – Spring Edition (March–May 2022)
- 2021/2022 Edition – Women Edition (April 2022)
Career Center Team
careercenter@tecnico.ulisboa.pt
