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Careers at the Faculty of Science and Engineering

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We understand that you make a big investment by coming to study with us. That's why we build your career as soon as you begin. We will guide and connect you with our partners in industry, research, and entrepreneurship.

By the time you finish your studies, you will have paved the way for the next step in your career. With in-depth knowledge, real-world experience, and a professional network, you are ready to contribute to the solutions and innovations of tomorrow.

Need a little longer to decide on your next step? No worries!
After you get your diploma, you can get a visum for an entire Orientation Year to find and start your first job.

During your studies

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  • Research & in-company projects: study and work on real-world problems at companies and research institutes like ASML, Philips and ENTEG.

  • Professional Network: build your network and find internships and student jobs.

  • Company Visits & Events: get to know all the major players operating in your field.

  • Startup Challenges: Test your ideas in our startup incubator programmes.

After your studies

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  • Ties with Industry: build your career at our partners in industry.

  • Academia: continue academic research as a PhD researcher or combine study and in-company skill training during an EngD (Engineering Doctorate).

  • Entrepreneurship: Materialize your research, get funding and build a new product embedded in the Startup Ecosystem Groningen.

  • Alumni Network: after graduation, you can still benefit from of our network as alumnus/a.

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Partners in industry

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