The CV is a key element in the recruitment process, hence the necessity to have an impeccable one. How would yours fare among dozens, if not hundreds, of CVs sent to the company you hope to work for ? Luckily, we offer you the opportunity to perfect your CV. There will be a booth in the BC hall throughout the day with alumni who will stay available to provide you with tailored feedback about your own CV.

It will soon be the time for you to dive into the working world, but perhaps you have a few concerns or questions that you'd like to discuss open-hearted. This is why we are inviting alumni to talk about their own experience on diverse subjects. This discussion-oriented activity will allow you to engage in interesting conversations with alumni who already went through some of your interrogations and have great insights about them. The featured subjects are : Statups, Academia vs Industry, Research and Development, Women in IT.

The Speed Networking sessions are a new way for both students and IC alumni from diverse backgrounds to meet and network: for each session (24min), you will have 6 minutes to present yourself to each of the 4 alumni one after the other, and they will present you their company and their profiles. This should let fast exchange of information and contact for both parties, and successful or interesting meetings can be later continued during the network lunch or the closing aperitif! Note that there is a limited number of spots for this activity so make sure to sign up for it as soon as possible.

You have spent years studying the ins and outs of computer science, and coding interviews may very well be one of the first times you will need to put into practice the skills you acquired. As such, we believe it would be beneficial for you to practice and get advice directly from the people who run them! This activity begins with a presentation of what you need to expect from a (traditional) interview, and then a few mock coding interviews with an alumnus from either Google or Oracle. Note that there is a limited number of spots for this activity so make sure to sign up for it as soon as possible.

How do the theoretical principles of Software Engineering apply to massive software systems with millions of lines of code, developed over years by dozens of different teams? [Alumni] from [entreprise] will give you a condensed overview of the organization on a big project.

What is like to work on critical systems and what are the safety measures of the industry (aviation, nuclear...). How do you verify such systems to work correctly ? [Alumni] here is [job] on a sensible software at [entreprise]. She/he is here to give you an overview on the organization of a team on such softwares.

During the lunch break, professors, alumni and students will come together over a meal, providing the perfect setting for networking and conversation. You will have the chance to engage directly with alumni, tapping into their wealth of knowledge and experience. The lunch is going to be a delicious vegetarian buffet!

Have you ever dreamt about creating your own video game? Join [Alumni] from [studio], known for their work on [game names], as they share their insights and experiences in the realm of independent video game development.

Discover generative artificial intelligence from A to Z in this presentation by [Alumni]. Explore what it is, how it stands apart from other types of AI, and uncover the complexities of data collection and algorithm training. Explore the many uses of generative AI and learn how professionals in different fields can use it as a powerful tool.

What are the indirect uses of NLP ? Medecine, chemicals, engineering and research are influenced by this powerfull technology. [Alumni] will present you examples of such use of NLP and explain in his/her point of view the future of these technologies in his/her domain.

Join [Alumni] to discover why safeguarding personal information is crucial and how to manage data responsibly. Learn tips to ensure privacy, prevent breaches, and comply with regulations like General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

[Alumni] incorporates open source tools into daily operations and is dedicated to expanding their utilization within [entreprise]. Join to hear firsthand about the practical applications of open source and the advantages it brings to an established organization like [entreprise]. Discover the inherent value of open source in industry and gain insights into its positive impact on a well-established firm.

The event will end with an aperitif, a second opportunity to interact with the alumni, professor and other students.

Have you ever wondered what concrete projects the IC labs are working on ? Are you interested in pursuing a more research-oriented career after your Master or looking for an academic project, but you are unsure which lab to join ? Then take advantage of the Poster Session, co-organized with EPIC, and have a chat with the numerous PhDs who will be here to showcase their work! This activity will be held around lunchtime and you will be free to roam around.

Do you wonder what does it take to found a startup and how does it work? Do you want to know what kind of leverages do you have access to? Then come discuss with Maurice Gaillard, head of program at Blaze, the accelerator for fast-deploying startups at EPFL, at his stand in the BC hall !