Italy
participants
The event was proposed as an integral activity of the ESN international Erasmus Careers project, thanks to which we won the call for the Local phase. For some time, the section had been discussing a training event on these topics, which were so important for our volunteers, most of whom were just entering the world of work or had recently entered this reality. The main objective was to enhance the skills acquired during periods of international mobility, helping participants to recognize their importance and present their potential to the world of work in the best possible way. The activity aimed to provide practical tools to improve employability, strengthen awareness of their own abilities, and promote greater integration between mobility experiences and future professional careers.
Basically, the activity was structured as a one-day event, combining workshops, presentations, and individual consultations facilitated by both volunteers from ESN and professional experts, such as an HR expert.
(Session 1: 10:00-12:00am). The day began with the "Cultivating Excellence through Mobility" Workshop, which used interactive, non-formal education methods like world-café discussions and self-assessment exercises. Participants analyzed the soft skills developed during mobility and discussed their relevance to the job market.
(Session 2: 2:30-5:00pm). After the lunch break, the Competence Showcase Workshop engaged participants in presenting specific competences acquired abroad. This hands-on session allowed them to explore practical applications and receive peer feedback.
(Session 3: 5:30-7:00pm) The event concluded with the "Erasmus+ and ESN in Your CV" Presentation, led by an HR professional, who provided insights into crafting professional CVs and optimizing LinkedIn profiles to highlight mobility and volunteering experiences. This was followed by the Employability Insights Session, which offered practical strategies for presenting these competences in professional settings.
To personalize the learning experience, each participant also received individual consultations with a professional recruiter, who offered tailored feedback on their CVs and LinkedIn profiles, providing actionable steps for improvement.
Since it was an activity targeting only our members, we sponsored the event exclusively on our WhatsApp channels, through which we informed members daily about the events and activities organized by the section. In particular, several notices were sent to the communications group, on the bulletin board, and in the newbies group.
The event was a great success among all the participants, which is why our member and speaker were asked to repeat this format several times during the following year. The members were all interested and involved, thanks to the topicality of the subjects covered and the practicality of the sessions, all accompanied by a workshop during which they learned relevant and valuable information for creating their CVs and LinkedIn profiles.
This activity is part of the project:
Erasmus Careers