2026 Career Fair – Inside the Industry – May 14 and 15

Take a look at the program preview and stay tuned!

Thursday 14 & Friday 15 May

 

In parallel to all the events listed below, there will be one-on-one CV Reviews and Mock Interviews with specialists from Michael Page leading international company specialized in the recruitment and selection of qualified personnel.

During these personalized sessions, students can refine their CVs and practice interviews in a realistic setting. Participants will receive direct feedback to improve personal presentation, communication, and confidence, gaining practical preparation for real-world recruitment.

Don’t miss this chance and book your spot here!

Please note: these spots are limited. Please be respectful towards our guests and your fellow students and be sure to show up at the appointment you booked.

 

Thursday, May 14

 

9 – 10 Keynote Presentation: “Food Careers – Working in the Food Industry Today: International Scenarios and Key Skills”

Aula Miroglio

In collaboration with Michael Page

An in-depth look at career opportunities in the global food sector; an analysis of the main trends shaping the industry, the most in-demand roles today, and the business environments that continue to grow.

An opportunity to understand which skills truly make a difference and how to guide your career path in this ever-changing sector.

 

10.15 – 11.45: Alumni Roundtable: “Working in the Public & Non-Profit Sector: Insights from the Field”

Aula Miroglio

A roundtable discussion featuring Alumni working in the public and non-profit sectors, sharing their professional experiences, challenges, and motivations. The session offers practical insights into career paths, impact-driven work, and opportunities within these fields, with space for open discussion and questions from students.

With:

12-13: The EU Parliament at UNISG: Back to University program

Aula Miroglio

Back to School is an initiative strongly promoted by the European Parliament, in which officials from European institutions visit Universities for one day to share the journey that led them to work in Europe’s most important public administration, highlighting the opportunities that EU Parliament can offer careerwise.

With Veronica Schiavini,  HR Staff File Manager at the EU Parliament 

 

14.30 – 16.00: Alumni Roundtable: “Research & Development: a dynamic outlook”

Aula Miroglio

A roundtable with alumni working in Research & Development, exploring the evolving nature of innovation-driven roles. Speakers will share their experiences, career paths, and perspectives on current trends, offering insights into opportunities and challenges within the field, with space for open discussion and questions from students.

With:

 

16.15-18.15:Luxury Catering Case History with La Fenice Catering

Aula Miroglio

Step into the world of luxury catering & banqueting and discover what it means to design a major international event in the iconic Piazzetta di Portofino, together with Enrico Caldesi, Event and Communication manager at La Fenice Catering. From the initial briefing to the technical site inspection, from the creation of the gastronomic proposal to the live event management, the activity will highlight the key moments, unexpected challenges, organizational choices, and all those invisible details that make a luxury event truly unique.

 

 

18.00-22.00: UNISG Alumni Meet-Up @ Casa Battaglino

  • Meet the newly-elected Alumni Board.
  • (Re)connect with the UNISG Alumni Network
  • Participate in a dedicated mentorship matching session
  • Aperitivo & DJ Set

Organized by:

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€15 per person, which includes (pre)registration to the Alumni Association, access to the mentorship matching session, and aperitivo (drink & snack).

Click here for more information about the program and to book your ticket.

Friday – May 15th 

 

9-10: Keynote Presentation: “AI & Career Leverage: How to Build a Personal Competitive Advantage in the Age of Artificial Intelligence”

Aula Miroglio

In collaboration with Michael Page

Artificial intelligence is transforming the way companies and candidates connect. The goal is to understand how organizations use AI in recruitment processes, from CV screening to assessment tools.

At the same time, it aims to explore how candidates can effectively leverage AI to enhance their profiles, prepare for interviews, and identify the most relevant opportunities for their career path.

 

10.15 – 11.45: Alumni Roundtable: “Entrepreneurship: Trials and Triumphs of self-employed gastronomes”

Aula Miroglio

A roundtable featuring alumni who have blazed their own trail in the world of Gastronomy, to share their stories and the lessons learned through their entrepreneurial journies. The discussion will explore both the rewards and challenges of entrepreneurship, offering honest insights, personal experiences, and practical advice, with space for open discussion and questions from students.

With:

 

12 – 13.30: “Pitch Arena: Ignite the Next Big Thing”  Shape your idea, prove its power, face real incubators

Are you ready to present your entrepreneurial project?

Aula Miroglio

An interactive “incubator” session where students and Alumni can present their business ideas in front of a panel of real-world industry professionals.

A unique opportunity to test the strength of your concept, receive direct feedback, and gain insights on how to turn an idea into a concrete project.

Incubators in jury:

How it works:

Pitch session (up to a maximum of 6 projects), each structured as:

5 minutes presentation
5 minutes Q&A
Final roundtable of the jury with feedback on the project and presentation

How to submit your project and participate in the event: 

Please complete this Google Form and upload:

  • an executive summary (PDF, 1 page) with a description of the project and
  • a team Pitch deck (PDF, 8–12 slides)

Deadline: until all spots are filled, and not later than Sunday, May 10

NOTE: access to the form is limited to Gmail-based email accounts (including UNISG student email accounts); if you do not have a Gmail-based account, please contact the Career Center (career@unisg.it) with your proposal documents.

 

14.30-16.00 Alumni Roundtable “Sales and Business Development: driving growth”

Aula Miroglio

A roundtable with alumni who are working in sales and business development, focusing on the strategies and skills needed to drive growth within organizations and companies. Speakers will share their experiences in building partnerships, identifying opportunities, and navigating competitive markets, offering practical insights and space for open discussion and questions from students.

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