Interested in an International Career? Join Today’s Online Talk with the International Labour Organization

Veröffentlicht von Zentrum für Karriere und Kompetenzen am 28.10.2026, 12:59 | Kommentar

Are you interested in working for an international organization and contributing to meaningful global change? Today, you have the opportunity to gain first-hand insights into an international career at the United Nations.

As part of the “Berufe im Profil” lecture series, the University of Passau welcomes Christine Hofmann, a University of Passau alumna who studied Languages, Economics and Cultural Studies (Kuwi) and now works for the International Labour Organization (ILO), a specialized agency of the United Nations.

From Passau to the United Nations

Christine Hofmann has built an international career spanning Geneva, Cairo and Abidjan. As Senior Regional Skills Specialist, Global Skills Programme Manager and Head of the ILO’s Africa Skills Hub, she works to strengthen skills development and lifelong learning systems across Africa.

Her work combines strategic programme management, policy advice, international cooperation and partnership development. She collaborates with governments, employers, workers’ organizations and international institutions to promote vocational education, lifelong learning and decent work.

What does it take to pursue a career in an international organization? According to Christine Hofmann, essential qualities include a passion for intercultural work, a healthy dose of idealism and a commitment to work that makes a difference. Flexibility, strong communication skills and analytical thinking are also key.

During today’s talk, she will share insights into her career path, the challenges of working in an international environment and the opportunities available to graduates from a range of academic backgrounds.

Join the Online Talk Today

The lecture is open to students from all disciplines and offers an opportunity to learn more about international career paths and ask questions directly.

Date: Wednesday, 28 October 2026
Time: 6:00–8:00 p.m. (CET)
Location: Online via Zoom
Language: English
Participation: Free of charge; registration required

Register Now via Stud.IP

There is still time to register and join today’s session. Enrol in the course using the event number 65012 W in Stud.IP. The Zoom link will be made available in the course shortly before the event.

Register via Stud.IP

The event is organized by Zukunft: Karriere und Kompetenzen (ZKK) in cooperation with kuwi.netzwerk.

Take this opportunity to explore international career prospects and discover how you can turn your academic background into a career with global impact.

Kategorie(n): Internationales, Nach dem Studium, Neben dem Studium, Studium, Veranstaltungen

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