Career Fair

Postdoc Academy – Your Career Space

Postdoc Career Fair on June 11, 2026

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Humboldt Graduate School

Exploring Career Opportunities Beyond Academia

Stepping out of the academic world could be both an exciting and daunting prospect. While some eagerly explore opportunities in industry, science management, public service, or entrepreneurship, others may find it challenging to determine an entry point.

The Postdoc Career Fair, hosted by the Berlin University Alliance, provides guidance, concrete insights, and networking opportunities for postdocs considering career paths beyond academic research.

Agenda

Experienced researchers who have made the transition into careers outside of acadmia, as well as HR representatives, will share their insights in panel discussions.

09:00	Welcome & Introductions Keynote Address: “Berlin Job Market” Introduction of organizations represented at the fair
10:00 – 17:00	Individual counselling and CV reviews
11:00	Panel discussion “Research outside the University” Research Careers Outside the University / Research-oriented career paths beyond academia
11:00	Panel discussion “Society: Foundations, NGOs, Think Tanks” Careers and Roles in Foundations, NGOs, and Think Tanks
11:00 – 15:00	‘Marketplace’: Information stands from employers, further education institutions, and career development experts
14:00	Panel discussion “Self-employment”
14:00	Panel discussion “In focus: Career paths in water-related fields”
15:00	Panel discussion “Career Opportunities in the Berlin-Brandenburg Metropolitan Region“
15:00	Panel discussion “Government Institutions and Public Administration”
16:00	Coaching: “Harvest of the day and strategy development”
17:00	End

Preparation for the fair

Participate in an online workshop to:

Define and refine your professional profile
Optimize your CV for target positions
Develop strategies for effective networking

Put your plans into action afterwards à hier ist mir unklar: bezieht sich das auf den Workshop? Dann wäre es eigentlich ein Zirkelschluss: Die Pläne nach der Fair sollen in einem Workshop umgesetzt werden?

Receive ongoing support through a follow-up workshop series, facilitated by a labor market expert and a peer group.

Dates for the workshops will be announced shortly.

Information for Organizations and Companies

Join our career fair for PhD graduates looking to transition into careers outside of academia. Engage with highly qualified candidates and identify potential future professionals through a dedicated information booth from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
A designated section of the ‘marketplace’ space is reserved for organizations in water-related domains.
Starting in April 2026, participating organizations will receive anonymized CVs of registered attendees, enabling advance coordination of meetings.

Logistics and Support for Participating Organizations

A comprehensive booth setup is provided, including a table (approx. 80 x1.50 cm), two chairs, and a standing table.
Participation in the fair is free of charge.
Please deliver your promotion materials (banners, flyers, etc.) in advance to our office: Humboldt Graduate School, Luisenstr. 56, 10117 Berlin, Olga Miller, Room 114, 030 - 2093 89700
Delivery Window: Wednesday, June 10, 2026, between 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Collection Period: Friday, June 12, 2026, between 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.