Finding a job can be quite a challenge, especially when there is a global pandemic that seriously impacts the job market. Needless to say, this makes the process a bit more complicated. Therefore, the BAIS Alumni Association organized a panel discussion about finding a job during the COVID-19 pandemic. The six BA International Studies alumni that served as panelists provided the attendees with plenty of advice.

The essence of our alumni network is staying in touch, keeping abreast of important developments, and cheering each other on. I recently came across the phenomenon of ‘kinkeeping’, which reminded me strongly of the relevance of alumni relations.

The Alumni Association is looking for a Social Media Officer to boost our online presence! Do you have extra time during the lockdown and are looking for something meaningful to do in the evenings? This is your opportunity to give back to the BAIS alumni community.

From the current stories of our BA International Studies alumni career paths have been distilled. Whether you already know what you want to do after International Studies or not, these career paths can give you inspiration and direction.

Read the stories of our alumni specialized in South Asia and Southeast Asia here.

Did you ever wonder about your opportunities after graduating? Did most International Studies students go to find a job or did the majority go on to pursue their Master’s degree? And maybe more interesting, in what kind of sectors do they end up once they start working? This year, the Career Service Humanities conducted a survey amongst alumni who graduated between 2016 and 2020 to hear about what happened after graduation….

Read the stories of our alumni specialized in Europe here.

Read the stories of our alumni specialized in Africa here.

Read the stories of our alumni specialized in Russia and Eurasia here.

Read the stories of our alumni specialized in South Asia and Southeast Asia here.