Engineering Excellence E-Guide 2011

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Engineering Excellence

IntroDUCtIon

We live in a world that is more and more global and integrated: Europe relies on the Usa which rely on asia which relies on others; companies sell their products and services on all continents and depend less and less on their national markets to succeed.

future leaders will reflect these deep changes. they will be open-minded, creative and will constantly question the way they do things. Global thinking, mobility, language knowledge, ability to work in multicultural teams will be a must.

our “Engineering Excellence E-Guide” presents you companies that are looking for global engineers.

Be curious and open-minded. the best jobs are not always where you expect to find them. Keep in mind that the perspective is global and that companies which might not be very popular in your home country maybe world leader in their field.

stéphane WajskopManaging Director – Careers International

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Face-to-Face with company representatives:• Marc Huygelen, aUDI aG - Page 8• astrid schiffer, DuPont - Page 16• jo thys, Barry Callebaut - Page 22• yide Zhu, asML - Page 36

candidates’ Voices• jacqueline - Page 12• rakesh - Page 26• Marie - Page 32• Philip - Page 40

E-Guide 2011

Meet international recruiters in one place. for more information

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Why do you want to be an excellent engineer?

“I love digging for technical details and in doing so contributing to improving the world.”

thomas, 29, czech republic

“I like the feeling of satisfaction when I identify the right solution to a problem. And on top of that, there are just so many excellent companies that I would love to work for all over the world.”

emanuel, 27, austria

“I want to be an engineer as I am a problem solver who is always striving to be ingenious especially in the area of renewable energies.”

martin, 23, France

“I want to be able to change something and in doing so make the world a better place to live in. I am very interested in using my engineering skills to help stop climate change.”

Janet, 29, Germany

“I like figuring out how things work and then using them to improve people’s lives.”

luca, 23, italy

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The theme of my PhD thesis was: Every future begins with a

vision. Six months later the future is right in front of me: the fi rst

all-electric Audi A6 for China. I was assisted by 30 colleagues from

Germany and China. But the Audi A6 will always be a part of me.

Zhi Till, PhD student

Area of study: Mechanical Engineering/

Automotive Engineering

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Company Profile: aUDI aG

sustainable technology is becoming an increasingly high priority at the company too. Customers have the choice of a wide range of different models with the same brand identity and this has enabled audi to strengthen its good position even more.audi delivered about 1,092,400 cars in 2010 with its various model rows audi a1, audi a3, audi a4, audi a5, audi a6, audi a7, audi a8, audi tt, audi Q5, audi Q7 and audi r8. our production facilities are in Ingolstadt and neckarsulm (Germany), Brussels (Belgium), Györ (Hungary) and Changchun (China). at the end of 2007, production of the audi a6 started in aurangabad, India and the Q3 got produced in Ma-torell, spain. the company operates in more than 100 markets around the world. aUDI aG’s wholly-owned subsidiaries include automobili Lamborghini Holding s.p.a. in sant’agata Bolognese, Italy, quattro GmbH in neckarsulm and audi China in Beijing, China. audi employs about 60,000 people worldwide, including 46,600 in Germany and 2,350 Belgium.

audi stands for excellence, innovation, high perform-ance, sophistication, sportiveness, progressiveness and uncompromising standards.We are looking for talented staff with passion, drive and dedication. the audi family recognizes the fact that even though we craft some of the finest vehicles on the planet, our work would be in vain without the customers we serve and the people with whom we share our passion. a career with audi offers develop-ment, growth, hard work and the chance to put yourself to the test locally and internationally. find yourself in the driver’s seat. find yourself at audi.

career opportunitiesWe offer students with fluent German language skills of a mainly technical background and business knowledge a number of different internships as well as the opportunity to write their graduation thesis in Germany. for Brussels you need English and french or Dutch language skills on a professional level. at our German locations we welcome talented gradu-ates with an extended international background at our International trainee Programme. In addition students can also apply to join our Development Programme for Graduates with the goal of becoming experts in their fields. this programme contains at least one job rotation within the first 48 months. you can also write a dissertation with us. audi Brussels and the aUDI aG provide plenty of direct appointments in all business areas for gradu-ates and young professionals. though audi Brussels can’t offer some of the programmes the plants in Germany present, it does offer you job stability in an ever changing work environment and the privilege of work on the a1 project, the car that, along with its derivates, is produced exclusively in Brussels.

Your contactyou can find further information about our pro-grammes and actual career opportunities on our website www.audi.com/careers or apply directly at www.audi.de/meine-bewerbung for audi locations in Germany and www.audibrussels.com for audi in Brussels. If you need any personal advice, don’t hesitate to contact us by phone: +49 841-89 31364 or by e-mail: [email protected]. for audi in Brussels please contact the audi Brussels recruitment team by phone + 32 2 348 25 32 or by e-mail: [email protected].

aUDi aG and audi Brussels

the audi Group is one of the most successful manufacturers of premium cars. at the heart of the company is the audi brand: high-quality cars with a modern design that fascinate customers all over the world. the audi brand aims to satisfy customers’ demands for pioneering innovations as promised by the “Vorsprung durch technik” claim and to demonstrate the brand values of sportiveness, sophistication and progressiveness.


Face-to-Face withMarc Huygelen, AUDI AG

although he has only worked for the German car manufacturing giant for the last 3 years, the car lover gets a daily buzz out of driving one of audi’s most luxurious and successful models and knowing that he plays a part in its success. although the company is still very focused on recruiting German speaking graduates, he insists that there are plenty of opportunities for bright engineers from all sides of the spectrum.

a law graduate with an MBa, Marc Huygelen kicked off his graduate career in the global oil and gas company BP. He spent a few years on a trainee programme in the netherlands before moving on to work for Mars. But like most young graduates in their mid-twenties, Mark was hungry for a variety of experiences and was constantly on the look out for new challenges. so when the opportunity arose, he took up the roll of Hr operations manager at toyota Motor Europe. With the job of hiring both blue collar and white-collar workers to fill a number of positions, the go-getter quickly realised that Hr was for him. “all the knowledge I use now comes from then”, he says stressing the importance of the experience he gained in his youth. “the company was booming”, he recalls, “at one stage, we were recruiting 200 people. “ It was an interesting but hectic period of my life”. after it, he moved on to the multinational pharmaceutical and chemical company Zambon before continuing on to the designer and manufacturer of power generation equipment Cummins - always working within the field of Hr. In 2008, a new adventure began at audi.

Marc Huygelen talks frequently about the personal satisfaction he gets out of his job. the thing is, between 1993 and 2008, the Hr guru held down six different key roles at a variety of major companies. His reasons for leaving certain positions were down to his constant strive for variety and challenges. “But when you leave your company, you give something back”, he stresses, referring to the unique experience he took with him from every single role he had.

“all these positions prepared me for the role I have today with audi.”

When he took up with the German car manufacturer, it was a challenging time due to tense relations with the unions. “Certain things had to be done”, he says and “the capacity needed to be decreased”, he continues referring to the uncertainty of the period. But today, “the relationship with the unions is better than it has been in 30 years”, he beams. “and good relations with the unions is the driving basis for a company”.

so, now that things are booming in audi, what are the options for bright young graduates? It does after all boast seven manufacturers all around the world and in 2009 alone it scooped an operating profit of 1.17 billion Us dollars. “there are huge opportunities for engineers”, he starts. “sure, we are building the car of tomorrow in Ingolstadt”. although audi bases

“Driving an audi makes me feel proud”, senior human resources manager for audi Marc Huygelen begins. Born and raised in Belgium, the businessman commutes to the suburbs of Brussels every day in the comfort of his black audi a7. By méabh mcmahon


can be found in Belgium, Hungary, spain, China and India, the southern Bavarian town of Ingolstadt hosts the headquarters. according to the Hr manager, in Germany alone, there are currently no less than 1,200 jobs up for grabs for all types of engineers.“We are a technical company who is very attracted to technical people”. But to work for audi, you must have the right approach. according to the Belgian, who converses through German, Dutch, french and English on a daily professional basis, audi looks for open-mindedness and enthusiasm, “employees who are not afraid to speak up”. “I am convinced that audi is definitely the best employer in Germany”, Marc exclaims, “but you need to fit into the environment”.

In return, audi employees enjoy competitive salaries, daily diversity and life-long opportunities and if they are as hard-working as Marck Huygelen, they get the chance to cruise in and out of a fantastic workplace every day in the comfort of audi’s latest model.

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BMW Group

Everyone’s talking about the future.But you’ll be the one designing it.

Interested in new contacts, application tips and careers advice? Then go to

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Frerk Fitzekis part ofour successstory.

The future of automotive engineering begins at the BMW Group. Our development teams create the technologies to which we owe our reputation as a driver of innovation. Sustainability, efficiency, safety, eco-friendliness and driving pleasure are what we focus on when designing and developing the vehicles of the future. The key to our success: specialists like you, who know how to make the most of considerable latitude to push back the limits of the possible.

Be part of the success. Choose a career with the BMW Group.

Join the BMW Group engineering team, benefit from excellent career development opportunities and help us shape the future of automotive engineering. We’re looking for people to join us in the following fields:

Electric drive development•Power electronics development•Electric engine development•High-voltage battery development

Looking for an exciting new challenge? We look forward to receiving your application.To find out more and to apply online, visit: www.bmwgroup.jobs/professionals.

for more information, please visit www.bmwgroup.jobs

Company Profile: BMW Group

the future of automotive engineering begins at the BMW Group. our development teams create the technologies to which we owe our reputation as a driver of innovation. sustainability, efficiency, safety, eco-friendliness and driving pleasure are what we focus on when designing and developing the vehicles of the future. the key to our success: specialists like you, who know how to make the most of considerable latitude to push back the limits of the possible.

a passion for successthe BMW Group is a leading premium manufacturer. We owe this success to the exceptional performance and dedication of our employees – who number approximately 96,000 in over 100 countries. their commitment and expertise is reflected in every one of our vehicles and at every one of our locations: in Munich, our corporate headquarters and the home of our fIZ research and development centre; at our German production sites in Berlin, Dingolfing, Eisenach, Landshut, Leipzig, Munich, regensburg and Wackersdorf; at our UK sites in Goodwood, Hams Hall, oxford and swindon; and at our other interna-tional sites in Chennai (India), rosslyn (south africa), shenyang (China), spartanburg (Usa) and steyr (austria).

electric vehicles are the futurethe BMW Group is the world’s most successful premium automobile manufacturer. now, through its outstanding technological expertise and long-term development strategy, BMW is paving the way for the future of personal travel – with new solutions that are both sustainable and desirable. so when electric vehicles come to dominate streets the world over, we’ll be there, leading the way. our BMW i sub-brand

encompasses the very latest materials, special leading edge vehicle architecture designs and innovative production methods that set new stand-ards of energy-efficiency and sustainability – and give drivers a new and unique driving experience.

a single goal – and many exciting ways to get thereWe offer a tailored range of entry opportunities for talented people like you. Graduates can join our doctoral programme Promotion, our Graduate Programme for management trainees, or Drive, our entry and development programme. students can join the BMW Group team through student work place-ments, international internships, as student trainees completing their final thesis, or on our Fastlane programme for Master’s students. Whichever entry opportunity you choose, it’ll open the door to a stimulating career.and if you’re looking for a permanent position: in Germany alone, we’re greatly expanding our engi-neering team, especially in research and develop-ment.

Be part of the success!to find out which business divisions you could join, to discover fascinating insights into working at BMW and to apply online, visit www.bmwgroup.jobs.

we look forward to receiving your application.

Progress. Pleasure. and a premium driving experience. that’s what the Bmw Group is all about. our dedication to premium quality, reflect-ed in flagship brands like Bmw, mini and rolls-royce, has made us one of the world’s leading automobile and motorcycle manufacturers. we drive our industry forward with new ideas, underpinned by outstanding expertise in develop-ment, production and marketing.



Candidates’ Voices: Jacqueline

With warmth that she picked up studying in the University of Edinburgh and a bubbly spirit she was born with, jackie chirps eagerly about her PhD in chemical engineering and her soft spot for rosé.

the thing is, back in 1999 when jackie did the British state exams, the a-levels, she got straight as. and a few months later, she left her native town of Manchester and travelled 300 kilometers north to the capital of scotland. after picking up an undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering, she proceeded to enroll in a 5 year PhD in chemical engineering with a focus on heat transfer and flow boiling instabilities in micro channels. In order to combine her studies with some culture, jackie decided to do a joint thesis with the University of Provence in southeastern france. the joint doctorate programme meant she got to spend 18 months in both laboratories and experience not just two different countries, but brand new techniques.

although jackie finished her PhD in 2009 with a ‘très honorable’ result, the young academic is still residing in the sunny south of france. she scooped

a postdoctoral position on nanostructured surfaces and even had the chance to teach scientific English to undergraduate french engineering students. jackie really feels the benefit of the joint PhD and is delighted to have had the opportunity. “as a result of my PhD, she says, “I have become more independent, determined and have improved my analytical and decision making abilities.”

the 30 year old loves solving puzzles. so much so that she recently took up arabic to add to her french, spanish and German language skills. But she has always enjoyed learning languages and exploring cultures. In her early 20s, she backpacked all around the world. although jackie has no particular mentor who helped her follow her career path, she did get a lot of support from her parents. “Growing up and even now, I get tonnes of encouragement from my family”, she says. “But I am the only one in my family to follow the path of engineering”, she confesses, “my brother is a Latin and ancient Greek teacher!”.

for the moment, jackie is in no rush to return to her native Manchester. she is way too happy in the south of france. “I feel really integrated here”, she insists. “I love the life here and play tennis or go swimming whenever I have free time”. With a handful of job offers coming her way, why wouldn’t she be?! the bright, young engineer is at the prime of her life working in a fantastic field in a fantastic place.

jacqueline is the kind of girl you would find curled up on a beach in the south of france engrossed in a jane austen novel. But the smiley blond is not just a fan of the Mediterranean lifestyle in her adopted home of Marseille, but also of maths and physics. By méabh mcmahon

“I guess that I decided to become an engineer after a career talks at school”, she begins. “I liked the idea of studying science but also applying my knowledge in a practical way. I love research, learning new techniques and experimenting.”

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Company Profile: Basf

employees 2010: Worldwide: 109,140 Europe: 69,809 (of which 50,801 in Germany) sales 2010: € 63,873 Million income from operations (eBit) 2010: € 7,761 Million

outlook for 2011Basf employs job starters and professionals in the fields of natural sciences, engineering and economics as well as in law, human arts and social sciences. It is planned to hire 450 graduates (approx. 150 economists, 150 natural scientists and 150 engineers), more than 1,000 interns, and 900 trainees.

Job clusters • Economics. • Human arts and social sciences.• natural sciences. • Law.• Engineering. • Information technologies.

Job opportunitiesControlling, Purchasing, finances, Inhouse Consulting, Logistics, Marketing, sales, Law, Human resources and Corporate Communicationsresearch & Development, Process Engineering, analytics, toxicology, Environmental technology and safety Engineering, agricultural sciences and Crop Protection, Information technology.

entry options• Direct entry.• trainee programs.• trainee program – Pr and communications.

requirementsBesides grades above average, we are interested in the personality of the applicant. the overall picture he or she presents is crucial, therefore the following skills and qualifications are important to us: initiative and flexibility, ability to work in teams, communication skills, strategic thinking, customer orientation, intercultural competence and good foreign language skills.

salarystarting salaries at Basf sE are defined according to current labour agreements in the chemical industry, and also take into account individual qualifications. furthermore, individual salaries are position, market and performance oriented. Graduates without professional experience receive a compensation package between € 46,000 and € 66,000.

internshipDuration: six weeks to six months.Beginning: at the beginning and the middle of each month.Locations throughout Germany and worldwide are possible. Each internship is paid according to the student status of the applicant.

BasF is the world’s leading chemical company: the chemical company. its portfolio ranges from chemicals, plastics and performance products to agricultural products, fine chemicals as well as oil and gas. as a reliable partner BasF helps its customers in virtually all industries to be more successful. with its high-value products and intelligent solutions, BasF plays an important role in finding answers to global challenges such as climate protection, energy efficiency, nutrition and mobility.

for more information please visit www.basf.com/career


Company Profile: DuPont

DuPont has a rich history of scientific discovery that has enabled countless innovations and made life better for people everywhere. and today, we are look-ing for more people, in more places, to collaborate with us and make life the best that it can be.

our mission: sustainable Growth: Increasing share-holder and societal value while reducing our environ-mental footprint along the value chains in which we operate.our Vision: to be the world’s most dynamic science company, creating sustainable solutions essential to a better, safer, healthier life for people everywhere.our core Values: our ability to adapt to change and our foundation of unending scientific inquiry has enabled DuPont to become one of the world’s most innovative companies. But, in the face of constant change, innovation and discovery, our core values have remained constant:

• safety and Health • Environmental stewardship• Highest Ethical Behavior • respect for People

together, we can tackle the world’s Biggest chal-lenges. science and innovation have a critical part to play in developing the kind of solutions our planet needs to accommodate population growth and improve living standards. to fulfill our mission of sustainable Growth, we have aligned our focus and investments along key opportunities created by the world’s biggest challenges for which we can collabo-rate and apply our science and innovation.together, we can decrease dependence on fossil fuels. By 2030, the world will consume 60% more energy than today. and while the demand for energy grows, the supply of fossil fuels will not. Deep

expertise in microbiology, fermentation, polymer science and electrochemistry will help make possible the transition from fossil fuels to more sustainable alternatives.

together, we can feed the world. the earth’s popula-tion will increase by 150,000 people per day for the next 40 years, which means the world will need to increase food production by 70% in that same period-even as the relative number of acres that can be cultivated globally shrinks. to feed our increasing numbers, we will need to find ways to grow more food per acre.

together, we can protect what matters most. as our population grows, so do the threats to human safety and well-being. Globally, over 1,000,000 people per year lose their lives to workplace injuries alone. DuPont is working with companies, governments, academics and scientists on a vast range of materi-als, products and consulting solutions that protect life and our environment.

our offer to our employees: at DuPont, we are dedicated to maximizing our most valuable asset – our people. We do so by embracing diversity and offering opportunities for continuous development, whilst maintaining a good work/life balance. DuPont is a diverse company that offers a magnitude of opportunities in its many business units, functions and locations. We are always looking for bright individuals from diverse cultural, national and educational backgrounds, willing to invest their talents and energy in collaborating with fellow employees and customers to tackle interesting challenges.

there are 7 billion reasons why we encourage you to come and work for DuPont.

as the world’s population approaches seven billion, the challenges facing humanity have never been greater. Fortunately, the solutions to many of the most fundamental challenges can be found in sci-ence. Providing for the food, energy and safety needs of a growing population will require more than science alone. it will require many people working together. People who can collaborate across borders, companies, governments, organizations and cultures to devise solutions -both large and small- that improve the lives of people around the world.

for more information, please visit www.dupont.com/careers/emea


Face-to-face with Astrid Schiffer, DuPont

But for the half German-half spanish Human resources specialist astrid schiffer who started working for DuPont many years ago, there was one other reason, a special reason. It was actually thanks to a nice twist of fate and her decision to relocate to spain that introduced her to the international enterprise that employs no less than 60,000 people worldwide.

after studying international business administration in Germany, astrid decided to fulfill one of her many goals and move to spain. “My mum is spanish so I always wanted to live there”, she recalls fondly. Whilst doing an internship in the capital of Madrid, she fell for a spanish guy from the north coast of the country, from asturias. so after carrying out a master degree, she decided to look for a graduate job near his region. “In asturias there was very high unemployment rates for people under thirty so it was very difficult to find a job there, she says. “there were just not that many international companies”. But at this stage, astrid was so enchanted by the asturian traditions and her new way of life, that returning home to Germany was not on the cards... and it was just about that time when she discovered DuPont.

DuPont was a family business that was founded back in 1802. although the headquarters are located in Delaware in the Us, the sales, purchasing and distribution offices are dotted all around the world in over eighty locations, including asturias. “to my delight, there was a human resources centre

in the village of Carreño in asturias so I was hired as a staffing advisor”. today astrid schiffer is one of the main recruiters for engineers throughout the whole of Europe.

astrid now lives in the capital of asturias, in oviedo. although she is residing minutes from the mountains and the spectacular natural parks that are said to be the most beautiful and obscure in spain, every day she comes into work into a very international environment.

“so, any advice for engineers who aspire to live in sunny spain whilst working for an internationally renowned company”, I ask with a tinge of jealousy. Having interviewed hundreds of candidates from all the corners of Europe and all walks of life, astrid’s most crucial bit of advice is related to the job interview. “Don’t just say you want to have a managerial position”, she says in an almost stern manner. the thing is, according to the Hr expert, who is just after spending three months in Luxembourg recruiting, “everyone says the same thing - that they want to have a leadership position”. although astrid agrees that ambition and appetite is crucial, she

“there are 7 billion reasons to work for DuPont”, this is the recruitment catch phrase of one of the world’s most dynamic science company. referring to the fact that the world’s population is reaching 7 billion this year, the company is appealing for bright individuals from diverse backgrounds that are ready to address some of the world biggest challenges – food, energy and protection….By méabh mcmahon

“there are loads of young international people working here”, she beams. “you don’t even need to speak spanish.there is a fantastic working ambiance.”


cannot stress enough the importance of highlighting your exact field of work when being interviewed. “Candidates need to specify whether they want to work in manufacturing, r&D, quality or safety”, she stresses. DuPont are looking for experts willing to learn the job and company from the inside and work their way up to leadership over time and with an indepth understanding of the process.

according to astrid, DuPont is on the look out for engineers from all over Europe for their various production sites in almost every European country. and according to astrid, honesty is the key to landing one of those jobs. “If you don’t like your masters specialisation, tell us”, she insists. “We are all human”, she says. “I prefer people who tell me the truth”.

so, if you are true to yourself and pass the DuPont test, you could be jetting off to one of the 130 locations around the region to join in the success of DuPont’s third century on the go.

astrid schifferstaffing & recruiting specialist EMEa at DuPont

With graduate programmes and diverse opportunities to choose from, some engineering graduates on their field program get to try out no less than three different western European locations within the first 5 or 6 years.


“I love being given complicated problems and using all my knowledge to fix them in an economical way.”

Denis, 24, Belgium

“I like the creativity of the role of the engineer – the challenges they are faced with and the problems that always arise.”

andré, 24, Portugal

“I find it stimulating being able to use scientific standards to improve the quality of people’s lives. I am really excited about working on a number of fascinating projects as an engineer.”

Javier,26, spain

“I want to be an engineer as the range of work available is so wide and diverse, and the best bit is it is international. Apart from that, I love both the technical and business side of it.”

christian, 25, Germany

Why do you want to be an excellent engineer?

“I just adore everything related to mechanics. I love helping to develop the future - it makes me feel really good.”

miguel, 25, spain

“I think engineering is the perfect mixture between the technical world and innovation. I love waking up every day and being faced with a new challenging task.”

carlos, 24, spain


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Company Profile: Barry Callebaut

the company serves the entire food industry, from food manufacturers to professional users of chocolate (such as chocolatiers, pastry chefs or bakers), to global retailers. Barry Callebaut is the global leader in cocoa and chocolate innovations and provides a comprehensive range of services in the fields of product development, processing, training and marketing. the company is actively engaged in initiatives and projects that contribute to a more sustainable cocoa supply chain.

Preferred partner for the entire food industry

We have been producing chocolate for more than 150 years. as a recognized chocolate expert, we are the preferred supplier of our partners worldwide in the food industry, in the artisanal sector and in the retail market. We intend to become the number one supplier in all attractive customer segments and in all major markets across the globe.

our customers range from industrial processors, such as the world famous branded consumer goods manufacturers who produce chocolate, confectionery, dairy products, ice cream and breakfast cereals incorporating our ingredients, to artisanal users, including hotels, gastronomists, chocolatiers, pastry chefs and bakers, to partners in the food retailing industry, for whom the Barry Callebaut Group produces branded as well as customer label products.

Does the idea of a challenging international engineering career with the global market leader sound appealing to you?

our strength comes from the passion and expertise of our people for whom we strive to create an environment where learning is ongoing, entrepreneurship is encouraged and creativity can flourish. Contribute to the success of Barry Callebaut, join our team. We are looking for:

Project engineers responsible for the construction and commissioning of new project lines, utilities, buildings and factories – or the modernization of existing ones – from the initial concept to the final installation.

technical engineering specialists with expertise in filling, packaging, refrigeration or automation; or in food processes such as extraction and drying.

Plant managers responsible for the technical installations in a factory, of process line equipment and utilities such as steam, air and electricity.

these three positions could lead to further career possibilities as an Engineering Manager, Process Engineering Manager or Maintenance Engineering Manager in one of our production plants, a Corporate Engineering function within a technical specialty area, or a Project Manager role. for candidates with the right skills and passion, a mid-term career development could lead to a role as Plant Manager in one of our worldwide sites.

Barry callebaut – the chocolate experts

with annual sales of cHF 5.2 billion for fiscal year 2009/10, Zurich-based Barry callebaut is the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality cocoa and chocolate – from the cocoa bean to the finest finished product. Barry callebaut is present in 26 countries, currently operates 43 production facilities and employs about 7,500 people.

for more information please visit www.barry-callebaut.com/careers


Company Profile: nestlé

although we are a swiss company less than 2% of our sales are generated in switzerland. today, 1,800 employees from more than 70 nationalities work at our international headquarters in switzerland. these people define and coordinate the Group’s strategy and provide advice and support to all nestlé companies worldwide. But the majority of our employees work in our markets around the world – where a large part of the real action is.

a Global company with local roots

food is a local business, based on local cultures, tastes and habits. It is vital today to stay close to consumers around the world, and to develop relevant, added-value products to meet their specific needs. therefore, you’ll get a different taste of nestlé in each of the countries where we sell products.

nestlé’s decentralized organization can offer you the advantages of working in smaller, local businesses within the solid, secure framework of a multinational company with over 145 years of experience and success. our commitment to quality products, strong brands and solid human values is a guarantee of our sustained success.

a company on the move

We are also a company on the move – determined to maintain our leadership, to keep growing and to participate in the evolution of society all over the world. We are constantly innovating and renovating our products with cutting-edge research to meet the

ever-changing needs of our consumers. nestlé seeks to earn consumer’s confidence and preference and to not only follow, but also anticipate consumer trends, creating and responding to demand for its products.

so we need ambitious, talented and determined individuals who are eager to roll-up their sleeves and tackle new challenges hands-on. the diversity of our brands and products translates into hundreds of interesting and attractive assignments, worldwide projects, and initiatives within our global network of companies, factories, r&D centres and joint ventures. We guarantee you a varied job with international exposure right from the start.

as part of nestlé’s commitment to continuous career development, our employees receive frequent on-the-job training and the possibility to attend courses at the nestlé International training Centre in rive-reine, switzerland. ad hoc assignments to respond to complex problems on a multi-market, multi-discipline basis provide our employees with opportunities to develop their skills in challenging projects.

Do you have what it takes?

We are proud of rich diversity. at nestlé, a person’s passport, ethnic or national origin plays no role. What counts are professional skills, personality and strength of character. We expect you to be dynamic, pragmatic, a team player, a person of integrity, and an achiever.

ready to Join the world’s nutrition, Health & wellness company?

with sales of cHF 109.7 billion in 2010, nestlé is the world’s foremost nutrition, Health & wellness company, committed to serving consumers all over the world. our focus on responsible nutrition and promoting health and wellness is a core value, emphasizing responsibility and sustainability.

as a multinational company – present in more than 85 countries with over 280,000 employees – nestlé is able to gain from obvious global benefits.

for more information, please visit www.careers.nestle.com


Face-to-Face withJo Thys, Barry Callebaut

His unique passion and appreciation for chocolate comes from his many years of employment at the world’s largest chocolate manufacturer Barry Callebaut, a company that processes more than 550,000 tonnes of cacao beans into over 1,050,000 tonnes of chocolate products a year. since he was headhunted by the multinational to do a traineeship back in his twenties, he has soared up the professional ladder taking in a handful of international experiences on the way.

Educated in his hometown of Leuven, jo thys graduated in electrical engineering. Back in his student days when touching on a variety of topics from energy to telecommunication systems, little did he know that by 27 he would be running his own Barry Callebaut plant and jet-setting around all the corners of the world. Upon leaving Group t University College, he quickly started working for a software company in Belgium. He spent two years there. “this was a booming time for engineers”, he recalls. “jobs were plentiful”. and it wasn’t long before Barry Callebaut knocked on his door. Labelled “a young potential” by his new colleagues at Barry Callebaut, thys still remembers well the first assignment he was proposed. after successful completion of his traineeship, he was asked to be the shift supervisor of the factory in Belgium. “I was coming from a software environment and now all of a sudden I had to manage a shift”, he exclaims. “But it was a fantastic experience

and people kept encouraging me”. His colleagues told him constantly that he had to taste these experiences at the start of his career.

“I was thrown into the deep end”, he says, “but it was the right place to be thrown.”

after gaining sufficient experience as a shift manager, thys then moved on to the netherlands to run a plant, this time managing 180 people instead of 20 like before. “I learned a lot”, he assures, “and I made a lot of mistakes”. He even had the opportunity to shut down that factory and manage its move to france. and like always when one door closes, another one opens, and for the bright, young graduate, the new door lead to international destinations like Ghana and Brazil working as the main head of production for all the Barry Callebaut cocoa plants. By 2006, he was then promoted to head of operations for the americas and relocated with his wife and two small kids to Montreal and then Chicago to spend four years building brand new plants from scratch. “It was four fantastic years”, he smiles.

But since november 2009, the workaholic is back in Europe as head of Barry Callebaut’s 15

“I eat chocolate every day”, begins jo thys, “and I absolutely love it”. although the operations & supply Chain Director of Western Europe for Barry Callebaut was born and raised in the chocolate capital of Belgium, it is not the only reason for his obsession. By méabh mcmahon


European factories. But he still spends at least two days a week travelling. In order to unwind when on the go, he tries to always pack his iPod and take a good book. But he usually ends up working when on planes and trains and even ensures to take some time out to bring the local workers out for dinner when on location. “It is essential to get to know the local team and look after their needs”.

for jo thys’ children, who are all still under nine, their dad is like a character from “Charlie and the chocolate factory”. But in reality, his love for chocolate is the only thing he has in common with Willy Wonka. to get to the place he is today, you need to be “hard working, ready to take on responsibility and above all willing to travel”. “Most of our projects involve building factories abroad”, thys says, “we need young enthusiastic employees to do this”. and one last insider tip if you are being interviewed by jo thys and his team. “ask questions”, he stresses.

Jo thys operations & supply Chain Director Western Europe at Barry Callebaut

“If people come to an interview who take time to read our website and

understand who we are, we will

definitely consider them for a role.”


Company Profile: Philips

Philips is a world-leading company with a diverseproduct range targeted at the global healthcare and well-being sectors. the innovation built into our Dna is apparent throughout our entire product portfolio, demonstrating how we translate our in-depth understanding of customer needs into meaningful technologies and applications that improve people’s quality of life.

It means that we are committed to promotinga healthy and enjoyable lifestyle. to Philips, ‘health’ does not just mean being medically fit − we believe that keeping physically fit, eating healthily and enjoying a healthy lifestyle are every bit as important.

Grow with Philipsambition and drive come from within. as a highlytalented individual you can choose your own wayto start. Whether you are looking for a traineeship,internship or permanent job, there is always a suitable way to start. join us and you will be partof a diverse, multi-disciplinary, international team in which colleagues, just like you, are passionate about what they do and determined to create the best possible customer experiences. your growth is our growth, so let us grow together. that is why we will enable you to develop in directions that fulfill your own wishes and promote our shared interests.

leverage your development engineering skillsDesigning products that deliver superb user experiences is not just about form and functionality. It is also about meeting stringent requirements for cost, reliability,

manufacturability and serviceability. that takes real development engineering skills.at Philips we give our Development Engineers the freedom to experiment with new materials and processes to deliver cost-effective products without sacrificing on performance.

other informationnumber of employees:

• 117,000 worldwide• 14,000 netherlands

active in:

• 60 countries worldwide sales:• Euro 22.3 billion in 2010

traineeships in Benelux:

• 20 places in 2011

Internships in the netherlands in 2010:

• 451 Masters• 205 Bachelor

website:www.philips.com/career

Your personal growth starts here

as an ambitious, talented individual, you bring fresh knowledge, creative ideas and new energy to the company. we are as keen as you are to put those qualities to good use, so we will challenge you and help you develop your talents to the full.

for more information please visit www.philips.com/career


Company Profile: Procter & Gamble

We are looking for talented people who are passionate about innovating and resolute about winning and improving the lives of consumers worldwide. We truly believe in the diversity of our people, representing more than 140 nationalities working in Western Europe.

We want you to be an accomplished innovator with insatiable curiosity. We’ll give you total freedom to pull together existing know-how and redefine it to create breakthrough solutions to improve the lives of consumers worldwide. We want you to become adept at decision-making and to convert your ideas into action. Perfecting your leadership skills ranks among our top priorities: leadership means developing your capabilities and helping others to develop theirs.

We’ll help you expand your capacity for new learning and sharpen your talent for getting the best out of a diverse team. By working on any of our well-known brands (including our newly acquired Gillette-Braun products) you will enjoy the diversity and excitement that only a multinational company can offer. at P&G you will never stop learning and developing.

finally, on a fast-moving market, we expect each one of us to embrace change and act proactively towards it. this requires from us great attention to both internal and external trends, always connecting authentically to our stakeholders and with each other. With the end result in mind, our people behave as owner of their part of the business.

opportunities

your career in P&G can start in any of our different Business functions: from Marketing and Customer Business Development (our innovative sales organization) to the technical roles around our supply chain (Manufacturing, Engineering, Logistics or Purchasing); from our world-class research Centres, to finance (f&a), Information technology (IDs), Market research (CMK) or Human resources.

websites:

www.pgcareers.com www.facebook.com/pgcareers

Four billion times a day, P&G brands touch the lives of people around the world.

the company has one of the largest and strongest portfolios of trusted, quality brands, including Pampers®, ariel®, always®, Pantene®, Herbal essences,® Fairy®, ace®, lenor®, m. Proper®, tampax®, Dash®, Pringles®, actonel®, iams®, eukanuba®, Gillette/Braun and wella and more.

P&G employs approximately 135,000 people globally, about a quarter of our employees work in 17 countries in western europe.

for more information, please visit www.pgcareers.com



Candidates’ Voices: Rakesh

so from just about the time he could walk and talk, the ambitious young engineer knew he had one clear goal – that when he was big, he would set up his own company, and if possible, in the car industry.

Whilst teaching me some Hindi, rakesh talks about his fascination for history and how one of his favourite things to do is read management books. after minutes, it is easy to note that this amicable young spark will have a very prosperous future. But where will this future be I wonder? In Europe or back at home within the family business?“Well, I love Europe”, he assures. “I want to stay for a few years here, maybe even 10”, he says before talking about his international lifestyle in Wolfsburg in Germany where he currently works for the automobile Manufacturing Company Volkswagen aktiengesellschaft. “I have friends from China, turkey, Mexico, Indonesia and Ireland”, he continues. “We have a great time and I really love travelling around Germany or Europe with them whenever I have a chance”. But the motivated car fanatic has always one thing on his mind, “but then I will start my own business”.

although rakesh talks eagerly about his life in Germany, the fun he had learning the language and the social life that he now enjoys, his roots are very much back home in nashik. “It is a great city”, he remarks. “I miss it a lot and I miss the food but luckily I am a very good cook”, he assures before explaining to me in detail about all the vegetarian specialities he can concoct.

In a while, rakesh will return home to get married but he plans to bring his new wife back with to Europe to introduce her to all the quirky experiences that he has been able to enjoy. then when he is ready he will return back to nashik to be close to his family and his two brothers who work as architects and computer engineers. In due time, he will proceed to build his own little family while running his very own business. But for the moment, the outgoing technical expert is mingling at the Careers International fair, Engineering Excellence, looking to achieve any professional position that will offer him a challenging environment and continuous improvement at work.

rakesh was born about 200 kilometres from Mumbai in the “wine capital of India” in nashik. His childhood was spent learning yoga and mediation techniques from his grandfather and playing hide and seek in his father’s automobile and spare parts company. By méabh mcmahon

so, after completing a bachelor degree in engineering education and research at the University of Pune in the Western part of India, october 2007 saw rakesh relocate to the capital of Germany to enroll on a masters degree in global production engineering at the technical University of Berlin.

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Company Profile: GDf sUEZ

the Group offers efficient and innovative solutions to households, communities and businesses by basing itself on a diversified gas supply portfolio, flexible power production capacity with low Co2 emissions, and unique expertise in four key sectors: liquefied natural gas, energy efficiency services, independent power production, and environmental services.

GDF sUeZ and the nuclearfor GDf sUEZ, an energy mix that includes nuclear energy is the best solution for guaranteeing power supply at a competitive price and contributing to a reduction in the release of greenhouse gas. GDf sUEZ is a pioneer in nuclear energy in Europe with first-class skills both upstream (engineering, purchasing, operations and maintenance) and downstream (waste management and decommissioning).

choosing GDF sUeZ means

• the possibility of building a career in an international Group operating on all continents and offering a great variety of jobs,

• the chance of working in sectors with a promising future – energy and environment – which provide essential services and are at the heart of sustainable development issues,

• joining a Group of 219,000 employees, with a responsible and respectful vision of cultural diversity.

Key figuresactivities: Energy, Energy services and Environment (subsidiary sUEZ Environment)Locations: on all continentsEmployees worldwide: 219,000 Global turnover: €84.5 billion in 2010 revenues

ValuesGDf sUEZ employees have contributed to the establishment of the Group’s four core values:• drive – to guarantee performance over the long term for all stakeholders,• commitment – to associate the Group’s development with respect for the planet,• daring – to live in the present with optimism while preparing for the future with creativity,• cohesion – to make energy and the environment sustainable sources of progress and development.

Generation HorizonsGeneration Horizons is the concept that embodies the GDf sUEZ Employer Brand: these are current or future employees, committed to tackle the energy and environmental challenges of today and tomorrow. When a world leader in energy and the environment recruits, it’s to deal with global challenges. joining Generation Horizons means becoming part of an international Group that puts sustainable development at the core of its activities. It means developing within a company that emphasises the length and quality of its relationship with each individual employee, a company that rewards performance and offers real career prospects.

application periodall year long

GDF sUeZ is active across the entire energy value chain, in electricity and natural gas, upstream to downstream: purchasing, production and marketing of natural gas; transportation, distribution, management and development of major infrastructures for natural gas and electricity; and development and marketing of energy services and environmental services. the Group places responsible growth at the heart of its businesses in order to tackle the major energy and environmental challenges: meeting energy needs, safeguarding supplies, fighting climate change and maximizing the use of resources.

for more information, please visit www.generationhorizons.com


Company Profile: EDf

With first-rate human resources, r&D capability and generation expertise in nuclear, fossil-fired and renewable energies, particularly hydro, together with energy eco-efficiency offers, the EDf Group delivers competitive solutions that help ensure sustainable economic development and climate protection.

In france, we mainly have nuclear and hydraulic means of production providing 95% of electricity free of Co2 emissions and greatly contributing to the security of the country’s supply. Whilst continuously improving our performance in terms of security, our nuclear line of business is now to prepare the company for new challenges: renewing our skills and maintaining the high level of performance of our nuclear park of 58 reactors spread over 19 sites which will soon include 2 new EPrs (European Pressurized reactors). EDf’s knowledge and competence in the nuclear industry is internationally acknowledged and demanded for numerous EPr projects throughout the world. We also operate 447 hydro-electrical systems in france and aim at maintaining their high level of performance over time. Positions in the groupthe recruitment of executives is part of a larger skill renewal project that concerns both our core skills and the acquirement of new ones. We will recruit nearly 1,500 executives and engineers in 2011, 85% of which will be graduates in the following fields: research and development, engineering and design (nuclear, thermal, etc.), production and maintenance (nuclear, thermal, etc.), computing and telecommunications, etc.

Working at EDf is giving yourself the opportunity to develop an enhancive career path involving cutting-edge technologies, and to quickly take on positions of responsibility.

Working at EDf is also having the will to lead the energy change together in order to sustain a controlled and reasonable global energy demand.

recruited profiles Baccalaureate + 5 years’ further education, recent or experienced graduates. some knowledge of french is necessary.

careers at eDFthe company offers excellent career opportunities thanks to its size, to the diversity of its trades and by dedicating over 7% of its total wage bill to training. aware of the technical excellence and the expertise of its employees, we pay particular attention to skill development, the sharing of good practice, geographical mobility, etc.

as with all industrial and commercial companies in a competitive market, EDf is looking for high-performing colleagues with a sense of client awareness and who are able to lead on change. If you believe in team work, then come and join us to help strengthen and develop our technical excellence!

the eDF Group is a leading player in the energy industry, active in all areas of the electricity value chain, from generation to trading and network management, with expanding operations in the natural gas chain. it has a sound business model, evenly balanced between regulated and deregulated activities.

the eDF Group is the leader in the French and British electricity markets and has solid positions in italy and numerous other european countries, as well as industrial operations in asia and the United states. everywhere it operates, the eDF Group is a model of quality public service for the energy sector.

for more information please visit www.edfrecrute.com


More than 600 people work on the development of peaceful industrial and medical applications of ionizing radiation. our goal: to strive for constant excellence in nuclear expertise and research.

research towards a sustainable optionour motto ‘research towards a sustainable option’ summarizes our mission entirely. Global energy issues, safety of nuclear installations and innovative technologies: sCK•CEn does it all with sustainability in mind. In this way we contribute to a viable society, for ourselves and for generations to come.

Fundamental and applied researchsCK•CEn conducts fundamental and applied research at an advanced scientific level and in an international context. our core activity is to work on nuclear issues that are important to society today and tomorrow. In this way we help improve the safety and efficiency of nuclear installations, we find solutions for the sustainable disposal of radioactive waste and have developed techniques for the decommissioning of nuclear plants. the protection of mankind and the environment against ionising radiation is another extensive field of research.

career opportunitiessCK•CEn is looking for talented and motivated engineers and scientists to help us realise our groundbreaking r&D projects and activities.

what do we offer you?

• A challenging and varied job in a unique international research environment.

• Opportunities for self-development in a stimulating atmosphere.

• Possibilities to follow adequate training.

• Fringe benefits.

create the technology of the future at the Belgian nuclear research centrean ambitious key project of sCK•CEn is the development and construction of MyrrHa: an innovative fast spectrum research reactor, conceived as an accelerator driven system (aDs). sCK•CEn is looking for passionate collaborators to join the enthusiastic international MyrrHa team.

MyrrHa will be used for the production of radioisotopes and doped silicon for renewable energy applications, the transmutation of radioactive waste and the study of materials for innovative fission reactors and for fusion technology.

Young scientific researcherssCK•CEn offers newly graduated scientists and engineers the possibility to undertake their doctoral or post-doctoral research on a subject covered by one of our priority research areas. our experts also advise those taking vocational and applied post-secondary diplomas on their dissertations.

Building on more than 50 years of experience in nuclear science and technology

since its foundation in 1952, the Belgian nuclear research centre has been playing a pioneering role with unique achievements and groundbreaking work in the area of nuclear science and technology. today scK•cen, with laboratories in mol and a registered office in Brussels, is one of the largest research centres in Belgium.

Company Profile: sCK•CEn

for more information, please visit : www.sckcen.be



Candidates’ Voices: Marie

Born and raised in Leipzig, the German genius now lives in Berlin and is the only girl in her group of friends who works as an engineer. But she is the only one in the group who doesn’t even bat an eyelid now when she gets a wolf whistle on the street. the 26 year is well used to the male environment and well able to handle her peers. at the Engineering Excellence event in Brussels, she talks eagerly about her love for everything technical and her reluctance to wear anything feminine in the man’s world of engineering.

the thing is, only about one in ten engineers are female. and most women, who do take the plunge, go for environmental, biological or chemical disciplines. In today’s world, there are very few female engineers working in the physical or mechanical fields. Marie schulze is an exception.

“actually I started off studying architecture”, she admits. “I thought it would be the perfect mixture between art and science”. But within a few years, Marie knew she was mistaken and leaped straight over to the mechanical engineering lectures before proceeding to the states to do a masters. “I have no regrets”, she swears and smiles proudly before telling me about submitting her thesis just a few weeks ago.

and when she was a student, Marie had the best part time job ever – wind tunnel testing at a laboratory of fluid Dynamics. “It was such a great experience”.

Marie speaks perfect English. as back in 2008, she got a fulbright scholarship to study a master of science in engineering management in Indiana. In the states, her eyes were opened to tonnes of new techniques and different ways of working. “Women wore skirts to the plant”, she exclaims. “But I would rather not stand out”, she says. “In fact, I dress more like a man when I’m working in order to blend in”, she laughs. the thing is, according to Marie, when on site, you must deck up in safety shoes so they don’t really match your outfit anyway. for Marie, the most important thing is to be taken seriously in the workplace. and sometimes that is not easy when you are a natural blond.

freshly graduated, Marie is excited about the near future. although she has already had many professional work experiences, as did her graduate thesis with the Proctor & Gamble plant in Berlin and her master thesis with Bosch, she is looking forward to starting a new job “somewhere in Europe”, she hints.

When Marie was 16, she spent one year in Lille where she picked up fluent french. so now she is qualified her for her dream job in an international environment. Her creativity, curiosity, knowledge and skills will help her too.

It doesn’t bother Marie that so few women follow her career choice. In fact, it encourages her. “It might help me stand out in a job interview”, she giggles. she insists though that her strong personality always stands to her in tough job interviews and the fact that she has lived in so many countries. “and I am always friendly and curious about new things”, she finishes.

In 2021, Marie has no idea where she will be or what she will be doing. But she does hope to have some children whilst holding down a job of high responsibility.

Engineers must be good at maths and science and have enough ingenuity to apply them to find solutions for technical and practical problems. Marie schulze ticks all those boxes and more. on top of that, she ticks the boxes ‘outgoing, open-minded and attractive’. By méabh mcmahon

“I just love engineering because of the technical stuff. I love experimenting and I adore maths”.

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Company Profile: asML

We offer engineers specialized in precision engineering, dynamics, optics, electronics and information technology the ultimate challenge to solve complex technical problems in a multidisciplinary environment.

steep curve

asML is a relatively young company, which has developed into a global market leader at unprecedented speed. In the space of 25 years we have grown from nothing into a multinational company with 55 sites in 16 countries and annual sales of 4.5 billion euros in 2010. We set the international standard with the development of wafer steppers and scan systems. to retain and expand that leading position we employ thousands of engineers and scientists exploring the frontiers of (nano)technology every day. It requires people who also constantly explore their own limits and try to push them further. Who consciously opt for the steepest learning curve.

technological race

asML works with an almost impossibly short time-to-market, driven by our customers’ competitive market conditions. It is precisely this technological race against the clock that makes working here so utterly fascinating. Cutting-edge precision engineering, dynamics, optics, electronics and information technology all come together in our company to develop systems which are more reliable, faster and more accurate than their predecessors in the shortest possible time.

It is only our unusual development method, whereby a large number of development processes are running in parallel, that enables us to constantly meet the very ambitious demands set by the market and ourselves.

Drive to develop

Working at asML requires a special attitude. an unbridled passion for technology is vital, but there’s more. Having commercial insight, team spirit and being result-oriented are all equally important, since what makes asML successful is the interplay between precision engineering, dynamics, optics, electronics and information technology. But perhaps the most important factor is a drive to grow and learn that is deeply embedded in our people. asML invests a great deal in your development. for us that is a given. In return we also expect it of you. anyone who is working on creating tomorrow must take their talents seriously today.

Do you have a technical education? and do you want to help our teams to speed up cutting-edge technology in the field of precision engineering, dynamics, optics, electronics and information technology? Please visit www.asml.com/careers

For engineers who think ahead

asml is a successful high-tech company from Veldhoven, the netherlands, which manufactures complex machines that chip manufacturers use to produce integrated circuits (ics or chips). every year, chips become faster, smaller, smarter and more energy-efficient, and breakthroughs in asml’s research labs have played an important part in making it possible. Behind asml’s technological breakthroughs are engineers thinking ahead.

for more information, please visit : www.asml.com/careers


asML, one of world’s leading providers of lithography systems, develops complex machines that produce integrated circuits. Known as ICs or chips, they are becoming smaller and more energy efficient by the year. In order to produce leading edge machines, asML engineers perform in a range of fields from mechatronics and optics to electronics and information technology.

about 10 years ago, yide arrived from China to the netherlands to start a Bachelor of science program in Electrical Engineering at the tU Delft. Upon arrival, he took up Dutch language classes in order to integrate himself more efficiently and quickly into the daily life. after obtaining a Master of science degree in Microelectronics from tU Delft, he spent a number of years working as an IC designer for electronics design companies, a job he found extremely interesting.

His charismatic and talkative nature allows him to explore his capacities further. “I need to communicate a lot or I will be bored to death”, he laughs. and it was thanks to this trait that he started looking for a new challenge in the High-tech industry a few years ago and found the perfect one at asML. “nowadays, my daily work at asML is more focused on the business side of the industry”, he explains. “I am the interface between the customers and the numerous business development units within asML”. yide’s job is to listen to the requirements of the customer, no matter how

tough they may be, and then translate them into a solution product.

today, yide is not working as a full-time engineer. He is now more like a spider in the web, being involved in multi-disciplinary demanding tasks: marketing, product promotion and sales, project management and human resource activities.

“But to understand the needs of the customer, you need to be an engineer”, he insists. “My team and I come from various technical backgrounds”. yide spends about 30% of his time per year traveling around the globe visiting his customers on behalf of asML.

“asML is a truly exciting company”, he ensures. “at the moment, we are recruiting a lot”; he says hinting the company’s will to grow and reach 10,000 employees. “We are looking for graduates with the right background.” he says, “People who can explain themselves effectively in the simplest terms. In a multinational company as asML, you are more than welcome to share your thoughts with everyone else. Communication is the key”.

Face-to-Face withYide Zhu, ASML yide Zhu has been residing in the asML headquarter Veldhoven, the netherlands, working in the application and Business support Unit. yide speaks perfect English, Dutch, and Mandarin Chinese and swears by his bicycle to come to the office every morning. By méabh mcmahon


But what if you are not as chatty and confident as yide? What if you don’t have such great social skills, I ask. “It doesn’t matter”, yide assures. “as long as you have a mouth under your nose, the belief and the will that you can make a positive difference. then we like to invite you to join asML and we will assist you as much as we can to turn your belief into reality”.

yide loves his job and the workplace. although there is flexible working time, he prefers to do the normal nine to five. “although my aspirations can change any time, at the moment, I am happy to be here now in this great ever changing dynamic environment.”

“as long as you have a mouth

under your nose, the belief and the will that you can make a positive

difference. then we like to invite

you to join asML and we will assist

you as much as we can to turn your belief into

reality.”

Yide Zhu Business supportasML


Give your career a new shape.

Bridgestone Europe is a subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation, the world’s largest manufacturer of tyres and rubber products. Bridgestone Corporation is a truly global company, selling products in more than 150 countries and employing over 130,000 employees across the globe. We have become the market leader in our industry, steadily growing and enhancing our corporate reputation as a true world number one.

In Europe +13.000 employees strengthen and increase Bridgestone’s position and market share. The European headquarters is located near Brussels (Belgium) and employs over 300 people covering more than 30 different nationalities.

Joining Bridgestone Europe means joining a passionate, multicultural team at the centre of our European operations that is shaping the future of our business. Our people are dedicated to serve society through superior quality and take pride in contributing to road safety as well as environment conservation.

The diversity of Bridgestone’s operations, our long-term focus, passion for excellence and investments in technology and innovation combine to create unparalleled career opportunities in an environment where people can grow, develop and learn.

Whether you are passionate about developing an international career or looking to specialize into a chosen field, we believe that Bridgestone Europe may well be your answer!

Want to know more?

We realize that a career choice is one of the mostimportant decisions one can make. So take the time to learn about our company and its challenging opportunities at www.bridgestone.eu or www.bridgestone.com/jobs. Should you at any time require further information, do not hesitate to contact our HR department. They will be happy to help and inform you! To apply, send your CV and motivation to [email protected].

www.bridgestone.euwww.bridgestone.com/jobs

Our passion for the very best in technology, quality and service isat the heart of our commitment to you wherever you are in the world.Bridgestone wants to inspire and move you.

In Europe, 13 000 plus employees strengthen and increase Bridgestone’s position and market share. the European headquarters is located near Brussels (Belgium) and employs over 300 people covering more than 30 different nationalities.

Joining Bridgestone europe means …

… joining a passionate, multicultural team at the centre of our European operations ! our people are dedicated to serve society through superior quality and take pride in contributing to road safety as well as environment conservation. our long-term focus, our investments in technology & innovation, and our passion for excellence combine to create unparalleled career opportunities in an environment where people can grow, develop and learn. We are proud of our people! Because they are a vital part of our success, growth, and leadership position!

recruitment & on boarding

needless to say we attach great importance to recruitment! our Hr team is committed to guide you through a smooth, efficient recruitment process and will transparently provide you with all necessary information. our on boarding program comprises numerous activities, such as induction trainings, technical trainings, regular meetings and a buddy program.

Fast Facts

activity: automotive, tyre manufacturing

turnover Europe: € 3.2 billion

number of employees in Belgium: 600

number of employees worldwide: + 130,000

national office locations: Zaventem (2), Mechelen (1), Zeebrugge (1), Liège (1)

Worldwide office locations: + 150

Qualifications: Master degree in sales & Marketing, finance, It, Logistics, Engineering, Business & Economics, Production Planning, Legal, Hr.

Proposed functions: all functions

Languages: English

apply now

to apply, simply send your CV and brief motivation via e-mail to: [email protected]

We follow a strict confidentiality policy.

who are we?

Bridgestone europe is a subsidiary of Bridgestone corporation, the world’s largest manufacturer of tyres and rubber products. Bridgestone corporation is a truly global company, selling products in more than 150 countries and employing over 130 000 employees across the globe. we have become the market leader in our industry, steadily growing and enhancing our corporate reputation as a true world number one.

Company Profile: Bridgestone

for more information, please visit : http://careers.bridgestone.eu



Candidates’ Voices: Philip

apart from having an impeccable CV, the 31 year-old american/Belgian has cycled the whole way from India to australia taking in no less than 13,000 kilometres on route – all on his own. Back in january 2009, having completed a Master degree in engineering and biochemistry and a subsequent master in business economics, the triathlete decided to fulfil one of his life long ambitions and cycle around asia. “I just took my bike and flew to India”, he grins.

there were periods when Philip cycled for days without meeting another soul and other days where he had to cycle through temperatures of 45 degrees Celsius to minus 20. some days when the route was flat, he cycled around 120 kilometres, other days he had to battle his way through ferocious windstorms and one day by the Great Wall of China, there was a sandstorm that nearly knocked him off his bike and limited his eyesight to about 20 metres. When in nepal on some of the highest and most challenging mountains in the word, he saw his lips turn blue from altitude sicknesses and when in Vietnam sleeping rough, sometimes he couldn’t catch a wink due to heat and sand blowing up his nose. But Philip was never startled. In fact, the modest mountain biker is reluctant to even say his experience was physically challenging. “It was the best experience of my life”, he admits.

today Philip resides in sydney australia and works as a senior consultant for the Portland Group. Living just between the beach and the town, he shares a sunny apartment with his Belgian girlfriend. Every morning, before cycling to work, he jogs by the beach and when he has time, he goes surfing. “australia is booming”, he says. “there are tonnes of jobs for people like me”. the thing is, before trekking around the world, Philip spent three years at accenture in London managing a global team in the supply chain opportunity assessment. “this was a hectic period of my life”, he says. “It was a very dynamic experience and I learnt a lot”.

Philip has a lovely manner. He strikes me as a fantastic team player - an asset to any company. His life in australia sounds like paradise and his role at the Portland group appears to be engaging. But the young Belgian who grew up in texas is eager to move back to Europe. “I want to be where my roots are”, he confesses. “I am always on the look out for job opportunities in Europe”, he assures, “but the job application procedure can be very lengthy”.

I can vouch for all of this and more. and if I were working in the Hr department of Callebaut or DuPont, I would snap up the highly diligent Philip before he leaps up on his mountain bike again and takes on another continent in the world. as if he does, he would be so successful out there, that he might never come back to Europe.

Events organised by Careers International always manage to bring together the brightest bunch of young graduates from all around Europe and beyond. Every single candidate that I have ever met so far is articulate, enthusiastic, multi-lingual and extremely clever. some even merit homage in the Guinness book of records for their record-breaking achievements. Meet Philip. By méabh mcmahon

the only condition for Philip is that his future job in Europe guarantees him one thing- that he can travel. the adventurous brain says on his CV that he has motivation and perseverance, is stress resistant and very independent.

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Company Profile: European Patent office

Its executive body, the European Patent office, strives to stand out as a model international public service organisation. Its mission is to support innovation, competitiveness and economic growth for the benefit of European citizens. the EPo has an international staff recruited from its Member states. out of the current total of some 6,800 well over half are academically qualified scientists and engineers.

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Work experience in industry is not required but would be an advantage. furthermore, while experience in the fields of patents and documentation is not necessary, applications from candidates with relevant experience are especially welcome.

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We employ 20,000 people in 40 countries, and have an annual turnover of € 2.9 billion. the company was established in 1905, and the head office is located in trelleborg, sweden.

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