The NOVA FCT Careers supports the personal and professional development of students and Alumni, facilitating their transition into the job market. We work hard to strengthen the connection between Nova FCT, companies/organisations and society, promoting employability, inclusion and territorial impact.
Our Mission
The NOVA FCT Careers has the mission of supporting the personal and professional development of NOVA FCT students and Alumni, facilitating their transition into the job market and promoting opportunities for growth and practical learning. We promote employability, inclusion and territorial impact through practical and development-oriented opportunities.
Goals
What do we do
To better serve the community, the NOVA FCT Careers’ team promotes career management sessions, a mentoring program and the Career Discovery Events. These initiatives aim to showcase the main personal and professional development opportunities available to students and Alumni.
The Careers area offers individual and personalized support to all NOVA FCT students.
In these sessions, you can clarify questions related to your academic and professional path, adapt your CV, identify job opportunities or learn more about internships suited to your profile.
It is also possible to clarify questions regarding the use of the Career Management platform — CareerOS.
The sessions take place online via Google Meet.
Book your session here.
The NOVA FCT Careers provides free access to a platform that allows you to organize, manage, and implement your career plan.
In CareerOS, you have access to several features that allow you to:
How to access the platform?
Note: During registration, you will be asked a few questions about your career preferences. If you are unsure how to answer, don’t worry — you can update these answers later.
For detailed usage instructions, please refer to the user manual (available soon).
If you experience any difficulties using the platform, contact us at careers@fct.unl.pt .
Internships are a fundamental stage in students’ academic training, allowing them to apply the knowledge acquired in the classroom to real work environments. This experience contributes to the development of technical skills but, above all, essential personal skills, while deepening their understanding of the job market and helping build a solid and informed professional path.
The Careers area supports students throughout all stages of the internship process, ensuring that each opportunity contributes to a high‑quality learning experience.
Curricular Internships PIPP/PIIC
All NOVA FCT students complete a short-term curricular internship in the final year of their Bachelor’s degree — they may choose between the Professional Practice Introduction Program (PIPP) or the Scientific Research Introduction Program (PIIC). More information available here.
Dissertation Internships
These are curricular internships lasting between 6 months and 1 year, carried out within the Master’s Dissertation course unit, which allow students to develop their final project in a real research or company environment. These internships offer the opportunity to apply advanced knowledge, deepen technical skills and work on concrete challenges, contributing either to scientific production or to innovation in a professional setting.
Under the joint supervision of NOVA FCT and the Host Entity, students develop autonomous, structured work aligned with the objectives of their dissertation, strengthening their preparation for entering the job market or continuing their studies.
Extracurricular Internships
Extracurricular internships allow students to complement their academic training through practical experiences in a professional environment. These internships, carried out voluntarily and alongside their academic path, offer the opportunity to explore areas of interest, develop technical and transversal skills and engage with different organizational contexts. With the support of the Host Entity and the guidance of NOVA FCT, students strengthen their preparation for the job market and broaden their perspective on possible career paths.
Check internship opportunities here.
Opportunities
Integration Developer - Living Tours
Summer Internship Program - Rockbuilding
CIMPOR NextGen 2.0 - Trainee Program 2026
Health and Safety Intern - Grupo Brisa
Talent Academy - Power Your Talent
Civil Engineer - Assistant Site Manager - Alves Ribeiro
Digital Product Development Internship - Terracota Capital
Futuro JMA Summer 2026 - Summer Operational Internship Program
Summer Internship Program 2026
Hackathon Innovation Season 2026
Under construction
The collaboration between NOVA FCT and other institutions brings talent closer to the market and generates benefits for both sides. Organizations gain direct access to qualified students and fresh perspectives, while contributing to the development of essential skills and to the employability of future professionals. Together, we strengthen the connection between academia and the productive sector and create real impact in the region.
The collaboration between NOVA FCT and partners interested in actively contributing to the training of future professionals can take many forms, fully customized to meet the needs and objectives of both parties.
If you wish to establish a partnership or promote internships or job opportunities withing NOVA FCT Community, please contact us at careers@fct.unl.pt. Explore the collaboration options and join the network that brings students and the job market closer together!
Scheduling an appointment is done through the following link:
https://calendly.com/div-rcaapdn-coord-fct/atendimento-alunos-gestao-de-carreira?month=2026-02
You can book your appointment on Mondays from 14:00 to 16:00 and on Wednesdays from 10:00 to 12:00. The session will take place online via Google Meet.
No. The Careers’ office is always available to welcome you and answer your questions. However, scheduling an appointment ensures that you won’t need to wait to be assisted and allows us to dedicate more time in addressing your concerns.
You can take part in the Mentoring Programme either as a Mentor or as a Mentee. To become a Mentor, you must already be in the second year of your degree.
To participate in the programme as either a mentor or a mentee, you must complete your registration using the following form: https://ctne.fct.unl.pt/mod/questionnaire/complete.php?id=27168
Registrations take place during a specific period, which you can check out at: https://www.fct.unl.pt/programa-de-desenvolvimento-e-inovacao-pedagogica/programa-de-mentoria-da-nova-fct
All internships and job opportunities are published on NOVA FCT’s Careers platform – CareerOS.
To access the opportunities, you should:
All NOVA FCT Bachelor’s students complete a short-term curricular internship in the final year of their degree — they may choose between the Professional Practice Introduction Programme (PIPP) or the Scientific Research Introduction Programme (PIIC). These internships have a minimum duration of 80 hours and take place over four to five weeks, either in January/February or June/July each year.
When the time comes, students enrolled in PIPP/PIIC may apply simultaneously to the available PIPP and PIIC opportunities on the careers platform: https://employer.thecareeros.com/.
More information on this topic is available here: CAREEROS TUTORIAL (PIPP/PIIC)
Yes. Throughout the year, several activities are organized (in different formats) to support career exploration and the discovery of different professional pathways, including careers in industry, research, and academia. These activities include workshops, alumni talks, job fairs, real‑world challenges, round tables, and presentations made by companies.
To learn more about these initiatives, follow NOVA FCT’s social media channels, check CareerOS, and keep an eye on the monthly CLIP email you receive.
Yes, NOVA FCT alumni may contact the Careers’ office and make use of our support. For this purpose, please use the following email: alumni@fct.unl.pt.
