My name is Rima, and I am currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Finance and Economics. During my studies, I had the opportunity to intern at Exness in Limassol as a a Business Assistant Intern for 8 weeks. This invaluable experience would have never happened without the help of Ioanna and the Career Success Centre. Through their job fairs and internship placement services, I was able to explore various opportunities and ultimately secure my position at Exness. Their guidance not only helped me find my way to Exness but also equipped me with the skills and confidence needed to excel in my role. This internship has provided me with professional experience as well as the knowledge and skills necessary for my future career.

The CSC was incredibly helpful in assisting me with finding an internship, which I initially thought was impossible. Despite the challenge of not speaking Greek, they persisted in their efforts and kept me updated on my status and the search progress for two semesters. Eventually, I had the opportunity to work at an outstanding Audit firm in Cyprus. At the end of the internship, I was offered a permanent position. Their events also helped me engage with professionals and gain insights into the job market and how it works.

One of the most helpful and valuable steps you can do before graduating and jumpstart your career? Doing an internship is the answer.

With the introduction about internships from CSC in the summer of 2024 I have done mine at Albourne which is one of the leading financial consulting companies in Nicosia and the CSC helped me to ensure a spot there. I am very grateful to Ioanna and her team because they helped me through the process, and they were always available to answer any questions I had.

It is critical to choose the right company and with the communication and insights that CSC provided me, thankfully I went to the right place.

Ms. Ioanna Leontiou and Ms. Anastasia from the Career Success Centre (CSC) are two very polite and friendly ladies who have helped me to find the best internship opportunity for me during my bachelor’s degree. They both guided me in the best way to complete my internship and after I completed it, they were still interested in finding out if I got a new job so as to help me find job opportunities. Ms. Ioanna has shared multiple times to me employment ads in case of I was interesting to apply. I had a very positive experience with both ladies and CSC is still next to me, helping me through many ways to find job opportunities from the day I graduated until today.

My name is Lucas Nicolaou, and I study Business Administration: Finance and Economics at the University of Nicosia. This summer, I am interning at Joannides + Co, an accounting company. This opportunity has been incredibly rewarding, and I owe a great deal of gratitude to Ioanna Leontiou, who is responsible for the Internships at our university. Ioanna played a crucial role in helping me select the right company and secure the position, making the process smooth and stress-free.

From the very first day, I was engaged in meaningful and progressively complex tasks. The theoretical knowledge I gained at the University of Nicosia came to life in a practical setting. My colleagues were supportive and patient, always ready to assist me.

Through this internship, I acquired valuable skills such as recording transactions (bookkeeping) and performing reconciliations. This hands-on experience has been invaluable and I highly recommend this internship to anyone seeking real-world experience in their field of study.

I’m Michalis Mavroleftheros, a Marketing Management student now going into my fourth and final year. Finding an internship was really important to me because I knew it would give me valuable experiences and skills that would help me at landing a job I’m passionate about in the future.

The Career Success Center was a huge help in making this happen. They made finding an internship super easy with all the job fairs they organize, where I got to meet lots of potential employers. These events were great for expanding my network and getting to know different companies.

Through the career success center I managed to get an internship at Cyprus Public Transport as a Marketing Intern and spend 2 months there in the summer of 2024. The guidance and resources from the Career Success Center were key in making this happen.

I highly recommend the Career Success Center to any student looking to kickstart their career. They are always willing to help students find internships or full-time jobs even after they have finished their studies.

My name is Saman Siryani, and I graduated from the University of Nicosia with a bachelor’s degree in Sports Management. In my final semester (Spring 2024), I had the opportunity to apply for an internship that was presented to me by the Career Success Centre (CSC). This internship, which lasted for two months, took place at APOEL, one of the most prestigious football clubs in Cyprus.

This experience was instrumental in my career development, marking the first time I was actively working within my field of study. The hands-on experience and exposure I gained at APOEL were valuable, allowing me to apply the theoretical knowledge I acquired during my studies in a practical setting.

The support provided by the CSC was crucial in securing this internship, and I am incredibly grateful for the CSC’s assistance and highly recommend their services to all students seeking to advance their professional journeys.

My experience with the Career Services Center (CSC) has been a game-changer for my career journey. They were like superheroes when it came to helping me land an internship – taking care of all the paperwork and even talking to companies on my behalf. The MIS job fair organized by the CSC was a turning point for me. I met this amazing company there and we really hit it off. After the event, they reached out, offered me an interview, and I ended up accepting a job offer from them. Working on developing an LMS program using Moodle was such a cool experience. It not only boosted my tech skills but also gave me a real feel for how things work in the industry. Thanks to the CSC, I’ve gained some awesome skills that are spot-on for my MIS degree, and I now have a much better understanding of where I fit into the professional world of MIS.

My experience with the Career Success Centre (CSC) at the University of Nicosia has been incredibly beneficial to my professional development. The CSC consistently assisted me with crafting a strong CV and was always proactive in helping me find internship opportunities. Thanks to their support, I secured an internship as a Computer Vision Intern at Catalink.

The personalized career coaching sessions provided by the CSC were invaluable. They guided me through the application process, from preparing a compelling CV to refining my interview skills. Their dedication and continuous support ensured that I was well-prepared for every opportunity that came my way.

The CSC’s commitment to my career success has significantly boosted my confidence and employability. The practical experience I gained during my internship has been highly regarded by potential employers, enhancing my prospects in the competitive job market.

I am immensely grateful for the CSC’s unwavering support and highly recommend their services to all students. Their dedication to helping students succeed is truly commendable.

I remember having a side chat with Melina Andreou and Maria Siopacha. I said “I feel so lucky to be working as a student assistant with the University”; And they said, “It is not luck, but your hard work, dedication and skills”.

The Career Success Centre (CSC) afforded me this opportunity, and my experience in this capacity has not only sharpened my work ethic and skills but also afforded me a means to pay my tuition fee. For these, I am deeply grateful.

The CSC, especially its very warm, kind, and amazing team has a beautiful way of making one believe in one’s self and abilities. They even go further to create avenues that enable one to thrive and excel in one’s career as a student or graduate.

I have been privileged to have attended several empowering workshops and events, organized by the CSC. Such as a one-on-one chat session with a CSC Staff where I shared my career aspirations and received relevant advice, the CV workshop, Career fairs with top companies in attendance, Company visits, etc.

The CSC social media pages introduced me to opportunities that ordinarily I may not have had access to as an international student. For example, under the auspices of Femme Forward-Empowering Women in Tech (https://femmeforward.eu/) I have been able to gain specific industry skills and knowledge in Cloud technology (AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner). I was also a participant in their Future Startup Founders Programme–organized by Cyprus Computer Society.

The Highered platform has also exposed me to many opportunities that could serve me as a recent graduate. I am so thrilled for the future.

The Career Success Centre (CSC) at the University of Nicosia has been instrumental in my professional journey. With their support, I landed three internships, two of which turned into full-time job offers.

My heartfelt gratitude goes to Mrs. Ioanna Leontiou from the CSC for her exceptional dedication and care. Her guidance and encouragement have been invaluable, helping me achieve my career goals and boosting my confidence. Mrs. Leontiou goes above and beyond for her students, and her impact is truly remarkable!

My name is Angelina Orphanides, and I am a third-year Business student. My experience with the Career Services Center (CSC) has been incredibly beneficial to my career development. Through the CSC, I secured a valuable part-time job at the university library, which not only provided financial support but also enhanced my organizational and time-management skills.

One of the standout services I benefited from was the assistance provided during my internship placement. Miss Ioanna Leontiou, in particular, was incredibly supportive and encouraging throughout the entire process. Her guidance was instrumental in securing and successfully completing my internship. She was always available to offer advice and ensure I made the most out of this critical experience.

Additionally, the CSC provided me with personalized career coaching and recommended specific job opportunities that aligned with my career goals. This tailored support has been crucial in helping me navigate the job market and build a solid foundation for my future career.

Overall CSC has played a significant role in my professional development, offering me resources, support, and opportunities that have greatly enhanced my academic and career journey.

My contact with the university of Nicosia’s Career Success Centre (CSC) was impactful towards my job search and applications. We had many correspondences with the CSC team, involving emails and video meetings in which I was introduced to the “Highered” job platform through which many companies advertise their job openings. The support I received in adjusting and correcting my CV, applications, recommendations, long video chats and patience in addressing any questions I had was astonishing and has helped me remarkably in my career prospects.

I am proud to be part of the University of Nicosia’s MBA program class of 2022.

The Career Success Centre (CSC) at the University of Nicosia played a pivotal role in launching my career. Through the CSC, I was able to acquire an internship at a prestigious multinational company in the field of information technology (IT), Kyndryl. This opportunity allowed me to observe the operations of a large company and gain hands-on experience.

The support from CSC gave me a strong sense of self-belief, which was crucial as I embarked on my professional journey post-graduation. Additionally, the networking opportunities provided by the CSC were instrumental in connecting me with industry professionals. The regular job openings sent through email by the CSC were also very helpful in keeping me informed about available opportunities.

Overall, the CSC was essential in developing both the soft and hard skills that led to me acquiring a data science position immediately after graduating. I am truly grateful for the guidance and support I received from the CSC.

As a Computer Science student at the University of Nicosia, I’ve greatly benefited from the Career Success Center’s (CSC) support. Through their guidance, I secured two valuable on-campus positions in the IT Department: Lab Assistant and Moodle Administrator. These roles allowed me to apply my technical skills, manage systems, and provide user support, bridging the gap between academics and real-world applications.

The CSC team, led by Dr. Maria Siopacha and including Ms. Melina Andreou and Ms. Ioanna Leontiou, has been instrumental in matching students with relevant opportunities. Their dedication has helped me develop a diverse skill set and build confidence in my abilities.

I’m grateful for the CSC’s commitment to student success and highly recommend that fellow students engage with their services. The practical experiences they facilitate are invaluable in setting us apart in the competitive field of computer science.

My name is Stella Lazarou and I am an Accounting student in the University of Nicosia. During my studies I did an internship (Summer Semester 2020) at SPL Audit Ltd which is an audit company located in Nicosia. The Liaison Office made this experience easier for me as they helped me find a job in right company that was a perfect match for me. Thanks to the Project “University Labor Market Liaison Offices” I had the opportunity to start my future career on the right path. From the first day of the internship, I started interesting tasks, the complexity of which gradually increased. I saw that the knowledge gained from the University of Nicosia came in practice. My colleagues always assisted me during the internship patiently for which I am very grateful to them. During the internship, I acquired useful skills such as preparing financial statements and other documentation required for the audit process. I would like to say special thanks to the staff of the Liaison Office. The internship has provided me with valuable experience and the knowledge and skills I gained during this period will certainly help me in the future.  I strongly recommend the internship experience to anyone who is interested in valuable real world work experience in a professional job.

The most important thing for a student is his/her future career based on what they study. I still remember my fear of going outside from the University for employment. One day, I had a call from Career Success Centre (CSC), they informed me about the internship opportunity that our university offers. Of course, I did my internship at EDEX-Educational Excellence Corporation. Then, I worked as a student assistant, part-timer and now full-timer at the University of Nicosia Computer Center as a Web Developer Officer. I gained a lot of experience the last two years as I have been constantly working, and it has all been possible because of the team of CSC. You can imagine that I have graduated with work experience based on my field of study. This is what everyone dreams to achieve. I want to thank the people behind this team for everything, they are always available for us, even until now.

I have been most grateful for the guidance and career advising of the Career Success Centre (CSC) of the University of Nicosia as a student the past few years. Maria Siopacha and Melina Andreou, are always willing to help and go a step further to support the students and alumni. From my personal experience with the CSC, I was able to participate in so many seminars and webinars that have helped me improve core competencies and skills that will guide me in my personal and professional life. Such seminars are the Emotional Intelligence seminar, Interview Skills, Personal Branding, Business Days with Companies and many more.

Looking back, the experiences I have gained from the CSC seminars and with the academic excellence of the University, I have been well equipped to purse my professional goals and build a successful career.

Career Success Centre (CSC) is one of the most helpful and important Departments at the University. Throughout the academic year, there were countless training sessions organised by the CSC, which gave me the opportunity not only to enhance professional skills related to the main focusses of the career pathway, CV & job interview as well as LinkedIn profile, but also gain useful and insightful information on some topics which are paid less attention to, in particular, the emerging era of remote work.

Also, as an international student, and given the limitations and barriers international students may face, the centre went the extra mile to help me gain a better understanding of the island’s job market and available internships and job opportunities. Even during the summer holidays, I was able to maintain my communication with the director of CSC, Dr. Maria Siopacha, and CSC Senior officer, Ms. Melina Andreou by email and have my questions and concerns clarified via prompt responses. I am very appreciative of their continued dedication and their supportive attitude, regardless of whether you are local, international, currently studying, or a graduate!

My name is Marina Andreou and I am a Fine Art’s graduate of the University of Nicosia. Currently I am completing my second degree at UNIC; a BSc in Social Work. The UNIC Careers Success Centre has been assisting me throughout my academic journey from the very start of my studies. In particular, the UNIC CSC provided me with vital insights and guidance regarding my professional choices, and supported me in exploring career opportunities through access to information, advice and guidance through a series of workshops, seminars, and other initiatives.

Moreover, CSC provided me with the opportunity to be engaged as student assistant across several departments of the University. Through this experience, my teamwork skills as well as my communication skills, among others, have been improved. My overall experience with UNIC CSC has shaped me as a competitive candidate for the work industry of my interest. Apart from this, it is important to note that all the CSC officers have encouraged me in every step of the way, making my journey at UNIC unforgettable, and I could not be more thankful.

I am Frouh Esaie from Cameroon, currently I am completing an MSc in Electrical Engineering at the University of Nicosia where I have also completed my Bachelor.

I have opened a pending application for my PhD so that I can directly start with my research upon completion of my Master.

The Careers Success Centre has been assisting me throughout my academic journey on the island at many levels. They have assisted me in finding my very first part time job in a local company where I was working as an Assistant Technician fixing Cameras for Nikon and Panasonic.

I had the opportunity to attend several seminars (on CV writing, Job interview, Stress management, Self-Confidence, etc.) and that allowed me to gain necessary skills, become professional and have a smooth transition from the university to the job market.”

By the first time I visited the Career Success Centre for support, while I was working at University’s Computer Centre as a student assistant, Ms. Melina Andreou immediately showed interest in me and on how she can help me with my career.  She supported me in building a strong CV and on developing career skills.  Going forward, the Career Success Centre team used to call me frequently to inform me about various employment opportunities and discuss with me if I am interested in these, which approach helped me a lot. I encourage other students to explore the services offered by the Career Success Centre. 

The Career Success Centre (CSC) Department has been an incredible help to me. The bearings of the department cannot be mentioned without Mrs. Maria Siopacha, Director of CSC. She has made prodigious efforts to be a part of my career journey providing support even after graduation.

The department hosts seminars on resume construction, interview processes and job fairs giving me a better chance of understanding the job market and getting a job, especially for an international student like me. This enabled me network with employers and other job seekers providing the opportunity to network and improve my communication skills.

To me, UNIC CSC is arguably one of the University’s greatest benefits.

While completing my thesis, I decided to seek an internship to gain some practical experience in my field. As I sent in my CV to various companies to no avail, I came into contact with Maria Siopacha from the Career Success Centre (CSC). I had a virtual meeting with Maria and Melina Andreou to discuss my internship plans. They assisted me immediately with various resources on writing a presentable CV & on interview skills, by contacting various energy organisations to find me a position, arranged for me an interview with Energyintel after the company was impressed by my newly formulated CV and my academic reference letter. So, the burden was not only on me. I eventually got the summer internship, and it has been an eye-opening experience. I’ve gotten to learn and see the internal workings of an energy company and its daily operations. I’ve also gotten a chance to assist in these processes, an experience I wouldn’t have gotten in the classroom. I’d like to thank Maria and the CSC for their support!