Imagine sitting down for coffee with a leader and being able to ask anything:
What were your biggest learnings? What does your typical workday look like? And what advice would you give your younger self?
That’s exactly what the Coffee & Connecting event is all about.
In a 60-minute live talk, a leader from Körber who is based in Portugal openly shares their experiences, discusses personal challenges, and provides insights into daily life at an international technology group with over 13,000 employees worldwide.
Instead of titles or career ladders, this format is about people and their stories. You’ll get to know the person behind the position and receive practical tips and best practices that you, as an early-career professional, can benefit from directly.
The format is live, interactive, and authentic: You can ask your questions directly, learn more about career paths and entry-level opportunities at Körber, and take away valuable insights for your own professional future.
Hosts & Guest
Meet your guest: Nuno Felino
Nuno is the Head of Special Applications at Körber Campus Porto and brings more than 20 years of international experience in technology, leadership, and digital transformation. Having worked across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, he has led global IT teams, driven large scale transformation programs, and built technology organizations across diverse business environments.
During Coffee & Connecting, Nuno will share his career journey, key lessons learned, and his perspective on leadership, growth, and building an international career in IT.
Meet your host: Elif Cengiz
Elif is Employer Branding Manager at Körber and has been with the company for two years. She started out as a working student and therefore understands the perspective of career starters very well. Today, she builds and leads virtual communities such as the youngKörber Community in the DACH region and the Career Starter Community in Europe and Asia.
As the host of Coffee & Connecting, Elif will guide the conversation and explore the lessons learned behind successful careers and ask your questions to the guest.
Meet your recruiter: Vasco Bessa
Vasco is a Senior IT Recruiter at Körber Campus Porto and has spent more than seven years helping technology professionals find the right career opportunities. Working closely with candidates and hiring managers, he specializes in attracting top tech talent and building strong connections across the Portuguese technology market.
During Coffee & Connecting, Vasco will share insights from a recruiter's perspective, answer questions about careers at Körber, and offer practical advice for anyone looking to start or grow their career in tech.
Agenda Highlights
Authentic Insights Instead of Traditional Career Success Stories
Be inspired by authentic professionals and leaders and learn what career paths are really like. Gain insights from a leader who once started out at the very beginning.
Direct Exchange on Equal Footing
The format is designed to be interactive. You can ask questions live via chat, get honest answers, and exchange ideas directly with the executive.
Discover Career Opportunities & Get Started Right Away
Our recruiter will be there to share insights about applications and career opportunities at Körber. After the session, you can apply for open positions right away.
Relaxed & inspiring
Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and a get-together with a leader. Feel free to bring your own coffee or tea and set aside an hour for genuine conversation and inspiration.
FAQ
Who or what is Körber?
Körber is an international technology group that employs approximately 13-000 people at more than 100 locations worldwide. In the business areas of Pharma, Supply Chain, and Technologies, the Körber Group offers holistic, integrated solutions across hardware, software, digital, and services. Click here to visit our website.
What exactly is Coffee & Connecting?
Coffee & Connecting is an interactive career event series designed to bring people together through authentic conversations and inspiring career stories. The format gives participants the opportunity to hear directly from experienced professionals and leaders, ask questions, and gain valuable insights into career development, personal growth, and leadership.
The concept is based on the success of our youngKörber Breakfast, a live event series that was originally launched for German speaking audiences across the DACH region. Due to its positive feedback and strong engagement, we are now opening the format to an international audience and offering sessions in English for participants in Portugal.
How does Coffee & Connecting work?
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We’ll introduce you to Körber, the guest, and the host, and give you an overview of what to expect.
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Our guest will share their career path, personal insights, and practical tips. The host will ask engaging follow-up questions along the way to give you even more insights.
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Now it’s your turn: Ask all your questions about careers, challenges, or projects live in the chat. Recruiters will also be there to answer questions about jobs and applications.
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We’ll give you tips on where to find open positions, how to apply, and how to stay in touch with us.
Who can participate in Coffee & Connecting?
This event is open to anyone looking for inspiration and guidance for their career path or who wants to know Körber. This includes high school students, apprentices, interns, students who are enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s programm and anyone who is the beginning stages of their career.
How can I participate?
Sign up using the registration form. Once you’ve completed the registration, you’ll receive a link to join the live event via Microsoft Teams.
In what language is youngKörber held?
The event is conducted exclusively in English.
Is participation completely free?
Yes, participation is free and non-binding.
What happens after the Coffee & Connecting?
You can find out more about Körber and career opportunities, apply for open positions, or participate in other events.
Where can I find open positions at Körber?
You can find all current job openings on our career page.
Didn't find the answer you were looking for?
Just send us a message at elif.cengiz@koerber.com. We're happy to help.
It’s important to me to exchange with the next generation because besides listening and understanding new approaches, I’m also able to pass on some of the learning I had throughout my career. The investment in our early-career talent strengthens and innovates the core of our company, ensuring the potential for an improvement of skills, leadership, and culture. Parallel to that the ability to listen, mentor and create opportunities for meaningful contribution, we solidifying their confidence and capability to go further and beyond which is where we want to be in order to keep growing and excel.