# University of Patras career events

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/university-of-patras-career-events
> Updated: 2026-10-20T04:30:58.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The University of Patras has hosted various career-focused events to connect students and alumni with industry professionals.

In mid-October 2026, the university organized a Career and Professional Networking Day focused on Digital Technologies and Informatics. The event involved 28 companies and engaged over 260 participants from fields including Electrical Engineering, Computer Technology, Business Administration, Physics, and Mathematics. Vice-Rector Giorgos Panagiotopoulos noted the event's role in connecting scientific potential with the modern economy.

Additionally, a Career Day was held at the port of Piraeus aboard the MSC Fantasia, organized in collaboration with MSC Cruises and the Hellenic Association of Women in Culture and Tourism. Approximately 70 students and faculty from the Department of Tourism Management attended to explore professional opportunities within the cruise industry.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-20: University of Patras hosts digital technology career day

The University of Patras hosted a Career and Networking Day focused on digital technologies, connecting 28 companies with over 260 students and alumni to foster professional growth.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/university-of-patras-hosts-digital-technology-career-day

### 2026-10-19: MSC Cruises hosts career day for University of Patras students

MSC Cruises and the University of Patras hosted a Career Day in Piraeus to connect tourism students with professional opportunities in the cruise industry.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/msc-cruises-hosts-career-day-for-university-of-patras-students

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