The University of Barcelona undertakes a series of activities aimed at preparing its students and graduates for a smooth transition between the university and the labour market.
This is the mission of the Feina UB program, which works in two main areas: vocational integration and careers guidance. To carry out these tasks, the UB has a team of careers guidance counsellors and provides opportunities for work placements and a job bank.
Work placements are the first contact that many students have with the world of work. They may be recognized and evaluated within the syllabus.
A strictly academic, rather than an employment, relationship is formed between the student and the company. There are two types of placements:
TheFeina UBprogram also offers services and activities to facilitate the transition between the university and the labour market:
Mediation services for employment and work placements
Professional careers services
Participation of companies and institutions in the UB