CARLA 360 - 2025 - visitor registration

About the event

Join the Carla Symposium and Training at TU Delft

We are thrilled to invite you to this exciting event that bridges the gap between academic excellence and industry opportunities in photonics. This is your chance to explore how students (HBO, Master, PhD) like you can shape tomorrow’s technological advancements through innovative careers.

Why Attend?

Meet Potential Employers: On Day 1, we’ll host exclusive company pitches where you can connect with potential employers early on.
Hear Genuine Stories: On day 2, from cutting-edge research breakthroughs to industry-specific insights, our guest speakers will provide diverse perspectives of career opportunities in research. Whether in institutes, universities, research centers or industry.

What’s In It for You?

Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers who share your passion for photonics while building connections that could lead to future opportunities.
Career Exploration: Gain insights into various career paths in photonics and related fields, helping you align your skills with industry needs.
Attendance certificate: Following the two-day event, you will receive an attendance certificate to use for your graduate school.

Additional Opportunities

Dutch Network Party: Meet with your future colleagues at the network gathering and enjoy some Dutch nibbles.
Training sessions: We have tailored workshops specifically for PhD students to prepare for your next move.
Hackathons: Test your skills and creativity under time pressure while working on innovative projects.
Labs Visits: Visit local labs from TU Delft, TNO, QTech and Aerospace.

Preliminary Program

Day 1, August 28 - Creating Your Career

12:30 - 13:30 Registration with lunch
13:30 - 14:00 Plenary intro CARLA
14:00 - 17:00 Pitches + workshops
17:30 - 19:00 Dutch network party

Day 2, August 29 - Shaping Your Career

09:00 - 09:30 Registration
09:30 - 11:00 Labtour round 1 + photonathon* per early registration
11:30 - 13:00 Labtour round 2 + photonathon
13:00 -14:00 Lunch
14:00 - 16:00 Pitches
16:00 - 18:30 Borrel + panel

Whether you’re looking for internships, job opportunities, or just a chance to expand your professional network, this event will help you achieve your goals. Join us and take the first step toward building your future! We look forward to welcoming you there!

More information to come.