Career Services

The Career Services office at the American Institute of Applied Sciences in Switzerland (AUS) is dedicated to preparing you not just for your first job, but for a lifetime of professional achievement. Situated in the heart of the Swiss Riviera, within reach of over 850 multinational headquarters in the Lake Geneva region, AUS provides a career development ecosystem that connects classroom learning directly to the global job market.

Our approach is built on four guiding principles: mission alignment with your personal career goals, the cultivation of creativity and critical thinking, experiential learning enhanced by artificial intelligence tools, and the creation of a vibrant community hub where students, alumni, and industry leaders converge. Every service we offer is designed to ensure that when you graduate, you possess not only the academic credentials but also the professional confidence, network, and practical skills to succeed in any market.

At AUS, we believe that career readiness is not an afterthought appended to the final semester of study; it is a continuous process woven into every stage of your academic journey. From your first term, you will engage with career development activities that build progressively toward your professional launch. Our philosophy centers on the understanding that modern employers seek graduates who combine technical expertise with the soft skills necessary for leadership, collaboration, and ethical decision-making in a global context.

We recognize that every student arrives at AUS with a unique background, set of ambitions, and career trajectory. For this reason, our Career Services team delivers individualized support rather than one-size-fits-all programming. Whether you aspire to join a multinational corporation, launch your own venture, or pursue further graduate study, we tailor our guidance to your specific objectives.

AUS offers a structured series of career development workshops throughout the academic year, covering the essential competencies that employers value most. These workshops are designed to be practical, interactive, and immediately applicable to your job search and professional growth.

Every AUS student has access to one-on-one career coaching sessions with experienced professionals who understand the nuances of the international job market. Our coaching services include personality and strengths assessments to help you identify the roles and industries where you will thrive, comprehensive CV and application reviews tailored to your target markets, and mock interview sessions that simulate real-world hiring processes.

Career coaching at AUS is not limited to a single appointment. Our coaches work with you over the course of your studies, tracking your progress, refining your strategy, and connecting you with relevant opportunities as they arise. This sustained, relationship-based approach ensures that you are fully prepared when the right opportunity presents itself.

The Lake Geneva region is home to the headquarters of some of the world’s most influential organizations, and AUS leverages this extraordinary proximity to create direct pathways between our students and industry leaders. Our networking initiatives include alumni connection events, partnerships with professional organizations, and exclusive access to industry forums and conferences.

AUS maintains active relationships with leading employers and placement partners, ensuring that our students have access to opportunities that are not available through public job boards. Our institutional partnerships with organizations such as Paragon and IAESTE in Zurich further expand the geographic and sectoral reach of our career network.

AUS integrates employability skills development directly into the academic experience. Beyond traditional business knowledge, our curriculum and co-curricular programming emphasize the hard and soft skills that distinguish exceptional candidates in competitive hiring processes. Students develop proficiency in data-driven decision-making, AI-powered business tools, cross-cultural communication, and collaborative leadership.

Through our partnership with IBMSkillsBuild, students have the option to earn additional professional certifications in Generative AI, Cybersecurity, and Data Science alongside their degree. These industry-recognized credentials provide tangible proof of your technical capabilities and are highly valued by employers across all sectors.

AUS encourages all students to participate in community engagement and volunteering activities as part of their professional development. These experiences build empathy, cultural awareness, and leadership skills that are increasingly valued by employers who prioritize corporate social responsibility. Our Career Services team coordinates volunteer opportunities with local organizations in the Lake Geneva region, providing you with meaningful experiences that enrich both your personal growth and your professional portfolio.

The AUS Speaker Series brings accomplished business leaders, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders to campus for intimate, interactive sessions with our students. Past speakers have included executives from organizations such as Mitsubishi, Maple Leaf Foods, Starbucks, and global consulting firms, sharing insights on topics ranging from sustainability strategy to organizational transformation.

These sessions provide direct access to the perspectives and networks of senior professionals, offering you the opportunity to ask questions, seek mentorship, and build relationships that extend well beyond the classroom.

AUS graduates have built successful careers at some of the world’s most respected organizations. The combination of a dual Swiss and American degree, a rigorous applied curriculum, and the professional network cultivated during their studies positions our alumni leadership roles across industries and continents.