Experiment: 200 jobs in one day 💼

Finding a job isn’t easy – HeadHunter says it takes 2-3 months on average!

But what if you could beat the odds? Our team put a job-hunting bot to the test, applying to hundreds of positions in seconds.

How did it turn out? Tap here to find out 👈

Behind the scenes of creativity in action 🍅

We’re cooking up some cool pics for our social media. Stay tuned!

From student to professor: Diego Arbildo Prieto returns to Student Spotlight

We recently reconnected with one of ITMO’s international students who, since finishing his Master’s, has returned to the university to get his PhD – all while also working full-time in China!

How does he juggle it all? We’ll let Diego explain:

For me, it’s all about discipline and organization. I plan my time carefully, setting up specific time blocks for my classes in China, meetings with South American universities, and my PhD work. I’ve even set up three clocks in my room to keep track of different time zones!

Click here to read the full interview 👈

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Five essential adaptation guides from ITMO.NEWS – all in one place! If you’re new to St. Petersburg and ITMO, these stories will help you…

🏡 …learn about the housing options available to ITMO students in St. Petersburg

💰 …find out how to get your first bank card and manage your finances efficiently

🚌 …use the city’s extensive public transport network and make the most of your student travel card

🏛 …get to know St. Petersburg like the back of your hand – from tourist staples to secret spots

🐻 …successfully adapt to life in Russia, avoid the worst of culture shock, and learn the local customs

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November chill vs artful days! 🎭

Fuel your week with contemporary displays, legendary retrospectives, and intriguing films. Here’s your guide:

🛣 Exhibition: Time of Land
• Nov 21 | 12 - 8 PM | 200 RUB

In artist Dima Filippov’s landscapes, meaningful locations turn into symbols of their witnessed history.

🎬 On the Big Screen: Lee (2023)
• Nov 22 | 9:40 PM | 450 RUB

Discover the daring life of Lee Miller, a model-turned-war photojournalist, in this biopic starring Kate Winslet (in English with Russian subtitles).

🎪 St. Petersburg Fair
• Nov 24 | 12 - 9 PM | Free

Explore heartwarming handmade creations at the fair, featuring candles, scarves, jewelry, and DIY workshops.

🪶 Concert for the 225th anniversary of Pushkin’s birth
• Nov 25 | 8 PM | 1,000 - 7,700 RUB

Experience Pushkin’s works as operas, from Eugene Onegin to Boris Godunov, as performed by the St. Petersburg Symphony Orchestra.

But wait, there’s more! Explore the full lineup of events on ITMO.NEWS 👈

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ITMO is coming to Kazakhstan 🇰🇿

Want to learn more about ITMO University first-hand? Visit this weekend’s Study in Russia exhibition in Astana!

Our International Office representatives will be there to guide you on how to enroll in your dream program at ITMO and secure a tuition-free spot through one of our scholarship programs.

🔗 Find out the full list of universities attending and sign up

📆 November 23, 11 am – 5 pm, November 24, 10 am – 4 pm
📍 Russian House in Astana, Kenesary St. 39

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Competitions, contests, tournaments – it’s been a heated week at ITMO! 🌟

🤖 At the ITMO EduLeaders competition, new projects combined AI, gamification, and storytelling. We got to meet the winners and learn about their innovative ideas!

🏆 At the inclusive projects contest IT Planet 2024, ITMO was named an absolute champion – receiving recognition at the Mentor Forum in Moscow.

🔒 ITMO co-hosted the grand finals of BRICS+ CTF, an international cybersecurity tournament that welcomed top teams from five continents.

Here’s a look at what you should keep on your radar:

💼 Can a bot land a job faster than you? Discover the surprising results of applying to 200 jobs in one day!

🧪 Explore cutting-edge innovations in robotic labs and AI-driven material design. Register by November 26 to join the conference!

More exciting updates await next week!

#newsdigest

Medical insurance for ITMO students 🏥

You can obtain a short-term health insurance policy in your country before entering Russia and gain an extended one upon your arrival. You can also sign up for options offered by ITMO (Renaissance) or choose another insurance company in St. Petersburg.

🔎 When obtaining an insurance policy, pay attention to:
• The type of insurance – for international students
• The coverage area – St. Petersburg and Leningrad Oblast
• The policy coverage – the lowest-priced versions include only repatriation, while the basic set tends to cover emergency medical care and dental care
• The date of activation – not all insurance policies are valid immediately; some of them take effect five days or two weeks after payment

💸 The price range may differ. Here’s an example from Renaissance insurance:
• Emergency help — 4000 rubles/year
• Full coverage – 15,000 rubles/year

Got questions? DM us via @itmo_uni_dm 💭

Is it possible not to spend a dime for a day in St. Petersburg and have fun? Absolutely!

Out team took this question to the extreme and set out to spend a “free” (as in “not costing anything”) day in St. Petersburg while also eating full meals, grabbing a coffee, and soaking up the city’s culture. Check out how it went!

Could you tackle this challenge?

💅 – easy-peasy!
🦄 – it’s a tough one

#studentlife

Ready to boost your career? 🔥

Join the Careers Forum and gain unique opportunities to upgrade your skills and attend express interviews with top companies.

📅 November 27 and 29, 2024
📍 Kronverksky Pr. 49, Lomonosova St. 9

Here’s how to participate:
• Check the schedule of express interviews and choose the companies you’re interested in.
• Register here
• Print out your CV and don’t be late!

✨ Don’t forget to send your CV to careers@itmo.ru with the subject: “CV for [company] for [position].” Your CV will be forwarded to the employers as part of the ITMO.Hunter project!

The most active participants will have a chance to win a Career Box!

Stay updated by subscribing to the ITMO.Careers Telegram channel.

#opportunities

Use the comment section of this post as a space to connect 🔽

Looking for a student to ask questions about student life or admissions at ITMO? Or are you, in turn, the one ready to share your wisdom?

If you’re an ITMO student willing to help, reply with your specialization/major – and if you’re just interested at enrolling at ITMO, tell us what you would like to learn more about. Let’s help each other out!

From Egypt to Russia 🇪🇬

Meet Ramy, a mechatronics and robotics student who chose ITMO for its unmatched ICPC record and vibrant academic environment. What’s he up to now? We’ll allow Ramy to explain:

I’m particularly interested in drones and how they interact with the Internet of Things (IoT). Right now, I’m working on a project where I’m building a drone that monitors different terrains. For example, it would be able to navigate deserts, permafrost, and rainforests with equal efficiency and precision. It’s still a work in progress, but I’m really excited about the possibilities in this field.

Click here to read the full interview 👈

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