On June 4, 2026, the UTFPR IEEE Student Branch hosted a strategic seminar focused on the transition from academia to the workforce. The event officially marked the resumption of the Student Branch’s activities and celebrated a major milestone: the launch of the university’s first IEEE Industrial Electronics Society (IES) Student Chapter. Funded by the IEEE Young Professionals STEP (Student Transition & Elevation Program), the event connected students with mentors and highlighted global career and volunteering opportunities available after graduation.
Speakers and Mentorship
- Prof. Marco Wehrmeister (UTFPR) - Led the academic mentorship session, providing guidance on research pathways and graduate studies.
- Iohana Cabral (Specialist at Banco Itaú) - Conducted the career mentorship session, addressing market demands and what corporations look for in recent graduates.
- Gabriel Borges (UFRN) - Presented a global overview of the IEEE and IES, emphasizing opportunities for volunteering and engagement in international initiatives.
- Matheus Tenório (South Brazil Section SAC) - Outlined the core skills and competencies that students should develop throughout their undergraduate studies.
Agenda
- Opening & Global Vision: An overview of international volunteering opportunities within IEEE/IES.
- Skills Panel: A discussion on essential core skills for contemporary students.
- Mentorship Sessions: Concurrent breakout sessions focusing on academic and corporate career paths.
- Closing: Official celebration of the new Student Chapter’s foundation.
Outcomes
- Estimated Attendance: Approximately 20 participants from the university community.
- Regional Impact: Consolidation of the 2nd IEEE IES Student Branch Chapter within the South Brazil Section.
- National Impact: Official recognition of the 7th IEEE IES Student Branch Chapter within the Brazil Council.
- Revitalization: Official restoration of the Student Branch’s innovation ecosystem and activities at the university.
