FAQ
Where can I arrange a meeting with an English-speaking career counselor?
To arrange a meeting with a career counselor, sign up for an appointment on the Calendly platform: https://calendly.com/j-ksen/new-meeting
Before the meeting please send your CV in a pdf format with a GDPR clause attached. (I hereby agree for the University of Warsaw to process my personal data included in this document for the purposes of my participation in the consultation.)
I am an Erasmus+ student/trainee. Can I sign up for a meeting with a career counselor?
Yes, you can. Consultations are free of charge and available for all University of Warsaw community.
Do I need a work permit as a foreign student in Poland?
Full-time students from non-EU/EEA countries generally do not need a work permit to work in Poland, provided they have a valid student visa or a temporary residence permit issued for the purpose of study. EU/EEA citizens and holders of the Card of the Pole also do not require a work permit. If you need legal assistance, you can find information here: https://welcome.uw.edu.pl/
Are there limits on how many hours I can work while studying?
No, there are generally no maximum work hour limits for full-time students in Poland during their studies. You can work full-time (up to 40 hours a week) if you can manage it alongside your studies, though many students choose to work part-time due to the academic workload.
Does the university offer career support after I graduate?
Yes, the UW Career office assists both current students and graduates with career counseling, job searching, and skill-building workshops.
If I have problems with logging into the biurokarier.edu.pl platform, what can I do?
In case of any technical problems, please contact us through our email biurokarier@adm.uw.edu.pl, describing the problem, including your name and faculty.
We will do our best to respond to your inquiry in a timely manner.
Should I attach my photo to my CV?
It is highly recommended to attach a professional photo to your CV when applying for a job in Poland. While not legally required (according to GDPR regulations, employers cannot require a photo), it is standard practice and most Polish recruiters expect to see one.
If the job advertisement explicitly instructs you not to include a photo, then you should respect that request. Some international or large corporations may do this to avoid potential discrimination issues.
Crucially, also ensure you include a data processing consent clause on your CV, as this is a legal requirement under Polish law for recruiters to process your application. You can usually copy the relevant statement from the job posting.
Can I stay and work in Poland after I graduate?
Yes, graduates of full-time programs from Polish universities have full access to the labor market and do not need a work permit after graduation. However, the residence permit is still required.
What steps do I need to take to stay legally after graduation?
You will need to ensure your residence status is in order. You can apply for a temporary residence permit to look for a job (valid for up to 9 months, once) or apply for a combined temporary residence and work permit once you have found a job. It’s crucial to manage your documentation before your current student visa or permit expires. For more information, see the governmental website of the Office for Foreigners: https://www.gov.pl/web/udsc-en
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ERASMUS TRAINEE QUESTIONS
Where can I find crucial information about my stay as a Erasamus+ trainee at the UW?
For information on organisational issues related to the trainee’s stay at the University of Warsaw (organisation on the UW premises, additional course delivery), facilities, additional possible support and offers, please visit the UW Welcome Point website. The website also provides information on how to organise the stay in the City of Warsaw: legalising stay, public transport, leisure time, sport activities.
The Welcome Point webpage: https://welcome.uw.edu.pl/
How can I pursue an traineeship under the Erasmus+ programme at our University?
The first step is to know in what faculty/unit or in what field you would like to do your internship. The list of our Faculties and areas in which they are specialized is available here: https://en.uw.edu.pl/about-university/faculties/ . Other academic units are listed here: https://en.uw.edu.pl/about-university/academic-units/ .
Then you should contact the Faculty’s Erasmus+ Coordinator, find your research mentor and agree on the form of the internship, term and programme (the list of Mobility Coordinators is available on http://en.bwz.uw.edu.pl/mobility-coordinators/ ).
Please remember that each Faculty/Unit may have different requirements for recruitment and documents necessary for application.
Your mentor should contact us after agreeing on the details of your internship and give us the Letter of Acceptance for starting the procedure of signing a Learning Agreement (Before the Mobility part).
What are the options of accommodation offered by the University as an Erasmus+ trainee?
The UW has no obligation to provide accommodation for the Erasmus+ trainee. A place in a student dormitory or guest rooms can be offered.
At the request of the trainee, the receiving unit directs an enquiry about the possibility of accommodation in UW dormitories to the Student Welfare and Support Office via email: bpm@uw.edu.pla minimum of 14 days, but no earlier than 45 days before the arrival of the trainee. After approval by the Head of the UW Student Welfare and Support Office, accommodation details are agreed with the Student Dormitory.
Requests for a place in the Hotel Facility “Hera” are sent by an employee of the UW unit via email to: herarezerw@adm.uw.edu.pl
Am I able to receive a student ID card as an Erasmus+ trainee?
The trainee is not entitled to a UW student ID card because he/she does not have the status of a UW student during the traineeship (legal basis § 21 (1) of the Ordinance of the Minister of Science and Higher Education of 27.09.2018 on studies in connection with Article 83 of the Act of 20.07.2018, the Law on Higher Education).
The student card from the home foreign university is not a document certifying student status in Poland; Visiting trainees shall acquire an international student card (ISIC). (www.isic.pl)
The International student card – ISIC confirms student status. During your stay in Poland, you can save, among other things, on transport, paying for a place in a hotel, restaurants, pubs, cultural centres, as well as shops and service outlets.
I would like to have access to the University of Warsaw library (BUW) during my traineeship. Is it possible?
Yes. Visit the registration point with a valid identity document with a photograph (ID/passport/ISIC card etc.), address of residence, PESEL number and a certificate from a teaching unit of the UW (Certificate).
You can find additional information here: https://www.buw.uw.edu.pl/en/practical-information/register/