The Take-Off. Tales&Tips to work abroad

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The Take-Off is a podcast by Bocconi Career Services for students and young graduates interested in international careers. Each episode takes you inside a different European city through the firsthand experiences of Bocconi Alumni, offering insights into their career paths and sharing practical tips to kick-start your professional journey abroad. 

Episodes

  1. Jul 1

    The Take-Off. Tales & Tips to work in Munich

    Next stop Munich: ready for Take-Off? In this episode, Bocconi Alumni Francesca Gradara, Manager Corporate Finance at BCG, and Gaia Paissan, M&A Analyst at UniCredit, share insights into one of Germany’s leading business hubs. Munich is a city where tradition and innovation meet, offering opportunities across finance, consulting, technology, industry and multinational companies. They reflect on the so-called “Munich mix”, the importance of starting early and building solid professional experience, as well as the need to be structured, reliable and ready to adapt to a more practical and disciplined way of working. From bureaucracy and local habits to the long-term value of learning German, they capture both the challenges and the charm of a city that can truly surprise you. Don’t wait to land: discover Tales & Tips to work in Munich. Press play on this episode!

  2. Jun 24

    The Take-Off. Tales & Tips to work in Madrid

    Next stop Madrid: ready for Take-Off? In this episode, Bocconi Alumni Maddalena Liccione, Chief Editor at Citywire España, and Luca D’Amato, Strategy and Operations Manager at Revolut, share insights into a city that has become increasingly global in recent years. Madrid offers growing opportunities for international talent but also requires the ability to navigate a distinct cultural code, where empathy, openness, and human connection play an important role in professional life. They reflect on the importance of speaking Spanish, adapting to local habits, and being bold enough to seize new opportunities, while also capturing the energy of a city that is evolving quickly. Don’t wait to land: discover Tales & Tips to work in Madrid. Press play on this episode!

  3. Jun 17

    The Take-Off. Tales & Tips to work in Berlin

    Next stop Berlin: ready for Take-Off? In this episode, Bocconi Alumni Laura Cristaldi, Head of Business at N26, and Finn Rubach, Junior Consultant at Roland Berger, share insights into a city that is highly international, easy to move to, and rich in professional energy. Berlin offers a dynamic ecosystem shaped by fintech, scale-ups, climate tech and sustainability, and applied-AI Companies, where proactiveness, flexibility, and openness to feedback are essential skills to develop. It is also a city where career paths are often more fluid, giving young professionals the chance to experiment, grow fast and work in highly international environments from the very beginning. Don’t wait to land: discover Tales & Tips to work in Berlin. Press play on this episode!

  4. Jun 10

    The Take-Off. Tales & Tips to work in Copenhagen

    Next stop Copenhagen: ready for Take-Off? In this episode, Bocconi Alumni Alessandro Bracco, Vice President Marketing, Sales and Service at Alfa Laval, and Maria Francesca Martini, Global Strategy Lead at Novo Nordisk, share insights into one of Europe’s most attractive and future-oriented job markets.  Copenhagen is often associated with quality of life and work-life balance, but this episode goes beyond the usual stereotypes. From industrial innovation and sustainability to life sciences and healthcare, we explore the sectors shaping Denmark’s professional future, what companies expect from young international professionals, and what you should know before moving there.  Don’t wait to land: discover Tales & Tips to work in Copenhagen. Press play on this episode!

  5. Jun 3

    The Take-Off. Tales & Tips to work in Paris

    Next stop Paris: ready for Take-Off? In this episode, Bocconi Alumni Paolo Codazzi, Vice President Total Reward at Quadient, and Martina Moscato, International Product Manager, Miss Dior at Dior Beauty, share insights into a highly competitive and centralized job market. From luxury and beauty to finance and consulting, Paris offers access to a wide range of career paths for ambitious young professionals. They reflect on the importance of networking, language fluency, cultural agility, and resilience in navigating a demanding professional environment. Don’t wait to land: discover Tales & Tips to work in Paris. Press play on this episode!

  6. May 27

    The Take-Off. Tales & Tips to work in Frankfurt

    Next stop Frankfurt: ready for Take-Off? In this episode, Bocconi Alumni Francesco Manuele, Managing Director at Intesa Sanpaolo, and Tania Di Biase, Graduate Program Participant at the European Central Bank, share insights into one of Europe’s leading financial centers. With opportunities across finance, European institutions, consulting, legal services, and technology, Frankfurt offers a unique combination of international scope and local accessibility. They reflect on the importance of adaptability, problem solving, and patience in navigating a demanding professional environment, while also highlighting the value of building connections in a well-established international community. Don’t wait to land: discover Tales & Tips to work in Frankfurt. Press play on this episode!

  7. May 20

    The Take-Off. Tales & Tips to work in Amsterdam

    Next stop Amsterdam: ready for Take-Off? In this episode, Bocconi Alumni Luca Ribichini, Senior Associate Business Development at SAIL Investments, and Elena Maria Rossi, Operations Coordinator, Merchandising - EMEA Grocery & Retail at Uber, share insights into a highly international and expat-friendly job market. Strong entry-level opportunities, a flat corporate culture, and a dynamic ecosystem spanning tech, finance, startups, and multinational companies make Amsterdam a compelling place to begin a career abroad. They reflect on the importance of flexibility, and a goal-oriented approach to work, while also addressing the practical challenge of finding housing in a fast-moving city. Don’t wait to land: discover Tales & Tips to work in Amsterdam. Press play on this episode!

  8. May 13

    The Take-Off. Tales & Tips to work in Luxembourg

    Next stop Luxembourg: ready for Take-Off? In this episode, Bocconi Alumni Guido Chimienti, Conducting Officer at Renta4 Luxembourg, and Chiara Corti, Product Marketing Manager at Amazon, share insights into a highly international and meritocratic job market. Global headquarters, early exposure to senior stakeholders, and strong career opportunities make Luxembourg an attractive destination for young professionals. They reflect on the importance of adaptability, communication, accountability, and open-mindedness in navigating a demanding environment with high standards, while also highlighting the city’s quality of life. Don’t wait to land: discover Tales & Tips to work in Luxembourg. Press play on this episode!

  9. May 6

    The Take-Off. Tales & Tips to work in Brussels

    First stop Brussels: ready for Take-Off? In this episode, Bocconi Alumnae Anna Tacconi, Business Unit Head at Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, and Annachiara Tanzarella, Economic Analyst at the European Commission, share insights into a job market shaped by EU institutions and a wider ecosystem of international organizations, NGOs, and global companies. They highlight the value of networking, curiosity, and flexibility in navigating hybrid career paths that bridge public policy and private industry, where understanding EU regulation and its impact on sectors is key to success. Don’t wait to land: discover Tales & Tips to work in Brussels. Press play on this episode!

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The Take-Off is a podcast by Bocconi Career Services for students and young graduates interested in international careers. Each episode takes you inside a different European city through the firsthand experiences of Bocconi Alumni, offering insights into their career paths and sharing practical tips to kick-start your professional journey abroad. 

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