IEEE Japan YP Career Lab 2026 in Fukuoka
IEEE Japan YP Career Lab 2026 in Fukuoka
The IEEE Hiroshima, Shikoku and Fukuoka Joint Sections Young Professionals (HSF YP), IEEE Kansai Section Young Professionals (Kansai YP), and IEEE Nagoya Section Young Professionals (Nagoya YP) will jointly organize IEEE Japan YP Career Lab 2026 in Fukuoka on December 13, 2026, in a hybrid format (in-person and online).
This event aims to provide students, young researchers, and professionals with opportunities to explore career development, discuss challenges related to doctoral studies and professional careers, and exchange experiences and perspectives with participants from academia and industry.
The event consists of two main sessions.
Morning Session (9:30–12:30)
8th Career Discussion Forum for PhD Students and Researchers
Organized jointly by IEEE Kansai YP and IEEE HSF YP.
This session focuses on career paths for doctoral students and PhD holders. Through invited talks and discussions with current PhD students and professionals working in academia and industry, participants will explore the opportunities and challenges associated with pursuing a doctoral degree and developing their careers after graduation.
Afternoon Session (13:30–15:00)
How Can We Make the Most of Connections Built Through IEEE YP? Leveraging Professional Society Activities in Industry
Organized by IEEE Nagoya YP.
IEEE Young Professionals activities offer valuable opportunities to build professional networks, connect with researchers and engineers across different organizations, and expand career possibilities.
However, how can we effectively utilize these connections in our professional lives, particularly in industry?
This session explores practical ways to leverage connections established through IEEE YP and other professional society activities. It focuses on how these networks can contribute to career development, professional growth, knowledge sharing, and collaboration between academia and industry.
By sharing experiences and perspectives on professional society involvement, the session aims to help participants recognize the value of IEEE networks and consider how to make the most of these connections in their careers.
Networking Session (16:00–)
An optional in-person networking session will be held near Hakata Station after the main event, providing an opportunity for participants to connect and exchange ideas in a more informal setting.
The participation fee will be announced once confirmed.
Event Information
Date: Sunday, December 13, 2026
Time: 9:30–15:00 (JST)
Format: Hybrid (In-person and Online)
Venue: Minnano Kashikaigishitsu Hakata Ekimae, Room 303
Address: 1-3-22 Hakataekimae, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Japan
Online Participation: Zoom (planned). Connection details will be provided to registered online participants.
We warmly welcome undergraduate and graduate students, doctoral students, early-career researchers, industry professionals, and anyone interested in career development and IEEE activities.
We look forward to welcoming you in Fukuoka or online!
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- 1-3-22 Hakataekimae
- Hakata-ku
- Fukuoka, Fukuoka
- Japan 812-0011
- Building: Kakizen Building (Minnano Kashikaigishitsu Hakata Ekimae)
- Room Number: 303 (3rd Floor)
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- Co-sponsored by IEEE Japan Council
Agenda
09:15–09:30 Registration
09:30–12:30 Morning Session: 8th Career Discussion Forum for PhD Students and Researchers
Organized by IEEE Kansai YP and IEEE HSF YP.
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Opening Remarks
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Invited Talks on Doctoral Studies and Career Development
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Introduction to Kansai YP and HSF YP
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Closing Remarks
12:30–13:30 Lunch Break
13:30–15:00 Afternoon Session: How Can We Make the Most of Connections Built Through IEEE YP? Leveraging Professional Society Activities in Industry
Organized by IEEE Nagoya YP.
This session explores how connections developed through IEEE Young Professionals activities can be utilized for career development, professional networking, and collaboration, particularly in industry.
16:00– Networking Session (Optional, In-Person Only)
Venue: Near Hakata Station
Participation Fee: To be announced