FAQs

  1. What is CDC?

Career Development Center (CDC) is an entity within Daffodil International University to help students prepare for their personal, academic and professional careers. CDC plays the anchor role in helping undergraduates land the right job within the quickest possible time. We are there to help DIU students realize their full potential in the job market. We prepare and train students of all disciplines for the world of work. At CDC, we help our DIU students to:

  • Discover themselves – to identify the right career path and plan for long-term success – personally and professionally
  • Develop basic professional skills so that they may transform these into competencies and hence perform better. Our approach is based on Leadership Development Stages: Managing Self & Managing Others
  • Grow better attitudes – build on greater confidence in what they do and say – how to present themselves better to win the hearts of others
  1. What are the key functions of CDC?
  • Placement : Internships, Temporary/Permanent Jobs
  • Career Counseling : Career paths, Job demand in industries
  • Training & Development : Professional (soft) and industry skills
  1. What kinds of activities are performed by CDC?
    • Career Planning and Development support for individual students
    • Empowering students with Skills , Knowledge & Attitude
    • Organizing need-based Training, Workshops and Seminars on a regular basis
    • Helping students understand their strengths and weaknesses
    • Helping students to discover their unique skills, interests and values
    • Providing students with Job Linkages
    • CV de-construction and re-construction, focusing on Roles & Responsibilities
    • Application letter writing and how to tune the CV to complement the requirements of the target vacancy or company
    • How to research the company before chasing the job
    • Interview techniques, tackling difficult questions, body language and speech mannerisms
    • Mock Interview sessions
    • Residential Programs/ Career Camps
    • Internship Orientation Program, named ‘Campus to Corporate’
    • Career Publications : Career Mapping Journal- “Navigator” and Career Pocket Guide Book - “Career Street SMART”
    • Assisting students to pursue higher studies and scholarships at home & abroad
    • Assisting students to participate in International Cross Cultural Activities/Summer Programs/Camps
    • On Campus Job Facilities
    • Job searching.
    • Liaison with DIU Alumni.
  1. How may I get help from CDC?

We are committed to helping you whenever you need us. Visit our office on the 4th floor of Daffodil Tower.

Daffodil International University, 4/2 Sobhanbag, Dhanmondi, Dhaka-1207, Bangladesh. You may also reach us at Cell: +8801991195535/ Email:  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  1. Is there any opportunity to get membership of CDC?

Career Development Center (CDC) is open to all. As of now, no membership is required to avail our services.

  1. How may I get regular updates of CDC activities?

We mail regular information to your DIU student email address. You may also find the information on our website and Facebook page:
Web: https://cdc.daffodilvarsity.edu.bd/ Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/diu.cdc/
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/diu.cdc/

  1. How can we get a job at CDC?

There is an opportunity for you to work with Career Development Center (CDC) as a Student Associate. From time to time, CDC notifies all the students through email of vacancies. You may then submit your most recent CV and we will call you for an interview.

  1. How can we get a job from CDC?

Career Development Center (CDC) notifies students throughout the year about jobs (part or full-time) and internship opportunities by email. Please check your inbox regularly for notifications.

 9. What is the procedure if I want to apply for a Job/ Internship?

Get updated news of job/ internship opportunities through email from Career Development Center (CDC), email us a recent CV at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (for job placement) and This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (for internship placement) with the job thread from the email circular.

 10. As I am a current student, can I apply for a job?

Yes. You can apply for a part-time job. Submit a recent CV and necessary documents when we publish any requirement.

 11. What is the Email Address of CDC?

    For any general queries, mail us at (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.). To Apply at JOB circular, contact us at (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.), For internship placement, contact us at (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.), For event purposes, contact us at (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)

  1. What is the objective of the seminars/workshops that CD organizes? Why should we attend these?

The objective of our seminars/workshops is to connect students with industry personnel. Typically the seminars/workshops are conducted by corporate leaders, motivational speakers, and trainers. These key figures in industry share their expectations of fresh graduates and growing employees. They also provide guidance and techniques to develop your employability and soft skills.

 13. As I am not a student of Daffodil International University, can I get any service from CDC?

In general, our services are exclusively for the students/Alumni of Daffodil International University. However, sometimes we allow students of other institutions to participate in certain programs.

 14. Is there any facility to get feedback from CDC, about a matter relating to a job or internship?

Yes. You are always welcome to contact us for any update. However, we appreciate your patience and, so, please allow us a reasonable time period to work on your requirements. We will inform you as soon as there are confirmed updates.

 15. If I complete my Bachelor degree from DIU but post-graduation from others university, am I able to get help from CDC?

Yes, you will be able to get help from Career Development Center (CDC). We always welcome our alumni.

 16. If I am not selected for a job or internship due to any shortcoming, is there any chance to get training so that I can improve?

We provide feedback not only on problems but also on possible ways to overcome them.

 17. If I try to manage my own job or internship, then how CDC will help me?

Career Development Center (CDC) will help you with an introduction letter and any other assistance you may need with your job or internship placement.

 18. Does CDC’s website/Facebook page include any template for CVs and forwarding letters?

Yes. They do. Please visit our website/FB page where we post such templates and other career and skill development tools.

  1. Can CDC help to get an international internship?

Career Development Center (CDC) works with organizations to find opportunities for our students for international internships. You may contact us if you are interested and we will notify you whenever there are opportunities.

  1. If I want to study abroad, how can CDC help me?

Career Development Center (CDC) can link you up with other entities which can guide you about doing higher studies at overseas universities which have MoUs/MoAs with Daffodil International University.

  1. How many organization is CDC connected with that offer job/internship placements?

For internship placements, currently we are connected with approximately 40 organizations and for your career placement/job placements we are now in touch with over 100 companies.

  1. Does CDC have any regular program to help me improve my speaking and presentation abilities?

Yes. Daffodil Orators, is a free platform for you to improve both your speaking and presentation abilities through learning and practicing every Thursday. Anyone from any university can join the sessions.

You can join Daffodil Orators at Facebook for regular updates:  www.facebook.com/groups/daffodilorators

  1. Can I work with CDC as a volunteer? What are the benefits?

Yes. You can work with us as a volunteer. You will also get a certificate on your service which will benefit you in your in job interview.
You can get regular volunteer opportunities updates at: www.facebook.com/groups/cdcvolunteer