NTNU Helps International Students Build Careers in Taiwan
As global competition for talent intensifies, helping international students stay, grow, and thrive in Taiwan has become an important priority for higher education. During the second semester of the 2025 academic year, the Office of International Affairs (OIA) at National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU) launched a series of career development activities under its International Student Employment Support Program, offering comprehensive guidance to help international students prepare for career opportunities in Taiwan.
The program included career talks, practical workshops, internship information sessions, legal and visa guidance, entrepreneurship sharing, and one-on-one résumé consultations. Together, these activities attracted nearly 200 participants from more than 10 countries, reflecting NTNU’s continued commitment to building a welcoming and supportive environment for international talent.
Institutional Career Support for International Students
OIA shared that international students seeking employment in Taiwan often face challenges related to cultural differences, complex regulations, and limited access to career information. To address these needs, the office worked with industry partners, research institutions, and professional experts to provide students with a more integrated career support system.
The semester’s activities covered industry internship matching, job-search skill development, and entrepreneurship experience sharing. OIA invited a global technology company to hold a Foxconn internship information session, helping students better understand corporate recruitment needs, workplace trends, and opportunities in Taiwan’s technology sector. In collaboration with the National Science and Technology Council, OIA also organized résumé consultation sessions for master’s and doctoral students, providing one-on-one expert feedback to help international students translate their research expertise into strengths that match the needs of Taiwan’s industries.
The program also emphasized practical knowledge and long-term career planning. OIA invited representatives from CrossBond, which has extensive experience assisting foreign professionals with employment matching in Taiwan, to explain labor rights, visa regulations, and job-search strategies. In addition, a Panamanian entrepreneur with years of experience building a business in Taiwan shared his journey from the early stages of entrepreneurship to business development, encouraging international students to explore innovation and startup opportunities.
Strong Participation Across Cultures
The program received enthusiastic responses from international students from Asia, Europe, the Americas, and other regions. Students actively asked questions and engaged in discussion throughout the activities, demonstrating the vitality of NTNU’s multicultural campus community.
A Malaysian undergraduate student who joined the résumé consultation activity said the resources provided by the University and OIA helped turn uncertainty into a clearer direction, offering valuable support for future development in Taiwan after graduation. Another student from Europe or North America who attended the entrepreneurship session shared that they had once assumed it would be nearly impossible for foreigners to start a business in Taiwan, but the practical information provided by OIA helped them see real opportunities to become a founder in Taiwan.
Student feedback showed that the series created an important opportunity for international students to explore future pathways. By offering targeted and diverse support, OIA helped reduce students’ uncertainty about remaining in Taiwan and increased their interest in pursuing employment and long-term development in the country.
A Truly International Campus
OIA emphasized that international students are an important force in advancing Taiwan’s industrial internationalization and multicultural development. Looking ahead, the office will continue to strengthen support mechanisms for international talent, integrate resources on and off campus, and provide even more comprehensive career guidance and student support services to help international students transition smoothly from university life to the workplace.
Beyond supporting international students in completing their studies, NTNU hopes that every student can find a meaningful path for personal and professional development in Taiwan. Through these efforts, the University will continue to build an inclusive, diverse, and globally competitive campus.