On the morning of April 09, 2025, Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry and Trade (HUIT) had an important working session with CNC Shandong Company (China) to discuss the possibilities of cooperation in training and providing employment opportunities for students after graduation. This working session is a step forward in building a close relationship between the university and the enterprise, opening up development opportunities for both sides.

Overview of the working session.

On behalf of Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry and Trade, attending the working session were Dr. Thai Doan Thanh – Vice Rector of the university, and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dang Tan Hiep – Head of the International Cooperation Department. Representing CNC Shandong Company (China) was Mr. Xiaohui (Kelvin) – Official representative in Vietnam of Shandong Chenbang CNC Equipment Co., Ltd.

Mr. Xiaohui (Kelvin) – Official representative in Vietnam of Shandong Chenbang CNC Equipment Co., Ltd.

At the working session, Dr. Thai Doan Thanh shared the university's goals in seeking cooperation opportunities with international enterprises, especially those from China, to provide students not only with theoretical knowledge but also valuable practical experiences. He hopes that after the working session, it will create opportunities for students to access actual working environments, thereby applying the learned knowledge into professional work. In addition, it also builds a sustainable cooperative relationship between the university and enterprises, thereby promoting mutual development.

Representatives of Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry and Trade at the working session.

In an open and cooperative atmosphere, the two sides discussed in detail the internship programs for students and the job positions that students of Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry and Trade can apply for at CNC Shandong Company. Besides, the company also extended an invitation to HUIT students to participate in national and international skills competitions co-sponsored by CNC Shandong Company. Among them, the Nationwide Skill Competition is a great opportunity for students to showcase their talents, and the International Skill Competition, held every two years and scheduled for 2026 in Shanghai and Tianjin, China, will be a global playground to discover outstanding students and lecturers, helping to enhance the prestige of lecturers and students in the university and the company, while contributing to promoting the development of Vietnam's technology industry.

This working session has created important steps in promoting the relationship between the university and the enterprise.

The working session concluded in an intimate and cooperative atmosphere, with many prospects for the future. The cooperation not only brings benefits to students but also contributes to promoting the sustainable development of the high-tech industry in Vietnam. With these cooperation opportunities and the strong connection between the university and the enterprise, Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry and Trade expects to continue developing high-quality training programs, helping students not only excel in theory but also become confident and ready to enter the challenging international labor market.