On 22 June, the VNUHCM–University of Science (HCMUS) hosted a meeting with SAMTEC Viet Nam Co., Ltd. to discuss strategic directions for cooperation in education, internships, and the development of high-quality human resources.

Attending the meeting on behalf of SAMTEC Viet Nam were Mr Chung Teck Chin, General Director; Ms Jennifer Nguyen, Head of Human Resources; Ms Anh Dang, HR Supervisor; Mr Michael Bui, Head of Engineering; Mr Jonathan Long, Training Supervisor; and Ms Sam Dang, Recruitment Specialist.

Representing HCMUS were Associate Professor Trần Minh Triết, Vice-President; Associate Professor Võ Hồng Hải, Deputy Head of the Office of External Relations; Dr Bùi Trọng Tú, Dean of the Faculty of Electronics and Telecommunications; and Associate Professor Huỳnh Văn Tuấn, Dean of the Faculty of Physics and Engineering Physics.

During the session, both sides shared insights into development strategies, human resource demands, and potential opportunities for collaboration. These discussions took place against the backdrop of rapid growth in the electronics, semiconductor, and high-tech industries, which drives an increasing demand for engineers equipped with solid expertise and the agility to adapt to real-world working environments.

Associate Professor Trần Minh Triết, Vice-President, emphasised that HCMUS consistently prioritises expanding partnerships with industry to enable students to gain early exposure to manufacturing, research, and technological development. Through internships, career experiences, and professional collaboration, students are given the chance to apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios whilst enhancing their capability to meet the requirements of the labour market.

The representatives from SAMTEC Viet Nam introduced the corporate operations in developing electronic connectivity solutions, encompassing high-speed interconnect technology, cable systems, optical solutions, RF, and applications serving the electronics industry. Founded in the United States in 1976, SAMTEC operates as a global technology enterprise with a manufacturing and technical support network spanning multiple countries.

A key focus of the meeting was the Co-op Program designed for final-year students with outstanding academic records (achieving a GPA of 3.5/5 or above). According to the proposal from the company, this initiative allows students to combine academic studies with practical work at the enterprise, structured as part-time employment during the academic year and full-time placement over the summer vacation. Students participating in this scheme not only gain access to a professional working environment and accumulate practical experience but also receive support throughout the placement, alongside prospects of transitioning into permanent roles upon graduation.

Furthermore, both parties exchanged views on internship programmes, recruitment drives, career guidance activities, and talent acquisition channels tailored for engineering students, particularly within the fields of electronics–telecommunications and engineering physics.

The meeting opens up promising prospects for cooperation between HCMUS and SAMTEC Viet Nam in aligning higher education with industry needs. This partnership creates further opportunities for students to engage with emerging technologies, experience international working environments, and prepare for professional careers whilst still at university.

Representatives from both institutions discussing collaborative frameworks for education, internships, recruitment, and university–industry links.