Featuring 78 participating enterprises offering over 5,000 recruitment and internship opportunities, HUIT Talent Day 2026 attracted more than 15,000 student visits while expanding university-industry collaboration in education, research, and workforce development.

On October 16, Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry and Trade (HUIT) hosted HUIT Talent Day 2026 at its main campus, located at 140 Le Trong Tan Street, Tay Thanh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City. This annual event forms a central pillar of the University’s 2026 Career, Employment, and Innovation Week, designed to help students connect with the labor market and strengthen institutional ties with the business community.

An overview of HUIT Talent Day 2026

Spanning 120 exhibition booths and advisory stations, the career fair presented over 5,000 openings across internship placements and full-time positions. Career opportunities encompassed diverse fields—including economics, business administration, engineering, technology, food technology, foreign languages, service industries, tourism, and hospitality—aligning directly with the academic disciplines offered across HUIT's 16 faculties.

Throughout the event, over 15,000 student visits were recorded as participants applied for vacancies, explored labor market demands, and engaged in direct job interviews with hiring managers. Through these employer interactions, students gained practical insights into technical prerequisites, soft skills, and workplace conditions for various roles, enabling them to assess their career readiness and chart professional goals. Alongside live interviews, the program featured 1:1 mock interviews, career coaching, and CV review sessions. These hands-on workshops allowed students to refine their resumes, practice interview techniques, and build confidence for their job search journeys. Additionally, an interactive employer-student showcase featuring 42 booths displaying products, technological innovations, services, and recruitment needs further facilitated engagement and networking among attending organizations.

Dr. Thai Doan Thanh, Vice President of HUIT, delivering opening remarks at the event

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Dr. Thai Doan Thanh, Vice President of Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry and Trade, emphasized that HUIT Talent Day serves as a vital bridge enabling students to access real-world career opportunities, understand industry requirements, and cultivate professional competencies. Simultaneously, the event offers employers a targeted venue to recruit high-quality talent and establish strategic, long-term partnerships with the University. He underscored the crucial role of university-industry synergy in elevating educational quality, expanding internship and employment pathways, and empowering students to adapt proactively to evolving labor market trends.

Representatives from HUIT and corporate partners signing cooperation agreements to expand educational, internship, and career opportunities for students

A major highlight of HUIT Talent Day 2026 was the formal signing of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) agreements between the University and 5 major corporations. Collaborative scopes focus on career guidance, employment, corporate field trips, practical apprenticeships, internships, and enterprise semester programs, while expanding into joint training, scientific research, technology transfer, and innovative entrepreneurship. These strategic agreements enable industry partners to participate directly in the educational process, offering students early immersion into corporate environments during their academic studies.

Corporate representatives presenting scholarships to support underprivileged students in pursuing their academic goals

On this occasion, partner enterprises awarded 14 academic scholarships with a total cash value of VND 70 million to support underprivileged students striving for academic excellence, along with numerous gifts for attendees. The University also extended formal appreciation to C.P. Vietnam Corporation—the Diamond Sponsor—as well as Gold, Silver, and Bronze sponsors and supporting partners for their contributions.

Students participating in live interviews with hiring managers at HUIT Talent Day 2026

HUIT currently maintains an active network of over 1,000 domestic and international enterprises, industry associations, and organizations. Facilitated by the HUIT Enterprise Club, this extensive network forms a solid foundation for implementing internships, employment placement, startup mentorship, and industry-aligned applied research. Broadening corporate partnerships continually enhances the practical relevance of HUIT's academic curricula and equips graduates to thrive in dynamic professional landscapes.

Seminar on the Triple Helix Model (Government – Academia – Industry) exploring strategies to advance local innovation ecosystems

In conjunction with the fair, a specialized seminar titled "Developing Local Innovation Ecosystems: The Connecting Role of the Triple Helix Model (Government – Academia – Industry)" created a platform to discuss educational strategies, human resource trends, and multi-stakeholder collaboration. The panel enabled government agencies, educational institutions, and corporate leaders to share perspectives and propose action plans to strengthen ties between training, research, and commercial application, thereby supporting regional innovation ecosystems.

HUIT Talent Day 2026 concluded successfully, expanding career and internship pathways for students while deepening university-industry collaboration

HUIT Talent Day 2026 concluded on a high note, opening new avenues for students to secure suitable positions and shape their future career trajectories. From live recruitment interviews to strategic partnership agreements, the event seamlessly bridged higher education with corporate practice, bringing labor market demands directly to learners. Backed by a strong network of corporate partners, HUIT remains committed to providing students with practical experiences, enhancing their professional capabilities, and ensuring graduate employability in competitive global markets.

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