In response to the declining birth rate and the resulting manpower needs, Shu-Te University of Science and Technology has established the "Career & Employment Hub for International Students" in accordance with the Ministry of Education's policy. Adhering to the core principles of "local roots, international connections," the hub collaborates closely with industry to provide comprehensive services including job fairs, company visits, internship matching, and Mandarin courses. This helps international students accumulate practical experience and adapt to local life before graduation, while simultaneously injecting innovative energy into Taiwan's industries and precisely cultivating the international talent needed by the market.
CORE PURPOSE
Service Mission
The center offers diverse and comprehensive services to help international students smoothly adapt to the learning and living environment in Taiwan and actively plan their career development. Core services include career counseling, Mandarin training, internship and job matching, as well as industry-academia collaboration and cultural exchange, helping students accumulate practical experience during their studies, smoothly transition to the future workplace, and make the most of their talents in Taiwan.
Career Guidance and Diverse Services
Providing career exploration, counseling, and employment guidance to help students plan their career paths early, increasing their willingness to stay and develop in Taiwan after graduation.
Industry-Academia Collaboration and Corporate Matchmaking
Inviting enterprises to participate in curriculum planning, facilitating industry-academia alignment, and strengthening the link between education and industry to meet corporate demands for international talent.
Immediate Support Upon Enrollment
Providing career exploration, counseling, and guidance for staying in Taiwan right from the enrollment stage, helping students quickly adapt to their learning and living environments.
Academic and Career Tracking
Implementing tracking for further studies and employment in Taiwan to monitor students' post-graduation development, ensuring they find their areas of interest and fully utilize their professional talents.
CHOOSE YOUR PORTAL
Exclusive Gateway
Whether you are an international talent seeking a stage to shine, or an outstanding enterprise looking for international innovative momentum, you can find exclusive resources and assistance here.
Injecting International Innovative Momentum into Enterprises
Assisting enterprises in accurately matching with outstanding bilingual and multinational talent. We provide consultancy on hiring regulations for international students (such as the Points System), registration for campus recruitment fairs, and customized industry-academia internship programs.
Crafting Your Personalized Career Blueprint in Taiwan
From one-on-one resume and interview coaching, internship and full-time job matching, to consultancy on work visas and residency regulations. We provide comprehensive training resources to help you smoothly transition from campus to the workplace, utilize your professional expertise, and realize your dream of building a career in Taiwan.
Core Solutions
Featured Services
To assist international students in smoothly integrating into the environment in Taiwan and connecting with the job market, the Hub has established a one-stop, comprehensive support system. From preparation for studying in Taiwan, deep experiences during your studies, to job matching after graduation, we provide featured services covering three key stages, accompanying you as you steadily realize your vision of building a career in Taiwan.
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Cross-Cultural Exchange and Local Integration
Rich multicultural activities, practical workplace Mandarin courses, and corporate visits to help international students quickly adapt to life in Taiwan, build local networks, and deepen their cross-cultural communication skills.
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Career Matching and Employment in Taiwan
Providing one-on-one career counseling, resume and interview coaching, internship matching, and job fairs. It also covers regulatory guidance, such as the Points System for international students, to help you realize your dream of developing a career in Taiwan.
LEGAL COMPLIANCE
Work Permit Application Process
Important Reminders:
• Online applications take approximately 15–30 working days to process, and fees are non-refundable.
• Required documents: Graduation certificate, proof of work experience or Points System eligibility, travel plan, color copy of a valid passport, and a 2-inch passport photo with a white background (no hat).
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Find a Job
- Interview
- Salary negotiation
- Sign the contract
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Employer Applies for Work Permit
- Submit diploma, work experience, or points-based eligibility proof to your employer
- Work permit application processing takes about 7–12 working days
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Apply for ARC (Alien Resident Certificate)
- With your work permit and Certificate of Employment, apply for an ARC at the National Immigration Agency Service Center or online via the website.
- Processing time is about 10 working days
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Obtain Residency and Start Working
- Obtain residency
- Enroll in National Health Insurance
- Start official employment at a company
FAQ
Help Center
We have compiled the most frequently asked questions from international students and partner enterprises to help you quickly clarify the details of building a career in Taiwan. If you cannot find the answers you need here, please feel free to reach out to our professional consulting team through the contact information at the bottom of the page.
1. I haven't graduated yet. Can I start looking for internships or jobs early?
We highly encourage it! We recommend that international students start gaining practical experience as early as possible. The Hub regularly organizes corporate visits and internship matching events to help you gain a deep understanding of the workplace culture in Taiwan while you are still a student, building a solid foundation for your formal job search after graduation.
2. What is the "Points System" for international students? How do I know if I meet the criteria?
The Points System is a review mechanism for overseas Chinese and international students to work in Taiwan, scoring based on criteria such as education, salary, work experience, and language proficiency. As long as the total score reaches 70 points, an employer can apply for a hiring permit for you. The Hub’s consulting team can assist you with a preliminary calculation and provide practical advice on how to increase your score.
3. Can I find a good job in Taiwan if my Mandarin is not yet fluent?
Absolutely! As enterprises in Taiwan globalize, many technology, foreign trade, and multinational companies are eager for talent with multicultural backgrounds and English (or native language) advantages. In addition to matching you with such vacancies, the Hub provides professional workplace Mandarin courses to help you communicate and collaborate more smoothly with your team after joining.
4. 【For Employers】How can employers recruit international talent through the Hub?
We warmly welcome outstanding enterprises to join our network of partners. You can fill out your recruitment needs through the "Exclusive Gateway" on this website or contact the Hub directly. We will arrange campus recruitment fairs, hold exclusive corporate briefings, and precisely match suitable bilingual and multinational talent based on your specific job requirements.
5. Are the Hub's counseling services free? Who is eligible to sign up?
All counseling services, seminars, and matching activities provided by the Hub are completely free. Any international students (including overseas Chinese students) currently studying in Taiwan, alumni preparing to build a career in Taiwan, or enterprises in Taiwan seeking international transformation are welcome to sign up through our official website or social media platforms.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
News
Stay ahead with firsthand information on building a career in Taiwan and the latest industry trends. From the newest policy releases by the Ministry of Education and visa regulation updates to important announcements and service dynamics from the Hub, we compile the most critical intelligence to help you seize the advantage in your career planning.
