National Taiwan University Career Center, Office of Student Affairs, NTU （NTUCACE） Introduction

Introduction

About Us: Origins, Services, and Mission

The Career Center for Students at National Taiwan University (NTU Career Center)—originally established in 1967 as the “Graduate Employment Counseling Section”—was created in response to a growing number of overseas Chinese students returning to Taiwan for further education, as well as the nationwide expansion of compulsory education. Over the decades, the section evolved with the changing needs of the university. In 2008, following the reorganization of the Military Training Office into the Military Education Section under the Office of Student Affairs, the Graduate Employment Counseling Section, formerly under the Military Training Office, was renamed the Career Center for Students and formally incorporated into the Office of Student Affairs. This transition marked the beginning of the NTU Career Center as it is known today.

The NTU Career Center provides a wide range of career-related resources and services for current students and alumni, including the NTU Campus Recruitment Fair, career consultation and exploration, the Interdisciplinary Internship Program – Mentorship Program, “Passion Worker” handbook, and career competency-building credit courses such as “Get Ready For Your Career” and “Building Future Leader”. The Career Center also serves as a vital bridge between students and employers. Companies can post job openings on the Employer Portal and Job-Matching Platform, register for booth space at the Campus Recruitment Fair, and participate in the Mentorship Program. The center is also responsible for initiatives such as the Graduate Employment Tracking Survey and the Dream Field Comprehensive Support Program.

Upholding the core values of C.A.R.E.E.R., the NTU Career Center is committed to strengthening connections between universities and industries, and to support students in career exploration, career empowering, and long-term career development. Through a diverse array of programs, professional consultation services, and collaborative university-industry initiatives, we help students deepen self-awareness, stay informed of industry trends, and bridge the gap between campus and the professional world—fostering sustainable talent development and shared prosperity across education and industry.

Core Values

The core value of the Career Center adheres to the educational policy of National Taiwan University, guiding students to develop career planning, and helping them to improve their employability, employment function, and competitiveness in the workplace. Therefore, CAREER is the representative word of the core value.

Work Objectives

Provision of professional consulting services and counseling of students guidance in career planning
Assistance for students in widespread learning, strengthening of internationalized curricula, enhancement of employability
Collection of graduate destination data, understanding of alumni employment status, effective planning and enhancement of student’ career development
Implementation of the NTU Internship Program, deepening of the corporate network, encouragement of students to engage in workplace internships, preparing properly for employment development plans, and assisting them in improving their employability and strengthening their competitiveness in the workplace.

Introduction of the Career Center’s Activities and Curricula, Multifaceted Career Consultation, Career Development, and Corporate Internships

A. Career Aptitude Assessment and Consultation

Career Personality Aptitude System: CPAS offers job suitability and aptitude testing; the Career Center uses the group lecture and, in cooperation with the various departments, group work methods to organize career aptitude assessment and consultation. Professional consultation analysis helps students find the right career placement for themselves and take early action to prepare for employment.
University Career & Competence Assessment Network (UCAN): The Ministry of Education offers online career interest surveys and occupational diagnosis in conformity with industry needs and occupational aptitude so as to increase students’ understanding of the workplace and help them map out their own professional competency plans, thereby enhancing their competitiveness in the workplace.

B. Resume Writing and Interview Skills Workshop

To deal with the globally competitive job market, students are provided guidance in preparing job-seeking resumes that highlight their special characteristics and advantages, helping them to gain interview opportunities. The Career Center invites senior executives from different industries to serve as advisors who help students develop resume writing and interview skills so that they can take their first step on the path to employment success. The Career Center provides two types of relevant services consultation:

Resume Writing and Interview Skills Sessions.
Resume writing and interview skills consultation: This serves both students and alumni.

C. One-on-One Career Consultations

To help students navigate uncertainties about their future careers, the Career Center has partnered with over 15 industry advisors to offer one-on-one professional consultations. Covering six core themes—including career exploration, study abroad planning, industry trends, résumé and interview skills, CPAS assessment, and competency profiling—this program provides comprehensive support to help students clarify their direction and prepare for the future with confidence and precision.

D. Interdisciplinary Internship - Mentorship Program

The Career Center collaborates with companies across diverse industries to offer internship opportunities open to students of all majors. Each intern is paired with an experienced corporate mentor, who provides guidance throughout the internship. Through participation in key industry projects, students gain practical experience, strengthen their workplace readiness, and explore potential career paths.

To support this process, the Career Center also offers preparatory internship courses and career development workshops aimed at enhancing students' teamwork, communication, and leadership skills. This program encourages interdisciplinary learning and career exploration—empowering students to one day become trailblazers in their own fields.

About the Program: Interdisciplinary Internship - Mentorship Program

E. Competency Development Courses

To equip students with essential workplace knowledge and core competencies—such as cross-disciplinary collaboration, problem-solving, communication, and leadership—before entering internships or employment, the NTU Career Center offers two preparatory courses. Taught by experienced industry professionals, these courses provide students with opportunities for simulation, hands-on practice, and real-world application, helping them build confidence and readiness for future job searches and career development.

Course1: Get Ready for Your Career
Course2: Building Future Leader

F. Dream Field Comprehensive Support Program

(Not for foreign students) To support students from economically and culturally disadvantaged backgrounds throughout their academic journey, the university offers the Dream Field Comprehensive Support Program. This initiative provides financial incentives to students who actively participate in designated support programs, helping to alleviate their financial burden.

Students may also apply for the Career Center’s Internship Incentive Program. By completing an approved internship and passing a three-stage evaluation, eligible students can receive internship grants. The program aims to encourage students to actively explore their career paths and better prepare for entering the workforce

G. NTU Internship Program（NTUIP）

Great efforts are taken to implement the NTU Internship Program and encourage students to participate in internships. Internships give students an early familiarity with the workplace, allowing them, while still in school, to make preparation and plan their careers, understand the workplace culture, and cultivate a proper work attitude, thereby heightening their employability. For more information on internships, consult the NTU Internship Program website.

H. Campus Recruitment Activities

The Career Center holds a series of campus recruitment activities each March, building a matchmaking platform for student job-seekers and corporations. This activity draws students both inside and outside of school, as well as alumni, to look for job opportunities. The following channels are provided to help give you a deeper understanding of workplace information: Job Fair, Company Information Sessions, and Company Visits.

I. Overseas Study Information and Consultation

The Career Center holds overseas study lectures each October, providing information on government scholarships for overseas study and sharing overseas study experiences. If you want to study overseas, we suggest that you join these lectures and make the necessary preparations as soon as possible.

J. Graduate Employment Tracking Survey

To better understand the career development of graduates from public and private colleges and universities, the Ministry of Education conducts an annual Graduate Employment Survey. This survey tracks the career pathways of domestic graduates one, three, and five years after graduation. By collecting feedback through graduate questionnaires, the initiative aims to help institutions utilize the data to improve curriculum design, enhance teaching quality, and strengthen graduates’ employability.

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