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Talent Foundry

What is Talent Foundry?

Are you ready to transform from CLASSROOM TO CAREER?

Launched in 2025, Talent Foundry is a career-readiness talent programme intended for current students studying in Hong Kong with academic backgrounds in computer science, engineering, and other majors related to innovation and technology (I&T). We are directly collaborating with local university faculties and industry partners to enhance student employability in the I&T field.

Student Eligibility (at the time of application)

  • Current student at a university in Hong Kong, and
  • Currently in penultimate year or final year, and
  • Pursuing an undergraduate and/or postgraduate degree(s) in Engineering, Computer Science, or related majors to innovation and technology.

    • Why Talent Foundry?

    Dive into the I&T community through exclusive engagement activities and events.
    Gain real-world skills and industry exposure beyond classroom.
    Build your professional network by connecting with industry experts and prospective employers.
    Explore career possibilities within the I&T ecosystem.
    TALENT FOUNDRY STARTERS
    TALENT FOUNDRY ACHIEVERS

    Phase 1 – While Studying

    Career-readiness Bootcamp

    Phase 2 – Upon Graduation

    Career Launch

    Objectives & Benefits

    Successful applicants will become Talent Foundry Starters and participate in the Career-readiness Bootcamp. The objective is to equip soon-to-graduate students in Hong Kong with practical and industry-ready skills

    Objectives & Benefits

    Talent Foundry Starters who complete the actions in this table will become Talent Foundry Achievers. In recognition of their contributions to Hong Kong's I&T landscape, financial support may be awarded and subject to availability.

    Actions
    (by Talent Foundry Starters)

  • Attend 100+ bootcamp hours, and
  • Secure a 12-month full-time position in an HKSTP park company (students apply for jobs)

    • Financial Support
    (subject to availability)

  • Talent Conversion Scheme for park companies
  • Talent Foundry Achiever Award for talent
    • TALENT FOUNDRY STARTERS

    Phase 1 – While Studying

    Career-readiness Bootcamp

    Objectives & Benefits

    Successful applicants will become Talent Foundry Starters and participate in the Career-readiness Bootcamp. The objective is to equip soon-to-graduate students in Hong Kong with practical and industry-ready skills

    Actions
    (by Talent Foundry Starters)

  • Attend 100+ bootcamp hours, and
  • Secure a 12-month full-time position in an HKSTP park company (students apply for jobs)
    • TALENT FOUNDRY ACHIEVERS

    Phase 2 – Upon Graduation

    Career Launch

    Objectives & Benefits

    Talent Foundry Starters who complete the actions in this table will become Talent Foundry Achievers. In recognition of their contributions to Hong Kong's I&T landscape, financial support may be awarded and subject to availability.

    Financial Support
    (subject to availability)

  • Talent Conversion Scheme for park companies
  • Talent Foundry Achiever Award for talent

    • Notes: Bootcamp and financial assistance are subject to availability. Any changes to the programme are at HKSTP’s discretion.

    Bootcamp Components

    Bootcamp activities are powered by tech giants & industry experts in HKSTP’s I&T ecosystem. All are held in face-to-face mode until 31st August 2026. We provide comprehensive talent development through six structured engagement activity components. Each component has specific learning objectives to maximise student exposure and readiness for the I&T workforce.

    Soft Skills Development

    To cultivate the communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills sought by employers.

    • Key Characteristics: interactive, reflective, scenario-based
    • Output: build professional competencies
    • Format: interactive workshop
    Technical Insights

    To understand the landscape, culture, and future direction of the I&T sector.

    • Key Characteristics: awareness-building, inspirational
    • Output: provide context and market understanding
    • Format: sharing session or talk
    Hard Skills Upgrade

    To gain practical, applicable experience with industry-standard platforms and tools.

    • Key Characteristics: hands-on, tool-specific
    • Output: lead to a tangible output (e.g., a built prototype, a deployed model)
    • Format: workshop or lab
    Challenge Lab

    To bridge theory and practice by solving real workplace problems in a collaborative environment.

    • Key Characteristics: immersive, collaborative
    • Output: propose potential solutions to a real business challenge
    • Format: showcase day
    Mentorship

    To receive guidance and build a lasting professional relationship.

    • Key Characteristics: personalised and relationship-based
    • Output: focus on individual growth and pathfinding
    • Format: structured 1-on-1 sessions or group sessions
    Networking Opportunities

    To expand professional connections with industry professionals and like-minded peers.

    • Key Characteristics: social, conversational, meeting new people
    • Output: build a personal and professional network within the I&T ecosystem
    • Format: stand-alone or integrated sessions

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