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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.

    • Student Characteristics

    Eager to pursue a career in I&T
    Innovative and entrepreneurial mindset
    Strong team spirit
    Effective communication skills
    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 will be awarded and subject to availability.

    Hard Skills
    (by Tech Giants & Industry Experts)

    Deep Learning, AI, ML, LLM, Data, Cybersecurity, loT, Cloud

    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)

    • Soft Skills
    (by HKSTP)

    Mentorship, Founder Sharing, Workshops, Networking, Company Visits, GBA Tour

    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

    Hard Skills
    (by Tech Giants & Industry Experts)

    Deep Learning, AI, ML, LLM, Data, Cybersecurity, loT, Cloud

    Soft Skills
    (by HKSTP)

    Mentorship, Founder Sharing, Workshops, Networking, Company Visits, GBA Tour

    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 will 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

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

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