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To help students stay informed about the evolving global job market and strengthen their competitiveness for international careers, the Office of International Affairs at National Taipei University hosted the career talk “Find Your Global Edge: A Complete Guide to Working at Multinational Companies in Taiwan” on April 22, 2026. Designed primarily for international students, the event attracted nearly 50 enthusiastic participants. The session focused on multinational hiring trends, employer expectations, and how students can prepare before graduation, with lively interaction throughout the event.

The talk featured industry speaker Gwen Lee, who brings extensive cross-sector professional experience. She has previously worked as a project manager in multinational companies, a brand marketing specialist, and a product manager for international organizations. Her background also includes business management, sustainability evaluation, career advising, and university teaching. With long-term involvement in talent development and career mentoring, she offered valuable insights into multinational recruitment trends and industry expectations.

The session began by exploring how to secure a job at multinational companies in Taiwan, including recruitment processes, common job-search platforms, and application strategies. Students also learned key resume tips and how companies evaluate candidates. In addition, the speaker encouraged students to gain internship experience, obtain professional certifications, strengthen language abilities, and develop interdisciplinary skills before graduation.

A major highlight of the talk was the introduction of the “6 Key Qualities for MNCs”: Language & Communication Skills, Professional Expertise, Problem-Solving Skills, IQ, EQ, and CQ (Cultural Intelligence Quotient). Among these, cultural intelligence and cross-cultural communication were emphasized as especially valuable in multinational workplaces and key strengths for international students and globally minded graduates.

The talk also addressed the impact of AI on the job market, examining careers likely to be transformed by AI as well as high-paying professions that remain difficult to replace. Students were encouraged to think strategically about future career planning and industry changes. The speaker noted that creativity, communication, strategic thinking, and sound judgment will become increasingly important in the AI era.

The event received highly positive feedback. Post-event survey results showed strong satisfaction with the topic, speaker performance, and overall experience, reflecting the practical and inspiring value of the program.

Students shared that the talk helped them better understand multinational company culture, hiring expectations, and job preparation strategies. Many noted that Gwen Lee’s practical examples and real-world experiences gave them a clearer understanding of the qualities and skills needed to succeed in multinational companies, while also inspiring them to think more seriously about their future goals.

Others said the session introduced useful domestic and international job platforms, resume writing strategies, the importance of recommendation letters and certifications, as well as the value of multicultural awareness and a global mindset. Overall, the event not only provided practical career guidance, but also encouraged students to assess their strengths and better prepare for future career development.

As the global employment landscape continues to evolve rapidly, the Office of International Affairs will continue organizing career talks, industry engagement opportunities, and international talent development initiatives to help students stay ahead of trends, enhance employability, and discover their own global edge.