The Global South–Japan Tech Talent Internship (GS-JTI) on-Campus Career Event was held on 5 October 2026, at the Nabab Nawab Ali Chowdhury Senate Bhaban auditorium of Dhaka University (DU). The programme connected Bangladeshi students with eight Japanese companies to explore technology internships, professional development and opportunities for future collaboration.

The initiative was promoted by Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), with Deloitte Tohmatsu Venture Support and Koei Research & Consulting supporting the GS-JTI Secretariat. It aims to connect emerging technical talent in the Global South with Japanese businesses seeking skills and fresh perspectives in engineering and technology.

Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Technology of DU Prof. Dr. Upama Kabir delivered the welcome remarks. Mr. Tatsuya Yamada of the GS-JTI Secretariat introduced the programme and the appeal of working in Japan. Prof. Dr. Md. Mamun-Or-Rashid of DU Computer Science and Engineering Department gave vote of thanks.

The eight Japanese companies participated in the event. These are Adora Inc.; A-one road Co., Ltd.; Aster Co., Ltd.; AWL, Inc.; CAPER, Inc.; Green Carbon Inc.; Japan Superconductivity Application Development, Inc. (JSA); and Noahlogy Co., Ltd. Their activities span AI applications and online child safety, advanced manufacturing, disaster resilience, edge AI and computer vision, large language model platforms, carbon projects and sustainability, superconducting technologies, and AI for shipbuilding.

For Bangladeshi students, the event offers direct access to company representatives, information on internship roles and application requirements, and an opportunity to understand Japanese workplaces. Internships can help students apply classroom knowledge to industry projects, develop professional communication skills and gain experience of working in international teams. Several participating companies described possible longer-term career pathways for strong performers, subject to their own selection processes and business needs.

They also hoped that, Japanese companies could meet prospective interns with relevant programming, analytical and engineering skills, discuss their technical needs and learn about students’ projects and ideas. Collaboration with Bangladeshi talent can also support product development and understanding of new markets. The company profiles identify opportunities in areas including software development, AI engineering, manufacturing data analysis and sustainability-related work.

The speakers of the program said, regular event of this kind are important for strengthening the connection between teaching and industry practice. Direct engagement with employers can help students understand current skill requirements, guide career preparation and create opportunities for applied research and industry–academia collaboration. Continued engagement can support internships and exchanges while giving faculty useful insight into changing technological needs.

06/10/2026

(Md. Rafiqul Islam)

Director

Public Relations Office

University of Dhaka