On June 17, 2024, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education (HCMUTE) took a significant step towards enhancing student support, improving educational quality, and fostering human resource development, especially in semiconductor technology, by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with On Semiconductor Vietnam (OSV).

Representing On Semiconductor Vietnam were Mr. E Mohanagumaran M Elanjaran, General Director; Ms. Pham Thi Kim Hoang, Director of Human Resources; Ms. Nguyen Thi Tuyet Nhung, Director of Supply Chain Operations; Mr. Nguyen Duc Lanh, Operations Director; Mr. Phan Sau Ra, Process Engineering Manager; Mr. Hoang Ba Cuong and Mr. Mai Van Hoa Binh, Principal Engineers; Mr. Nguyen Chi Thanh and Ms. Dang Thi Kieu Oanh, Administrative Staff.

From HCMUTE, there were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Hieu Giang, Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee - Acting President, Dr. Phan Gia Anh Vu, Dean of the Faculty of Applied Science; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Tuan Anh, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Applied Science; M.Eng. Pham Huu Thai, Head of the Enterprise Relations Office; and M.Ed. Le Phan Nhat Hang, Deputy Head of the Enterprise Relations Office.

 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Hieu Giang, Acting President of HCMUTE (left), signed the MOU with Mr. E Mohanagumaran M Elanjaran, General Director of On Semiconductor Vietnam (right)

According to the MOU, On Semiconductor will provide short-term training courses, practical exchanges related to semiconductor technology, and support HCMUTE with teaching materials, equipment, research documents, and practical tools. OSV will also establish or contribute to scholarship funds for HCMUTE students, prioritize offering internship programs for final-year students, and preferentially recruit HCMUTE graduates who have completed internships at OSV.


During the ceremony, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Hieu Giang, Acting President, emphasized "HCMUTE highly values the support and collaboration of enterprises in enhancing educational quality and creating employment opportunities for students. We believe that partnering with On Semiconductor will provide students with new opportunities to access modern technology and enhance their professional skills."

Asssoc. Prof. Dr. Le Hieu Giang - Acting President delivered his speech

Mr. E Mohanagumaran M Elanjaran, General Director of On Semiconductor Vietnam, added, "We are pleased to collaborate with HCMUTE to develop high-quality human resources. On Semiconductor is committed to supporting and providing the best conditions for HCMUTE students in their learning and career development."

Mr. E Mohanagumaran M Elanjaran General Director of   On Semiconductor Vietnam shared his idea

The partnership between HCMUTE and On Semiconductor Vietnam promises practical benefits for students, offering opportunities to access advanced technology, improve professional knowledge and soft skills, and meet the growing demands of the job market. This collaboration represents a crucial step towards developing high-quality human resources and contributing to the socio-economic development of the country.

On Semiconductor Vietnam, a subsidiary of the US-based On Semiconductor Corporation, is a leading provider of semiconductor-based solutions, with a comprehensive portfolio covering efficient power and signal management, logic solutions, connectivity devices, and sensors. The company plays a significant global role, serving various industries including automotive, telecommunications, consumer electronics, healthcare, and industrial sectors.

Training high-quality semiconductor engineers in Vietnam has become increasingly urgent. The semiconductor industry is pivotal in technological advancement and innovation, impacting fields such as artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), 5G, and automotive industries. According to the Ministry of Information and Communications, Vietnam will require at least 50,000 semiconductor engineers by 2030, ten times the current number, to support the country's rapid development.

To achieve this goal, it is essential to develop specialized training programs in collaboration with universities, research institutes, and industry leaders. Partnering with global technology leaders like On Semiconductor will facilitate technology transfer and provide invaluable practical experiences for developing the future workforce in this critical sector.