On the morning of April 11, 2026, at the Grand Hall (Block A), Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Engineering (HCM-UTE, formerly Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education) held the opening ceremony of the 2026 Networking – Recruitment – Career Fair. With the message “Connect to succeed - cooperate to flourish”, the event attracted 75 companies with 106 booths, offering more than 1,000 job opportunities across various fields for students, including engineering, economics, finance, and more.
Opening Ceremony of HCM-UTE Career Fair 2026
Attending the event from HCM-UTE were Dr. Truong Thi Hien – Secretary of the Party Committee and Vice President; Dr. Huynh Phuoc Son – Head of Enterprise Relations and Head of the Organizing Committee; along with leaders from various departments and units. From the business and guest side, the University welcomed representatives of sponsors, nearly 80 companies, and partner institutions in Ho Chi Minh City.
In her opening remarks, Dr. Truong Thi Hien expressed sincere appreciation to the 75 participating companies, especially Truong Hai Group Joint Stock Company (THACO), and emphasized the significance of the 106 booths and over 1,000 job opportunities in connecting students with the labor market. She affirmed that, alongside the official adoption of the new name Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Engineering, the University is committed to strengthening strategic partnerships with enterprises to enhance training quality, aiming to be ranked among the top 201–250 universities in Asia.
Dr. Truong Thi Hien delivering her speech
The renaming marks not only a change in identity but also reflects the University’s aspiration for integration, development, and clearer strategic positioning within the higher education system. While the name has changed, the institution remains steadfast in maintaining and advancing its training quality, academic reputation, and core values to meet the trust of society and the business community.
At the ceremony, Ms. Vo Thi Thanh Nga – Director of Human Resources at THACO – highly appreciated the training quality of HCM-UTE, evidenced by approximately 500 alumni currently working at THACO, many of whom hold senior management positions. She highlighted the company’s ongoing demand for high-quality engineers to support upcoming key industrial projects and affirmed that HCM-UTE remains a top strategic partner in developing next-generation technical talent.
Ms. Vo Thanh Nga delivering her speech
The 2026 Career Fair featured 75 domestic and international companies with 106 booths spanning fields such as economics, manufacturing, engineering, environment, and education. Notably, the University received support from 19 sponsors, including 1 Diamond, 6 Gold, 2 Silver, and 10 Bronze sponsors. The increasing number of sponsors over the years reflects growing business interest in HCM-UTE’s career fair.
The organizing committee presenting flowers and commemorative plaques
A key highlight of the opening ceremony was the signing of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) between HCM-UTE and three long-term partners: Bosch Vietnam Co., Ltd., Thanh Thanh Cong – Bien Hoa Joint Stock Company, and PTSC Operations & Maintenance Joint Stock Company (POS). These agreements establish a foundation for deeper collaboration, providing students with access to advanced technologies, scholarships, and internship opportunities in leading enterprises.
The series of activities for the 2026 Career Fair officially began on January 19, 2026. By the opening day, the program had received over 1,500 applications via the CareerHub system and recorded more than 5 million student engagements throughout over three months of activities.
With more than 20 years of history, the Networking – Recruitment – Career Fair has become an annual flagship event of HCM-UTE, attracting strong interest from businesses, students, and alumni. It serves as a vital platform connecting generations of students with leading employers.
Through various interactive activities, students had access to valuable opportunities such as management trainee programs, engineering talent programs, internships, and full-time positions. The event also provided an ideal environment for candidates to explore corporate cultures and make informed career decisions.
By continuously expanding its network of partners, HCM-UTE is steadily affirming its pioneering role in supplying high-quality young talent to meet the evolving demands of the labor market.
About the University’s Renaming
On December 26, 2025, the Prime Minister issued Decision No. 2809/QĐ-TTg, officially renaming Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education to Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Engineering (HCM-UTE). The change reflects the University’s multi-disciplinary development orientation, strengths in technology and engineering, and its current stature.
Before 2007, the University was a leading institution in technical teacher education. Since then, in response to changes in the national academic classification system, it has expanded into technology, engineering, and related fields. The renaming aligns with the national higher education network plan for 2021–2030 with a vision to 2050, addressing workforce demands in the digital transformation era and reinforcing its role as a key national university in technology and engineering.