On November 24, Taoyuan Mayor Chang San-Cheng attended the “Guiding Light – AI Youth Creativity Challenge” awards ceremony and the MOU signing ceremony between the Taoyuan City Government and Japan’s Seibu Group for an overseas internship program. Mayor Chang stated that internships are a vital way for young people to gain a firsthand understanding of industry operations and explore career pathways. Through this cross-border collaboration, the city government aims to give students the opportunity to gain experience in diverse cultural and industrial environments, thereby broadening their international outlook. The formal signing with Seibu Group signifies that internship opportunities for Taoyuan youth are now reaching beyond national borders. The city will continue to expand its overseas partnerships to help young people showcase their talents on the global stage.
Mayor Chang also emphasized that the value of internships goes beyond gaining experience. They serve to encourage young people to observe how businesses operate, think creatively, and even integrate AI tools to develop practical solutions. He expressed his pleasure in presenting awards to the 26 outstanding students of the AI Youth Creativity Challenge, commending their ability to generate innovative ideas during their internships that could lead to real improvements in business operations. He also expressed hope that Seibu Group would see firsthand the excellence and ambition of Taoyuan’s younger generation through this partnership.
Sources: Taoyuan City Government
