The 35th Education & Careers Expo organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council opened today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, gathering over 860 organizations from 23 countries and regions for a four-day event focused on higher education and career development. This year's expo features record participation from 31 Hong Kong government bureaus and departments, reflecting strong institutional commitment to talent acquisition across various sectors. The event continues with the theme 'Go with Your Passion, Go Beyond Limits,' emphasizing Hong Kong's position as an international hub for education and professional growth.
Innovation and technology serve as focal points this year, with over 100 activities scheduled throughout the expo. These include career development discussions with representatives from leading enterprises such as J.P. Morgan and Lenovo, providing insights into evolving industry demands. Sophia Chong, HKTDC Executive Director, stated that the expo offers a crucial platform for international and local students to explore Hong Kong's world-class education and career development opportunities, helping promote the city's high-quality educational resources globally. The event is divided into 'Education' and 'Careers' sections, featuring four themed days focusing on 'Civil Servants & Public Services,' 'Next Gen Technologies,' 'Healthcare & Wellness,' and 'Greater Bay Area Opportunities.'
A specially curated seminar called 'A Date with Giants' explores career and further study opportunities in Hong Kong through exchanges with representatives from Lenovo, J.P. Morgan, and The University of Hong Kong's Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine. The 'Education' section includes four zones, with the 'Local Studies' zone featuring institutions like the Vocational Training Council, which is dedicated to nurturing talents in innovation and green technology. The VTC displays the SOPHIE 8x model, developed by the Engineering Discipline of IVE, to showcase how students applied new energy theories to practical applications. More information about educational opportunities is available at https://www.hktdc.com/event/educationexpo/en.
The 'Careers' zone features over 31 government bureaus and departments, including the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department and the Civil Service Bureau, providing career opportunities in disciplinary forces, professional roles, and administrative grades. A dedicated Civil Service Bureau seminar zone will host 17 career seminars in collaboration with multiple government departments. The 'Recruitment Square' gathers job platforms and recruitment firms to accept applications on-site, with some providing on-the-spot interviews. The upgraded 'CV Clinic' returns with six services including 1:1 CV consultations and professional photography, which job seekers may reserve in advance via the Education & Careers Expo website at https://www.hktdc.com/event/educationexpo/en/cv-clinic.
Highlighted events throughout the expo include discussions on AI shaping teamwork with speakers from KPMG, Adobe, and Google Cloud on the 'Next Gen Technologies' day, and explorations of Greater Bay Area opportunities with Calvin Tse, President of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Young Entrepreneurs. The expo also features interactive workshops, including a mock courtroom set up by the Judiciary and a mock TV studio by Radio Television Hong Kong. Admission is free for the public over the four-day period, with visitors able to enjoy an 'Instant Career Snapshot' AI photo experience and receive complimentary souvenirs. More event information is available on the expo's intelligence hub, providing comprehensive resources for participants seeking education and career advancement in Hong Kong's dynamic environment.
