NTU & Cake: Elevating Global Careers

As international student mobility continues to grow, universities are increasingly focused on how students can translate cross-cultural experiences into professional opportunities across different job markets.

At National Taiwan University, a series of career workshops developed by the Office of International Affairs in collaboration with Cake and the Center for Bilingual Education aims to support international students in navigating this transition. The sessions focus on helping participants align their academic backgrounds and multicultural experiences with the expectations of both local and global employers.

The first workshop, “Resume Culture and Personal Branding,” introduced students to strategies for presenting their experiences in a clear and structured way. Participants used Cake’s AI Resume Review tool to refine their applications, while insights from Evelyn, an alumna of the International Mentorship Program, highlighted how to communicate experience effectively through concise and focused narratives. Students were also provided with Cake Premium access to support ongoing development.

A second session, “Turning Interview Traps into Wins,” focused on interview preparation ahead of the International Mentorship Program matching process. Led by NTU alumni Angie and Coco, the workshop explored how to interpret interview questions and respond in ways that reflect both personal experience and employer expectations. Through mock interviews and group exercises, students practised presenting their skills with greater clarity and confidence.

Together, these workshops illustrate how universities are combining digital tools with practical training to support international students in developing career readiness. By addressing both communication and cultural dimensions of employability, such initiatives reflect broader efforts to help students navigate increasingly complex global career pathways.