Human resources at the heart of science and technology development

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Developing quality talent is important for fostering sustainable growth in a knowledge-based economy. With this in mind, Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) is keen to build a network of global talent for the benefit of the wider IT and technology industries in Hong Kong.

"HKSTP is a nurturing ground where talent from all corners of the world are welcome and highly valued," says Helen Chung, senior manager, industry & university collaboration, Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks.

Inaugurated in 2001, HKSTP is equipped with advanced laboratory facilities and an innovative and technology-driven infrastructure to support the R&D (research and development) activities in four major clusters. These include electronics, information technology and telecommunications, biotechnology and precision engineering. Important to HKSTP's future growth is an online career platform that links HKSTP member companies to jobseekers from around the world.

"On a daily average, more than 100 job vacancies are posted to the career platform from one third of our partner companies," Ms Chung notes. Out of those vacancies, she adds, some 80 per cent are engineering and science oriented, with the rest of a marketing, sales and administrative or design-related nature.

Training ground

According to Ms Chung, a total of 220 companies have set up their offices at HKSTP. She says, "In addition to job offerings, member companies provide university students with opportunities for practical experiences."

In an effort to pool in potential talents, HKSTP takes an active role in forging networks between member companies and universities. Ms Chung underscores that HKSTP is ready to share the cost and effort with member companies in building up valuable human assets. "An annual funding is allocated to subsidise companies who offer job placements or internships to students," she reveals.

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