On November 3, 2026, the Faculty of Information and Communication Technology, Mahidol University (ICT Mahidol), organized the “Information Session for 2027 Internship Abroad: Japan – Round 1” to provide students with information and guidance on the application process and participation requirements for the 2027 Internship Abroad Program. The session was held for students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Information and Communication Technology (ICT International Program) and the Bachelor of Science in Digital Science and Technology (DST Thai Program) at Rooms IT311 and IT321, 3rd Floor, ICT Building, Mahidol University, Salaya Campus. For Round 1, four partner universities in Japan are accepting applications from ICT Mahidol students for internship opportunities: Nara Institute of Science and Technology (NAIST), the University of Osaka, Kyushu University, and Osaka Institute of Technology (OIT).
The information session featured two presentations highlighting internship opportunities in Software Engineering and Cybersecurity at partner universities in Japan:
- Session 1: Software Engineering – Asst. Prof. Dr. Morakot Choetkiertikul, a lecturer in the Software Engineering and Business Analytics (SEBA) Research Group and the Computer Science Academic Group, provided information on Software Engineering internship opportunities at Nara Institute of Science and Technology (NAIST), Kyushu University, and University of Osaka. The presentation was held in Room IT311.
- Session 2: Cybersecurity – Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vasaka Visoottiviseth, Chair of the Master of Science Program in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance, provided information on Cybersecurity internship opportunities at Nara Institute of Science and Technology (NAIST) and Osaka Institute of Technology (OIT). The presentation was held in Room IT321.
The program also included an experience-sharing session featuring Mr. Chanachon Rimcharoen and Mr. Nattachai Mingrattikorn, fourth-year students in the ICT International Program who had previously completed internships in Japan. They shared their firsthand experiences, including preparing for overseas internships, adapting to a new environment, and navigating the professional and personal aspects of living in Japan. Their insights provided valuable guidance and inspiration for students interested in pursuing future internship opportunities abroad.
