TUIT and ZTE unveil new initiatives for student internships and tech employment
Empowering Uzbekistan’s digital future through international hackathons, AI integration, and advanced internship pathways
PARTNER CONTENT ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions, announced a significant step in strengthening its educational partnership with the Tashkent University of Information Technologies named after Muhammad al-Khwarizmi (TUIT). A high-level ZTE delegation visited the university to explore collaborative initiatives aimed at nurturing digital talent for Uzbekistan's rapidly growing tech ecosystem.
During the visit, the delegation toured TUIT's state-of-the-art facilities, including modern laboratories, research centers, the media center, and FabLab infrastructure. The tour highlighted the university's commitment to fostering innovation and providing students with hands-on experience in cutting-edge technologies.
The parties held productive talks focused on expanding mutual cooperation and outlined several forward-looking initiatives, including: organization of international hackathons for students; development of student employment pathways in modern IT companies; expansion of cooperation in integrating intelligent technologies into the education system.
The discussions also covered the further development of joint educational initiatives, with an emphasis on training specialists in telecommunications, artificial intelligence, and cloud technologies. Particular attention was paid to student internship programs and the advancement of innovative infrastructure at the university.
This partnership aligns with ZTE's key role in implementing the national "Digital Uzbekistan 2030" strategy. The company is actively modernizing telecommunications infrastructure, developing 5G networks, and deploying cloud solutions across the country. By collaborating with leading technical universities, ZTE is ensuring the training of highly qualified professionals essential for Uzbekistan's digital economy transformation.
Mr. Jamshid Sultanov, Vice-Rector for Transformation and International Strategic Development at TUIT, stated: "TUIT and ZTE are taking our partnership, grounded in innovation and digital technologies, to a new level. The visit by ZTE's senior leadership demonstrates the strong interest in developing joint educational programs and creating opportunities for our students. We are particularly excited about the potential for international hackathons and enhanced internship programs that will give our students real-world experience in global telecommunications. Together, we are building the foundation for Uzbekistan's future digital leaders."
Contributed by ZTE.