On August 13 to 15, eleven JI students (three graduates and 8 undergraduates), led by Professor Huan Qi and Career Counselor Candice Liu, visited several important companies in Beijing.
Beijing BoFei Instrument: Applying What We Learned at JI
BoFei Principal Engineer Liu demonstrating a horizontal tester
The group visited Beijing BoFei Instrument and was welcomed by Director Yang of HR and briefed by Chief Engineer Liu of the Technology Center on the company’s development and major products. BoFei employs mechanical and electrical engineers with various backgrounds.
Touringthe mapping instrument production workshop at BoFei
Students were given the opportunity to tour the assembly workshop and production workshop. Principal Engineer Liu demonstrated the use of a horizontal tester. Students participated in the hands-on activities and asked a lot of technical questions, realizing that they could apply what they had learned at JI.
Siemens Corporate Technology China: Innovation That Adapts to the Trend
The group also visited Siemens Corporate Technology China and was received by their HR and Marketing Divisions.
Visiting the Exhibition Hall at Siemens
Dr. Xiaodong Deng, a SJTU alumnus, led the tour of Siemens’ Automation Hall, from which students learned the company’s comprehensive solution to energy transfer. He remarked that Siemens’ advanced research is the driving force behind the company’s cutting edge in the industry.
At the Siemens Corporate Technology China
Mr. Fang Tan, Marketing Director, explained Siemens’ business model: “Adapting to the Trend; Innovating with Chinese Characteristics.” Siemens emphasizes research, the investment on which accounts 5.6% of the company’s gross products, to ensure its leading role in today and tomorrow’s technology. Siemens strives to transform from “Made in China” to “Invented in China.”
The HR director introduced the training program at Siemens Corporate Technology China, with 50%-60% of the trainees being Ph.D. students. JI students were excited by Siemens’ thirst for highly qualified professionals and were motivated to study for advanced degrees.
Microsoft Asian Research Center: A Cradle of Innovation
JI students learning from SJTU alumni’s experience
At Microsoft, JI students met with HR staff and SJTU alumni. Hui Yang, Microsoft’s HR Director, presented the company’s high-tech “Experience Center,” in which students were exposed to Microsoft’s state-of-the-art products and technology, as well as a preview to its future.
At Microsoft
Three SJTU alumni held a seminar with the JI students, talking about their jobs and research areas, raving about Microsoft’s flexibility, friendly work environment, and challenging assignments, and sharing some interview tips: Microsoft tests not only the applicants’ knowledge level but also their abilities to improvise and face pressure, so students should prepare themselves to be well rounded.
During the seminar, JI’s students got answers to their questions and experienced the creativity and energy of Microsoft.
Chinese Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology (CALT): Aiming High with Feet on the Ground
Director Zhang describing the Production Workshop
At the Chinese Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology (CALT), Mr. Guoqing Ma, HR Director, Yikun Zhang, Deputy Director of the Welding Technology Center, and SJTU alumni met with JI students and professor. They expressed their strong interest in continuing the collaboration with JI.
Dr. He Wang, a SJTU alumnus, shared his experience working at CALT: Aerospace industry is taking off in China with full potential, which provides a platform for patriotic young people to contribute their talents; it is an honor to work in CALT’s state-of-the-art environment with top-notch and friendly colleagues.
Visiting the Aerospace Museum
Dr. Wang offered some tips to the students: (1) To aim high but keep feet on the ground, building a solid engineering foundation at college; (2) to become well rounded, with knowledge and capabilities beyond engineering.
At CALT
To conclude the visit, Director Guo provided an eye-opening experience for the students: a tour of CALT’s rocket assembly workshop and Aerospace Museum, with all kinds of rockets, satellites, space shuttles, and astronauts’ equipment.
