Mansur Ayazbayev, a Class of 2024 alumnus of the University of Michigan – Shanghai Jiao Tong University Joint Institute (UM-SJTU JI, JI hereafter), returned to SJTU’s Minhang campus on November 13 to share his experiences as an international graduate working in China. He spoke at a seminar focused on employment and internship policies for international students, organized by the SJTU International Student Service Center.

Since graduating from the JI undergraduate program in Mechanical Engineering this August, Ayazbayev has taken on a role as a Business Developer at Shanghai Systence Electronics Co. Ltd. The company serves as the exclusive partner of PROMESS and FMW in China, offering advanced manufacturing and automation solutions to both local and international clients.

Reflecting on his time at JI, Ayazbayev noted, “JI provided us with invaluable experiences through global programs and collaborations with people from diverse backgrounds and continents. I am grateful for every life story I have encountered and for the privilege of being part of some.”