Department for Youth, Taipei City Government(青年局英文網)

The Department for Youth, Taipei City Government, held the inaugural Youth Overseas Internship Program (YOIP) Showcase on November 22, 2025. Highlighting the concrete outcomes of Taipei youth participating in international internships. As the first government-led overseas internship initiative launched by a local government in Taiwan, YOIP connected young people with international organizations and sister-city partners, enabling them to gain hands-on professional experience, develop cross-cultural collaboration skills, and explore global career pathways. The strong response to the program—attracting more than 500 applicants in its first round—reflected the high interest among Taipei youth in international careers and emerging industries.

This year, YOIP partnered with 10 international organizations to offer internship placements in cities including New York, San Francisco, Bangkok, Singapore, and Washington, D.C., across fields such as AI innovation, sustainability and net-zero initiatives, public governance, and smart health. Through structured pre-departure training and workplace preparation, participants were equipped to engage in ESG research, data analysis, content production, and international project coordination. Many participants demonstrated strong adaptability and professional performance in global work environments, with several receiving extended opportunities from their host organizations.

Commissioner of the Department for Youth, Yi-Hsi Chou emphasized that YOIP is designed to lower barriers for young people entering global workplaces, particularly those with high potential but limited access to international resources. By integrating public-sector coordination, cross-sector partnerships, and targeted support, the program enables youth to transform international exposure into fundamental skills, confidence, and career clarity. The Showcase further demonstrated how structured overseas internships can translate into long-term youth development, reinforcing Taipei’s commitment to cultivating globally capable, socially responsible young professionals.

For further information, please contact: 

Global Engagement Division — Mr. Oscar Chen, Tel: (02) 2351-4078 ext. 1200 

Media Contact: Ms. Chih-Ting Lee, Tel: (02) 2351-4078 ext. 1322