Numerous students from the British University Vietnam (BUV) have drawn interest from leading companies in sectors such as technology, finance, real estate, and global hospitality during the BUV Career Fair 2025, well ahead of their graduation.

The yearly career expo held at BUV’s Eco Park campus on April 10 saw participation from around 50 prominent recruiting firms such as Ernst & Young Vietnam, Panasonic, Shopee, Sun Group, CBRE, FPT IS, Gameloft, Marriott International, and Accor Hotels. This gathering drew over 1,700 students who participated enthusiastically in numerous events and recruitment booths set up across the venue during the course of the day.

Exposure to industry starting from the first year

Within the "Speed Interview" area, recruiters carried out 15-minute simulated interviews aimed at replicating genuine recruitment scenarios. A spokesperson from Novotel stated that this approach provided an essential chance for organizations to spot promising applicants beforehand.

More than 1,700 student visits were documented during the BUV career fair held on April 10, 2025. Image captured by Nam Nguyen.

This year, numerous BUV students from their freshman or sophomore years have been chosen for subsequent recruitment stages. This indicates an emerging pattern in employment approaches where companies are placing greater emphasis on nurturing young talents at earlier educational levels.

Nguyen Hong Ngoc, who serves as the Director of Talent Acquisition and Development at Sun Group, expressed his genuine surprise at the proactivity and confidence demonstrated by BUV students. He noted that even freshmen were articulate about their future careers and posed insightful queries regarding internships. This indicated to him that these students are both knowledgeable and motivated, with a strong desire for growth.

A number of recruiters emphasized the strong points of BUV students, notably their command of languages, digital skills, professional attitude, and confidence—all attributes highly valued in the current employment landscape.

Students at BUV exhibit impressive multilingual abilities. Photo by Nam Nguyen

The BUV students are proficient in English and many can converse fluently in languages such as Korean, Chinese, or Japanese," noted Quynh Anh, who serves as the Training Coordinator at JW Marriott. "This linguistic ability provides them with a significant advantage in global work environments. Additionally, they possess valuable hands-on experience and strong self-awareness, making them particularly appealing candidates for potential employers.

Huong Le, the HR Director at Ritz-Carlton, who has collaborated with numerous BUV interns, mentioned that these students possess remarkable openness and initiative—traits that are greatly appreciated by employers. She noted, “First-year students were asking thoughtful questions right away, demonstrating their commitment to professional growth from day one.”

The Ritz-Carlton is presently recruiting candidates for roles in the front office, food and beverage services, marketing, human resources, and finance. They offer comprehensive training programs along with defined career progression paths. Additionally, she commended BUV’s hospitality course for providing practical experience through extensive on-site training and state-of-the-art equipment. Many freshmen within this program have already secured internships with corporate affiliates of the institution, which has bolstered their self-assurance and focus when participating in job interviews.

Hands-on experiences for practical preparedness

To prepare students effectively, the BUV Career Fair 2025 included numerous activities designed to hone crucial work-related abilities such as conducting mock interviews and taking professional headshots for their resumes. A highlight of this event was the Career Boost Zone, which offered personalized CV reviews provided by experts from Aloha Consulting Group and ManpowerGroup.

At the BUV career fair, students get individualized CV feedback from experienced recruiters. Photo by Nam Nguyen.

At the event, BISC, which leads in ACCA training in Vietnam, provided over VND 1 billion worth of scholarships and skills courses exclusively for BUV students. A key feature included a full scholarship for the ICAEW certification (International Certificate in Finance, Accounting, and Business) designed specifically for first- and second-year students keen on pursuing accounting and finance. This opportunity is particularly advantageous for individuals aspiring to join premier companies like Grant Thornton and Mazars.

Students delve into the TechXperience zone, engaging in interactive experiences with advanced technologies. Image captured by Nam Nguyen.

In the TechXperience Zone, prominent technology firms demonstrated advanced technological solutions such as virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), extended reality (XR), robotics, and artificial intelligence (AI). Visitors were able to engage closely with these cutting-edge developments, delve into current shifts toward digital transformation, and gain insights into potential careers within inventive and upcoming fields of technology.

The BUV Career Fair of 2025 went beyond being merely a conventional hiring gathering; it showcased the institution’s dedication to nurturing comprehensive professionals—individuals with robust academic backgrounds, preparedness for their careers, and assurance in tackling an ever-evolving employment landscape.

As part of BUV’s distinctive Personal & Social Growth (PSG) initiative, the career fair seeks to link students with leading companies, increase their access to internships and employment positions, and advance one of BUV’s key objectives for 2025: providing high-quality internship chances for every single BUV student.