There has always been a gap within the construction industry: the gap between academic knowledge acquired in the classroom and the realities encountered on construction sites. The professional competence and resilience of an engineer are shaped not only by textbooks, but also through practical experience and real-world challenges.
Recognising this, Phuoc Thanh has proactively partnered with universities to support the development of future talent, helping bridge the gap between academic learning and industry practice through its Corporate Semester Programme.
On 1 July 2026, at the Company’s Head Office, Phuoc Thanh welcomed 30 students majoring in Construction Economics, together with representatives from the leadership team of the University of Transport Ho Chi Minh City (UTH), to participate in the Corporate Semester Programme. Over the course of five months, the students will undertake practical training, gain hands-on experience, and participate in project activities across Phuoc Thanh’s construction sites and projects in Ho Chi Minh City and neighbouring areas.
This marks the first intake of the programme in 2026. According to the planned schedule, on 20 July 2026, Phuoc Thanh will welcome an additional 35 students majoring in Construction Engineering, bringing the total number of UTH students participating in the programme to 65. This further demonstrates the strong and effective partnership between academia and industry in developing high-quality human resources for the construction sector.
The welcoming ceremony was conducted in a professional and open atmosphere, with the participation of Phuoc Thanh’s Board of Management, as well as department managers and deputy managers. The presence and support of the Company’s leadership team reaffirm Phuoc Thanh’s commitment to nurturing young talent and providing future engineers with opportunities to learn, develop, and grow within a real-world working environment.
Representing UTH, Associate Professor Dr Pham Thi Anh, Director of the Institute of Research and Training, expressed her appreciation for Phuoc Thanh’s active contribution to educational collaboration. She also expressed her expectation that the Corporate Semester Programme would continue to serve as an effective bridge between academic education and professional practice, enabling students to strengthen their professional knowledge, develop practical competencies, and enhance their adaptability to the workplace after graduation.
Speaking at the event, a representative of Phuoc Thanh’s leadership shared: “After more than twenty years in the construction industry, we understand that no sustainable structure can be built without capable and responsible people behind it. The Corporate Semester Programme is not merely an educational collaboration initiative; it is also an integral part of Phuoc Thanh’s long-term development strategy, contributing to the preparation of high-quality human resources for the future of Vietnam’s construction industry. We hope that when students step onto Phuoc Thanh’s construction sites, they will not only learn technical knowledge and professional skills, but also develop a strong sense of responsibility, professionalism, and pride in the profession they have chosen to pursue.”
Immediately following the handover ceremony, the students participated in the “Introduction to HSSE Fundamentals” session, where they were equipped with essential knowledge related to health, safety, security, and environmental management. This serves as an important foundation, enabling them to adapt quickly and work effectively within actual construction site environments.
At Phuoc Thanh, we believe that the value of a construction main contractor should not be measured solely by the number of completed projects, but also by the number of people who have grown and developed through those projects. The journey of “Building Structures – Building People” at Phuoc Thanh will always remain open to young engineers who are ready to step beyond the classroom and begin their journey towards becoming true construction professionals.
