This internship program integrates the research capabilities of the Green Nano Research Center at National Pingtung University (NPTU) and the Institut Jean Lamour (IJL) at the University of Lorraine, France, further strengthening the long-standing collaboration between the two institutions in the field of spintronics. This international research initiative, jointly led by Prof. Hua-Shu Hsu of NPTU and Prof. Stephane Mangin, director of the IJL Spin Team—one of the leading spintronics research groups in the European Union—will focus on the development of next-generation silicon photonic light sources, specifically spin light-emitting diodes (Spin-LEDs). 

To cultivate forward-thinking and interdisciplinary talent, NPTU collaborates with domestic industry partners to offer specialized research training centered on silicon photonics and spintronic optoelectronic semiconductor technologies. Students will have opportunities to participate in laboratory training at NPTU and gain practical experience at institutions such as the National Synchrotron Radiation Research Center (NSRRC) and industrial partners, thereby deepening their understanding of Taiwan’s research environment and industrial applications in nanofabrication and spin-optoelectronics. 

This program primarily recruits students from NPTU’s partner universities and collaborating institutions. Applicants from sister universities or established partner institutions will be given priority consideration.

Furthermore, NPTU also promotes interdisciplinary training through collaboration with academic and industrial partners in emerging technologies. The program includes regular meetings with faculty members and industry mentors, providing guidance on student research progress and offering career development insights. Through the integration of academic research and practical training, this program aims to nurture professionals with both R&D capabilities and industry-oriented mindsets, thereby contributing to Taiwan’s strategic advances in silicon photonics, spintronics, and next-generation semiconductor technologies.