The National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC) highlights the critical importance of international research collaborations in advancing science and technology through the exchange of expertise between local and global researchers. To advance this goal, MTEC hosts the International Student Internship Program, welcoming students from across the globe to participate in research projects under the mentorship of MTEC researchers.
Through Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs), the program collaborates with leading international universities to promote academic engagement, joint research, and the exchange of students and researchers. A number of distinguished institutions have joined this initiative, including:
Nanjing Forestry University สาธารณรัฐประชาชนจีน
Nagaoka University of Technology (NUT) ประเทศญี่ปุ่น
Okayama University ประเทศญี่ปุ่น
Tokyo City University Japan
Yamagata University Japan
Hiroshima University Japan
Osaka University Japan
Toyohashi University of Technology (TUT) Japan
National Tsing Hua University The Republic of China (ROC)
Linköping University Sweden
This collaborative initiative offers international students the opportunity to undertake internships within MTEC’s specialized laboratories, which feature state-of-the-art infrastructure and are led by experienced researchers. Participants engage in real research projects, gaining practical skills and hands-on experience through structured workflows in a professional scientific environment.
Moreover, the program enhances students’ intercultural communication skills, fosters collaboration across diverse nationalities, and expands their professional networks —building a solid foundation for future careers in academia or industry.
MTEC is committed to broadening its collaborations with leading academic institutions both in Thailand and abroad, while deepening partnerships among researchers, faculty members, and affiliated organizations. These efforts are geared toward cultivating a sustainable research ecosystem and building a robust network of long-term international alliances.
Driven by a strong dedication to nurturing the next generation of global researchers, MTEC aspires to become a dynamic hub for cross-border scientific collaboration — advancing continuous growth in both academia and technology.
For more information, please contact: International Collaboration and Strategic Networking Division E-mail: icn@mtec.or.th Tel: 02564 6500 ext. 4403, 4414-4416