On May 20, 2025, international students of the School of Mechanical Engineering from Italy, South Korea, Pakistan, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Zimbabwe, and Nigeria visited JAKA Robotics, a leading high-tech enterprise in China. This event was organized by the Mechanical Engineering International Students Union (MEISU) and aimed to provide international students with firsthand exposure to China's cutting-edge advancements in intelligent manufacturing and robotics technology, allowing them to experience the technological prowess and innovative spirit embodied in Chinese modernization. The visit was graced by the presence of two teachers from the International Student Service Center of Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Yu Qinling and Zhou Xiyan, who provided invaluable support and professional guidance.

Guided by corporate representatives, the students and faculty toured JAKA Robotics' product exhibition area, gaining insights into the company's innovative design philosophy and core technologies in the field of collaborative robots. The company showcased the extensive applications of its robotic products aptly named “Cobots”, in high-end manufacturing sectors such as automotive production, manufacturing of electronic components and smart production lines, fully demonstrating China's technological strength and industrial layout in advancing new quality productive forces. To the students' delight, JAKA has also extended robotic technology to everyday life, developing products like an automated coffee brewing system and robotic noodle makers. The live demonstrations were engaging and lively, highlighting the innovative integration of artificial intelligence in lifestyle services and the smart living concepts inherent in Chinese modernization.

Andrea Bitti from Italy remarked, "During the visit to JAKA, we learned about the main components of collaborative robots, such as the robot body and control unit, and saw how they are programmed through a highly intuitive interface. They also demonstrated real-world applications, such as making coffee or working on industrial production lines. This visit was incredibly interesting and gave me new perspectives on future career opportunities in robotics and automation."

During the visit, the students also had hands-on experience with JAKA’s robotic industry training platform, learning about the operational processes and typical application scenarios of collaborative robot systems. In the interactive Q&A session, students actively raised questions on topics such as robot design optimization, intelligent control, and industrial applications, showing strong interest. Many also inquired about the company’s demand for international talent, internship opportunities, hiring criteria, and career development paths. The corporate representatives provided detailed responses based on the company’s talent development practices and industry trends, covering technical skill requirements, cross-cultural work competencies, and internship-to-employment transition mechanisms. They encouraged the students to explore career development directions in line with their backgrounds.

Olukayode Niyi Ezekiel from Nigeria shared, "This visit exposed me to cutting-edge technology that showcased the potential of robotics in redefining the manufacturing and production industries. It was my first time learning about JAKA, and their work was truly impressive. I’d also like to extend my heartfelt thanks to the organizers of this event—they did an outstanding job."

This corporate visit not only deepened international students' systematic understanding of China's intelligent manufacturing ecosystem but also effectively guided them in exploring future employment and internship pathways, enhancing their career planning awareness and industry integration capabilities. Through immersive discussions and hands-on experiences, the students expressed a more comprehensive and profound understanding of China's high-quality development path and shared their optimism about the prospects of interning, working, and building careers in China.

This event reflects the School of Mechanical Engineering’s active implementation of the "Three-Wide Education" principle, creating a second classroom for international students and telling China’s stories in the new era. Moving forward, the school will continue to leverage industry-academia collaboration to build diverse exchange platforms, further expanding international students' multicultural awareness and humanistic spirit, and nurturing them into globally competent, cross-culturally adept, and socially responsible high-caliber talents.