Hans Juliano’s journey from Indonesia to Taiwan is a story of bold decisions, cultural exploration, and professional growth. Inspired by Taiwan’s leadership in the semiconductor industry and NYCU’s strong reputation, Hans decided to pursue a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS IGP), with a focus on nanoelectronics. A scholarship from NYCU gave him the chance to chase his dream of becoming an expat and deepening his technical skills.

Moving to Taiwan wasn’t easy, especially learning Chinese from zero. But Hans took it as a challenge. He joined campus activities, became Vice President of the International Student Association, and served as General Secretary of the Hsinchu Indonesian Student Association. Through these roles, along with language classes and cultural events, he built meaningful friendships and a strong support network.

With guidance from Professor Tseung-Yuen Tseng, Hans completed a research thesis that was later published in an international journal. This academic experience helped him build a solid foundation for his career. Thanks to NYCU’s close collaboration with Micron Technology, he joined a Semiconductor Mandarin course and participated in mock interviews, both of which helped him land a job at Micron even before graduation.

Today, Hans works as a Quality Engineer in Process Contamination Control at Micron. He feels his education at NYCU gave him the tools and confidence to contribute to the industry from day one. Beyond academics, life in Taiwan has taught him resilience, adaptability, and how to thrive in a new environment.

Hans encourages future NYCU students to make the most of their time in Taiwan. “Take every opportunity, learn the local language, and don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone,” he says. Living by the saying, “When in Rome, do as the Romans do,” Hans is excited to keep growing in Taiwan’s fast-paced semiconductor world.