Based on what I’ve seen over the past few years, getting into the right department is very important. Some specialized departments are patient and have structured training for young employees, but it seems that people in planning departments generally think interpersonal skills are more important than getting things done (based on the examples I’ve heard so far). However, based on my past interview experience, you still won’t know which second-level unit you’ll be assigned to until the day you report for work. It actually feels a bit like opening a lucky bag—it depends heavily on luck. The campus is spacious and has a lot of greenery, which is somewhat similar to ITRI; I suppose that counts as an advantage (?). The salary is about the same as mentioned earlier—very rigid, and raises are slow. Senior employees all say that you won’t become rich, but you won’t starve either.

There are almost no benefits, the employee cafeteria isn’t very good, the buildings are old, and the dormitories are completely full.