ACT Student Development Programme 2027 <AI • Cybersecruity • Talent>
The Opportunity
Build your future in AI and cybersecurity through practical learning, industry exposure and collaboration.
The HKPC and HKCERT ACT Student Development Programme 2027 is a six-month structured learning and development programme for students aspiring to pursue opportunities in cybersecurity. Running from January to June 2027, the programme combines professional training, hands-on learning, industry engagement, mentoring, networking and team-based challenges.
The learning pathway helps you build knowledge in AI and cybersecurity, apply your learning in industry-relevant contexts and develop future-ready skills. You will learn alongside fellow students and connect with industry professionals to broaden your perspectives beyond the classroom.
If you are passionate about emerging technologies and ready to learn, apply and grow, ACT offers a platform to explore your interests and prepare for future opportunities.
Your Six-Months' Development Journey
Selected participants will:
- Build cybersecurity knowledge and understand how AI is applied in cybersecurity, including emerging threats, digital trust and real-world security applications.
- Gain practical experience through hands-on learning and exercises that connect academic knowledge with industry applications.
- Complete professional in-person training by attending one designated training session each month throughout the six-month programme. Physical attendance is mandatory and is a requirement for the Certificate of Completion.
- Engage with industry professionals through professional sharing, mentoring and networking with cybersecurity practitioners and industry experts.
- Build a peer network by learning and collaborating with students who share an interest in technology, innovation and problem-solving.
- Develop future-ready competencies in critical thinking, teamwork, communication, presentation and analytical problem-solving.
- Apply learning through the Mini CTF Competition by working in teams to tackle a simulated real-world cybersecurity challenge, develop innovative solutions and present ideas to a panel of industry professionals.
Certificate of Completion
Participants who successfully fulfil the programme requirements, including compulsory physical attendance at one designated in-person training session each month, will be eligible to receive the ACT Student Development Programme 2027 Certificate of Completion.
Internship Opportunities
Outstanding participants from the winning team may be considered for cybersecurity-focused internship opportunities with HKCERT or HKPC, subject to individual performance and business needs.
What We Look For
We welcome applications from students currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or below in Computer Science or Cybersecurity at a higher education institution in Hong Kong, regardless of their year of study.
Application Journey
- Application deadline: 20 November 2026
- Online interviews: December 2026
- Programme period: January to June 2027
- Programme quota: 20 places
ACT Now!
Ready to take your interest in AI and cybersecurity beyond the classroom?
Apply for the inaugural ACT cohort to build in-demand capabilities, gain industry exposure and expand your professional network through a six-month learning and development journey.
Learn it. Apply it. Stand Out.
Apply now if you’re ready to take the challenge! Do not miss this opportunity to join us to Create Value and “MAKE SMART SMARTER”!
HKPC will take into consideration both the quantitative and qualitative requirements of the post when selecting the suitable candidates.
Applicants are welcome to submit application at the HKPC e-Recruitment System (careers.hkpc.org). Recruitment will continue until the position is filled.
Applicants not invited for interviews within 6 weeks may consider their applications unsuccessful. All information provided by applicants will be treated with strict confidence and used solely for recruitment purposes. The personal data of unsuccessful applicants will be retained for 12 months from the date the recruitment process is completed.
ACT Student Development Programme 2027 <AI • Cybersecruity • Talent>
The Opportunity
Build your future in AI and cybersecurity through practical learning, industry exposure and collaboration.
The HKPC and HKCERT ACT Student Development Programme 2027 is a six-month structured learning and development programme for students aspiring to pursue opportunities in cybersecurity. Running from January to June 2027, the programme combines professional training, hands-on learning, industry engagement, mentoring, networking and team-based challenges.
The learning pathway helps you build knowledge in AI and cybersecurity, apply your learning in industry-relevant contexts and develop future-ready skills. You will learn alongside fellow students and connect with industry professionals to broaden your perspectives beyond the classroom.
If you are passionate about emerging technologies and ready to learn, apply and grow, ACT offers a platform to explore your interests and prepare for future opportunities.
Your Six-Months' Development Journey
Selected participants will:
- Build cybersecurity knowledge and understand how AI is applied in cybersecurity, including emerging threats, digital trust and real-world security applications.
- Gain practical experience through hands-on learning and exercises that connect academic knowledge with industry applications.
- Complete professional in-person training by attending one designated training session each month throughout the six-month programme. Physical attendance is mandatory and is a requirement for the Certificate of Completion.
- Engage with industry professionals through professional sharing, mentoring and networking with cybersecurity practitioners and industry experts.
- Build a peer network by learning and collaborating with students who share an interest in technology, innovation and problem-solving.
- Develop future-ready competencies in critical thinking, teamwork, communication, presentation and analytical problem-solving.
- Apply learning through the Mini CTF Competition by working in teams to tackle a simulated real-world cybersecurity challenge, develop innovative solutions and present ideas to a panel of industry professionals.
Certificate of Completion
Participants who successfully fulfil the programme requirements, including compulsory physical attendance at one designated in-person training session each month, will be eligible to receive the ACT Student Development Programme 2027 Certificate of Completion.
Internship Opportunities
Outstanding participants from the winning team may be considered for cybersecurity-focused internship opportunities with HKCERT or HKPC, subject to individual performance and business needs.
What We Look For
We welcome applications from students currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or below in Computer Science or Cybersecurity at a higher education institution in Hong Kong, regardless of their year of study.
Application Journey
- Application deadline: 20 November 2026
- Online interviews: December 2026
- Programme period: January to June 2027
- Programme quota: 20 places
ACT Now!
Ready to take your interest in AI and cybersecurity beyond the classroom?
Apply for the inaugural ACT cohort to build in-demand capabilities, gain industry exposure and expand your professional network through a six-month learning and development journey.
Learn it. Apply it. Stand Out.
Apply now if you’re ready to take the challenge! Do not miss this opportunity to join us to Create Value and “MAKE SMART SMARTER”!
HKPC will take into consideration both the quantitative and qualitative requirements of the post when selecting the suitable candidates.
Applicants are welcome to submit application at the HKPC e-Recruitment System (careers.hkpc.org). Recruitment will continue until the position is filled.
Applicants not invited for interviews within 6 weeks may consider their applications unsuccessful. All information provided by applicants will be treated with strict confidence and used solely for recruitment purposes. The personal data of unsuccessful applicants will be retained for 12 months from the date the recruitment process is completed.