ARI Hosts Inaugural Career Development Training for Nagaoka Tech Students

ARI's Inaugural Career Development Training at Nagaoka University of Technology

On November 27, 2025, ARI Advanced Technology Co., Ltd., headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, conducted its first-ever career development training for second-year students at Nagaoka University of Technology. This initiative aimed at helping students understand the roles essential for business professionals in the AI era, providing hands-on experience with generative AI tools while inspiring them to reflect on their careers.

The training included lectures that deepened the participants' understanding of the intersection between AI and work, a workshop utilizing generative AI, and an interactive panel discussion featuring young engineers from ARI. The goal was to immerse students in the realities of working with AI, highlighting the future of careers and the skills required in this evolving landscape.

Many engineers from Nagaoka University already thrive within ARI, which made this training particularly significant, as it provided an opportunity for students to engage in practical AI applications and consider their future career trajectories.

Overview of the Career Development Training

- Date: November 27, 2025 (Thursday) 15:00-17:00
- Format: Online (Zoom)
- Participants: A total of 12 students attended.
- Content:

- AI and Work: An overview of changing roles for business professionals in the AI era, explaining areas where AI excels and where human value must come into play.
- Hands-On Experience with Generative AI: Understanding AI’s strengths, limitations, and practical applications through team-based projects where students presented their ideas.
- Roundtable with Current Engineers: A discussion with young engineers about the working environment in the AI era and the skills industry demands. This offered students concrete images of what to expect in their careers.
- Messages from Alumni: Graduates now employed at ARI shared their insights on crucial aspects of career preparation and approaches to navigating the AI landscape.
- Career Preparation Insights: ARI provided important points and timelines to consider as students prepare for job hunting, along with information about their one-day job experience programs.

Student Feedback

Feedback from participants highlighted the significance of interaction with professionals:

- Conversations with working individuals helped clarify their career aspirations.
- Gaining insights into the thought processes and work life of young engineers was enlightening.
- Learning how to effectively utilize AI tools and receiving advice on preparations for their careers were particularly beneficial.
- Engaging with alumni to get answers to specific questions about research labs proved to be a valuable experience.
- Interacting with professionals using AI daily offered them perspective on effectively engaging with this technology.

Comments from Nagaoka University of Technology

Prof. Katsuko Nakahira from Nagaoka University expressed appreciation for ARI’s initiative in organizing this training, which was suggested following insights about ARI's commitment to employee education after hiring. The choice to focus on second-year students stemmed from their need for early career exposure, despite discussions around the timing.

The feedback from students indicated that the decision was well-founded, as they demonstrated a heightened interest and engaged meaningfully during the final project presentations. At one point, students referenced previous workshop experiences, illustrating their deepening understanding.

Staffing and Development at ARI

ARI maintains a robust recruitment strategy, hiring nearly 10% of its workforce as new graduates annually. Their internship programs for students and structured post-entry training initiatives are designed to cater to skill development. With a high retention rate of 88% for graduates after three years, ARI proves to be a nurturing ground for new talent.

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About ARI

ARI Advanced Technology Co., Ltd. has positioned itself as a leader in driving social transformation through cloud technology and AI-driven business transformation. As a Business Transformation Designer, ARI provides services that enable clients to realize their creative business goals, focusing on digital transformation.
Their service brands include cnaris, supporting comprehensive cloud utilization, and dataris, delivering data-driven solutions from strategy formulation through to AI integration.

- Company Name: ARI Advanced Technology Co., Ltd. (abbreviated as ARI)
- Established: January 2010
- CEO: Toshinori Takeuchi
- Stock Market: Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market (Stock Code: 5578)
- Capital: 1.4171 billion yen (as of August 2025)
- Employees: 569 staff, totaling 759 including group members (as of August 2025)
- Business Focus: DX solutions powered by cloud technology and data/AI utilization
- URL: https://ari-jp.com