People attend Semicon China, a trade fair for semiconductor technology, in Shanghai on March 17, 2021. Photo: Reuters
China chip makers scramble for semiconductor talent, showering fresh graduates with offers as peers in other fields face dim prospects
- In contrast with many industries, the semiconductor sector is facing a significant – and growing – talent gap
- With public and private money flowing into the chip industry, qualified graduates from top schools are getting multiple offers and lucrative pay packages
People attend Semicon China, a trade fair for semiconductor technology, in Shanghai on March 17, 2021. Photo: Reuters