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AI boom driving semiconductor job growth
The semiconductor industry in Taiwan is ramping up hiring, with an average of 26,000 new recruits each month in the second quarter of 2024, up 8% from last year.
According to data from 104 Job Bank, the surge is driven by the growing demand for AI technology along with investments from major firms like TSMC in central and southern Taiwan, which now account for 30% of all semiconductor jobs.
Job seekers in the semiconductor sector also rose by 18%, with each candidate receiving an average of 2.1 job offers, more than the overall market average of 1.8.
The strongest demand is for roles in midstream production, with shortages also seen in downstream and upstream positions. Non-engineering roles are also on the rise, reflecting a need for diverse skills in the industry.
The hiring trends indicate a push to expand chip production capacity amid easing inventory pressures.
