Semiconductor: A "Career for the Future" with High Salaries and Excellent Benefits

On the afternoon of October 16th, Hanoi University of Industry held a seminar titled "Semiconductor Microchips – Opportunities and Challenges," attracting the participation of numerous experts, lecturers, and students in the fields of electronics and technology. The seminar aimed to discuss the latest trends in the semiconductor industry, explore the opportunities emerging for Vietnam in the context of global technological advancement, and analyze the challenges that the industry faces in order to compete and develop sustainably.

According to workforce demand forecasts, the semiconductor industry will continue to face a severe shortage. Professionals in this field are highly sought after due to attractive job opportunities and substantial income levels. In Vietnam, semiconductor engineering graduates are poised to earn a highly promising starting salary, reaching up to nearly $1,000 per month immediately after graduation.

The Faculty of Electronic Engineering at Hanoi University of Industry has been actively promoting collaborations with leading companies in semiconductor technology to enhance training quality and provide students with learning and hands-on practice opportunities.

The seminar featured experts from top semiconductor companies, offering Electronics students deeper insights into the potential, opportunities, and challenges of training human resources for this high-demand industry.

Mr. Nguyen Nam Phuong, Lead IC Design Engineer at Dolphin Vietnam, shared his insights and inspired students at the event

The speakers acknowledged that Vietnamese engineers are highly regarded for their creativity, integrity, and openness in the workplace. Semiconductor engineers in Vietnam are also beginning to take on crucial roles in system design and the creation of complex microchips. This is a high-tech field that offers vast career opportunities and high salaries, making it essential for students to develop strong knowledge, skills, and a serious, determined attitude toward their studies.

Mr. Nguyen Van Soan, IC Layout Design Manager at Qorvo, highlighted the promising job opportunities in the semiconductor industry, both in Vietnam and globally, including in the U.S., Japan, and South Korea. However, the challenge lies in improving training quality to meet the rigorous demands of businesses.

Mr. Nguyen Van Soan, IC Layout Design Manager at Qorvo Company, shared at the seminar

Mr. Le Thanh Nam, Director of VietA Solution Company, delivered insights during the seminar

Since 2022, the Faculty of Electronic Engineering at Hanoi University of Industry has integrated courses related to microchip design into its training programs, such as Electronic and Telecommunications Engineering Technology and Biomedical Electronics Engineering Technology. By 2024, HaUI officially launched admissions for a specialized engineer training program in the field of Electronic and Telecommunications Engineering Technology, with a focus on microchip design and testing.

In addition, HaUI has been updating its current programs to align with the 2018 General Education Program and adding elective courses oriented toward semiconductor technology, giving students the flexibility to explore this field during their studies.

Dr. Pham Xuan Thanh, a lecturer from the Faculty of Electronic Engineering, introduced the specialized engineering program in semiconductor design

These training programs have received valuable feedback from experts at companies such as Dolphin, Qorvo, Synopsys, and ETA. Furthermore, HaUI has initiated co-teaching activities between HaUI lecturers and industry experts for some advanced microchip design modules.

Dr. Pham Xuan Thanh emphasized that students participating in this specialized engineering program will have internship opportunities at semiconductor design companies like Dolphin Vietnam, Qorvo Vietnam, VIETA Solutions Vietnam, Synopsys Vietnam, and CoAsia...

Nguyen Hoang Phat, a student majoring in Computer Engineering, shared his enthusiasm for the semiconductor industry. He remarked on the intense demand, allure, and career prospects within the field, expressing a desire to gain more knowledge and skills to advance in this sector. He found it fascinating and meaningful to attend seminars and conferences, describing them as the best opportunities to connect students with real-world applications and help them pursue their aspirations in this era of peak technology and global integration.