In a bid to meet the growing demand for technological skill, leading IT giants are gearing up to onboard over 40,000 freshers within the next six months.
This revelation, unveiled in TeamLease EdTech’s Career Outlook Report 2024, underscores the pressing need for skilled professionals in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and High-Performance Computing (HPC).
The analysis identifies the proliferation of AI and the expanding global tech landscape as the primary catalysts behind this recruitment surge.
Jaideep Kewalramani, COO of TeamLease EdTech, told a leading business daily, that the imperative for freshers to collaborate seamlessly with AI systems amidst the transformative wave of generative AI automation is reshaping workflows.
Despite a marginal dip in hiring intent for freshers within the IT sector compared to the previous year, the overall outlook remains buoyant.
Entry-level hiring intentions exhibit a modest uptick across various industries, signifying a renewed optimism in India’s growth trajectory among employers, according to TeamLease EdTech.
E-commerce, technology startups, engineering, infrastructure, and telecommunications emerge as the frontrunners poised to absorb fresh talent in the forthcoming months.
Manufacturing companies and construction firms are also expected to intensify their recruitment endeavours.
Additionally, sectors including retail, healthcare, and logistics offer promising opportunities for freshers, while industries such as media, entertainment, consulting, and marketing may experience a slowdown in hiring.
The report spotlights pivotal job roles in demand across diverse industries, spanning from chemical engineers to digital marketing executives, mirroring the multifaceted skill sets coveted by employers.
Furthermore, it underscores the rising popularity of certifications such as cyber security expert, business analyst, and artificial intelligence.
