Vietnam’s Semiconductor Industry: Rapid Growth and Human Resource Shortages

The semiconductor industry in Vietnam is rapidly growing, and the demand for human resources is significant. By 2030, it is projected that Vietnam will require approximately 15,000 engineers for the design stage and 35,000 individuals for the production, packaging, and inspection stages. However, the actual response to this demand is currently limited. This highlights the need to develop human resources for semiconductor microchip technology.

During a conference on scientific and technological research and human resource development organized by the Ministry of Science and Technology in collaboration with Hanoi University of Science and Technology, Deputy Minister Tran Hong Thai emphasized that priority will be given to national and ministerial-level research topics on semiconductor chips to support masters and graduate students in their research endeavors. He also stressed the importance of collaboration and training in developing specialized human resources and national products.

The Ministry of Science and Technology is committed to providing annual guidance on scientific and technological research related to semiconductor microchips and supporting research projects through the National Foundation for Science and Technology Development (Nafosted). The goal is to prioritize the training and development of human resources in semiconductor technology to meet the industry’s growing demands.

Deputy Minister Thai highlighted the need for Vietnam to clearly define its current position in semiconductor chip technology and determine its role in the global production chain. It is essential for Vietnam to gradually acquire and master technology rather than solely relying on foreign direct investment (FDI) to advance in the semiconductor industry. Attracting national