KUALA LUMPUR, 4 October 2024 – Today marks the official opening of the Malaysia Semiconductor Recruitment Day 2024, organised by the Selangor Information Technology and Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec) in collaboration with Malaysia Advanced Semiconductor Academy. The official ceremony, taking place at MITEC, Kuala Lumpur, is officiated by YB Rafizi Ramli, Minister of Economy, and YB Ng Sze Han, Selangor State EXCO for Investment, Trade, and Mobility. This event is a key milestone in Malaysia's journey to becoming a leader in the global semiconductor industry.
With 25 prominent companies participating and more than 2,000 graduates registered, the recruitment day is designed to connect job seekers with top industry players. Key companies present include NXP, Renesas, Infineon, Inari Amertron, Neways, Vitrox, STMicroelectronics, HCLTech, Chipsbank, Betterlife, Oppstar, Synopsys, Skyechip, and AppAsia, among others. These companies are actively recruiting for roles such as RTL Design Engineer, Design Verification Engineer, Physical Design Engineer, Analog Circuit Design Engineer, and Layout Design Engineer, with a starting salary of RM5,000 for entry-level engineers.
YB Ng Sze Han emphasised the importance of the event, stating, “We are proud to see Malaysia stepping up in this vital sector. With Sidec and Malaysia Advanced Semiconductor Academy leading the charge, we are creating a robust semiconductor ecosystem that will create thousands of high-skilled jobs and cement Malaysia’s position as a regional leader in technology.”
The Malaysia Semiconductor Recruitment Day 2024 is an excellent opportunity for job seekers to gain direct access to recruiters and hiring managers from top semiconductor companies. On-the-spot interviews are available, providing attendees the opportunity to secure their next career move. The event also offers career consultations and workshops designed to help job seekers sharpen their application strategies and refine their professional development. Additionally, there will be ample networking opportunities for attendees to connect with industry professionals and insiders, offering valuable insights and connections that could shape their future careers in the semiconductor industry.
In addition to networking and interviews, participating companies deliver presentations to showcase their cutting-edge technologies, ongoing projects, and career development opportunities. These presentations will provide attendees with valuable insights into the industry's future direction and the roles they could play in driving innovation forward.
With Malaysia’s semiconductor industry poised for significant growth, this recruitment day is more than just a job fair—it’s a catalyst for innovation, talent development, and national progress. As we continue to position Malaysia as a global leader in semiconductor technology, events like this play a crucial role in fostering the workforce that will drive this industry forward.
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