Interest For STEM Jobs Rises, Familiarity With Career Options A Challenge, Says IBM Report
News 18Two-in-three job seekers and career changers in India reported familiarity with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics jobs, with a majority of Indian respondents overall saying they are interested in working in STEM. Job seekers, students, and career changers around the world want to pursue roles related to STEM across different industries, but say they are not familiar with career options. Sandip Patel, managing director, IBM India, said, “While India has emerged as a major hub for STEM talent, the fast-changing pace of technology makes it crucial for current and aspiring STEM professionals to have access to tools and resources that can help them build the right skills.” The study said that Indian job seekers and career changers reported the highest levels of familiarity with STEM jobs among the 13 countries surveyed. Respondents around the world are optimistic that roles in STEM fields across sectors will increase in the future, and that digital credentials are a good way to supplement traditional education and increase career opportunities.
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