By South China Morning Post | Created at 2024-12-19 00:36:36 | Updated at 2024-12-19 04:14:28
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Leo Zhou, a first-year student at the University of Macau, is clear about where he sees himself working in the future: mainland China.
“Macau has a strong focus on tourism and casinos, the demand and job offerings for engineers are very limited,” said the 19-year-old student from Macau, who is pursuing a degree in electrical and computer engineering.
He added he believed only one large telecommunication company could offer promising prospects for engineers.
“If the government takes concrete steps to nurture other industries such as finance, just like Hong Kong, I would be happy to stay here for my career,” the student said.
Zhou was among the young Macau residents who spoke to the Post and expressed dissatisfaction with their limited career choices despite the city’s drive to diversify its economy and reduce its long-standing dependence on the gaming sector.
Observers also warned an aggressive push to attract concerts and conferences, as part of the diversification efforts, would encourage young people to take up high-earning freelance jobs instead of investing in upgrading their skill sets.
