Vietnam semiconductor workforce and manufacturing growth

Vietnam is expanding its semiconductor workforce training with a goal to produce at least 50,000 engineers with university degrees or higher by 2030. While the country currently employs approximately 7,000 design engineers, formal training programs and postgraduate studies are being implemented at institutions including Vietnam National University in Hanoi, Vietnam National University in Ho Chi Minh City, and Hanoi University of Science and Technology, alongside roughly 30 other public and private facilities. Many universities began enrolling students in semiconductor microcircuit specialties in 2024. Between 2028 and 2030, it is estimated that 2,000 to 3,000 specialized engineers will graduate annually.

To supplement long-term education, retraining programs for graduates in related fields, such as electronics, information technology, and automation, are being rolled out in Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, and Dong Nai. Experts note that while scaling up is progressing positively, the industry requires high professional expertise and continuous adaptation to rapid technological changes, necessitating stronger practical training and corporate partnerships.

Parallel to workforce development, Vietnam is attracting significant global manufacturing investments. Intel Products Vietnam in Ho Chi Minh City serves as a major global hub for semiconductor assembly and testing, with total investments reaching approximately 1.5 billion USD. Additionally, Amkor Technology has invested 1.6 billion USD in a facility in Bac Ninh province, intended to be the largest in its global network.