In recent years, the technology sector is experiencing unprecedented evolution, partly thanks to digitalization and the development of artificial intelligence. However, this rapid growth is causing the Spanish technology industry to face a major talent shortage, with up to 120,000 unfilled positions with specialized profiles, according to the report ‘Anatomy of the technological talent gap’, prepared by DigitalES. This lack of qualified professionals highlights the need to promote training in technological skills, especially among young people who are considering their professional future.
Despite the multiple job opportunities offered by the technology sector, the data from the latest Caixabank Dualiza report reflect a low preference for technological studies in Vocational Training (FP). The choice of studies related to technology and industry is still insufficient to cover demand, which leaves Spain up to 12 points below the European average in terms of graduates in intermediate degree cycles and four percentage points in terms of cycles degree in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Despite the job opportunities offered by the technology sector, there is a low preference for technological studies in Vocational Training
In this sense, the practical and labor market-oriented approach that VET has positions it as a unique opportunity to prepare future professionals in highly in-demand technological skills, contributing to reducing the talent gap in the sector. Furthermore, this type of specialized profiles allow access to stable employment with good salary expectations.
“The Spanish labor market is undergoing constant changes and the incorporation of new professional profiles is necessary. However, graduates do not always meet the characteristics or educational profile of the jobs that are most in demand. This is the case of training within the technology sector, which is suffering from a shortage of jobs.“, indicate from UNIVERSAE. “In a context in which the number of vocational training graduates in Spain continues to be below the European average, betting on this more practical educational model focused on employment can ensure a highly valued job, while at the same time energizing a sector. as relevant as the technological one.”
