Big opportunity for Indian students: There is huge demand for IT workers in Europe, companies themselves are offering work visas..
IT Jobs in Europe: News of layoffs in the tech sector continues to dominate headlines worldwide. While IT companies in major economies like the US are shedding employees en masse, Europe is moving in the opposite direction. Many countries face a shortage of high-skilled IT professionals, leading companies to offer jobs to foreign candidates with work visa sponsorship. Indian students are benefiting the most from this, graduating with technical degrees from top European universities.
Unintelligible EU Language, Still Getting Jobs
An Indian IT worker who came to Europe to pursue a Master's degree under the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship shared his experiences on Reddit. He explained that students in Europe who have earned degrees from a top university in a country are finding it easier to find jobs even if they don't speak the local language. He said, “European companies are now prioritizing skills, not language. There's a severe talent shortage in the IT sector, especially in Western European countries, so foreign-skilled professionals are being hired immediately.”
Affordable education and government subsidies offer an easy path.
The Indian professional explained that the cost of studying in Europe is significantly lower than in the US. In countries like France, the government also provides subsidies to foreign students to attract more international talent. He said, “Germany already has a large student population, so other European countries like France, the Netherlands, and Sweden may be better options.” However, he also cautioned that while the cost of studying in Switzerland and Denmark is low, the cost of living is very high. Therefore, consider these countries only if you have a strong financial situation.
Which courses have the most scope?
Europe offers greater job opportunities for those pursuing courses like computer science, computer engineering, data science, and artificial intelligence. Companies are also directly providing work visa sponsorship to highly skilled candidates.
Which universities should you get your degree from?
An Indian IT worker advised students to pursue degrees only from top-ranked universities, as these institutions increase their chances of finding a job. He suggested choosing the number one university in Belgium, Austria, Italy, Spain, Estonia, Finland, Norway, Cyprus, and Czechia. Study at the top three universities in France, the Netherlands, Sweden, Switzerland, and Ireland. Furthermore, target the top five universities in the UK and Germany.
Networking will increase your chances.
He also advised students to network with top MNCs and global corporations while continuing their studies, as these companies often sponsor work visas. He explained, "Those in my circle who earned degrees from top universities have found jobs in European IT companies without any hassle."
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