3 6 Ke·2025-08-19 02:39Group 1: Recruitment Market Overview - Major internet companies like Baidu, ByteDance, Alibaba, and Tencent are significantly increasing their recruitment for AI-related positions for the 2026 campus recruitment season, with Baidu and ByteDance reporting over 90% of their positions focused on AI [3][9][22]. - Baidu plans to issue over 4,000 offers, with more than 90% in AI roles, focusing on areas such as large models, multimodal applications, and autonomous driving [3][22]. - ByteDance is offering over 5,000 positions, with a 23% year-on-year increase in R&D roles, emphasizing cutting-edge fields like AI safety and AIGC [3][22]. Group 2: Educational Institutions and AI Talent Development - The Chinese government has initiated the "Artificial Intelligence Innovation Action Plan" to promote the establishment of AI colleges and interdisciplinary platforms, leading to a rapid expansion of AI undergraduate programs [8][20]. - Approximately 500 universities have established AI undergraduate programs, with top institutions like Tsinghua University and Peking University expanding their AI-related academic offerings [8][20]. Group 3: Supply and Demand Imbalance - There is a stark contrast in the job market, where top-tier companies are aggressively recruiting AI talent while small and medium enterprises struggle to find suitable candidates [9][10]. - The demand for AI roles is high, but many graduates lack the practical experience and skills required by employers, leading to a mismatch in the job market [9][10]. Group 4: Factors Contributing to the Talent Gap - The curriculum in universities often emphasizes theoretical knowledge over practical engineering skills, which are crucial for industry needs [10][11]. - Smaller companies face challenges due to a lack of access to high-quality data and computational resources, making it difficult to attract talent [10][11]. Group 5: Future Implications and Recommendations - The "Matthew Effect" is expected to intensify, with resources and opportunities concentrating among a few leading companies, potentially widening the gap in the job market [13][19]. - Recommendations for small and medium enterprises include lowering entry barriers, leveraging open-source platforms, and restructuring job roles to attract a broader talent pool [17][18].