21特写｜走上技能赛场的00后：不卷学历卷技术

Group 1: Skills Competition Overview - The third National Skills Competition took place in Zhengzhou, attracting 3,420 participants across 106 projects, with an average age of 24 years among competitors, and 70% being under 25 years old [1][2] - Young talents are increasingly choosing vocational paths, moving away from traditional academic routes, as skills become a more significant factor in career advancement [2][10] Group 2: Industry Demand for Skilled Workers - The demand for skilled workers in intelligent manufacturing is surging, with a projected need for 9 million talents by 2025, and a talent gap of approximately 4.5 million, indicating a nearly 50% shortfall [7][8] - High-skilled talent shortages are also evident in emerging sectors like biomedicine, where there is a significant need for individuals who can quickly adapt to new technologies and regulations [8][10] Group 3: Regional Talent Policies - Various provinces, including Guangdong, Jiangsu, and Shandong, are implementing policies to attract skilled workers, such as lowering residency requirements and enhancing vocational training programs [2][9] - Guangdong's recent policy initiatives aim to strengthen the high-skilled talent pool, improve compensation for skilled workers, and establish a skill-oriented incentive mechanism [10]