Software Engineer, Programming Analyst Among Top Jobs For Freshers In India: LinkedIn – News18

For fresh graduates looking to enter the job market, LinkedIn, the professional networking platform, recently revealed new data about the fastest-growing roles, industries, functions and skills in India.

LinkedIn data revealed that design, analytics and programming are the top skills for entry-level roles today.

Companies continue to embrace flexibility in 2024, with the trend toward more flexible working arrangements growing significantly. Solely on-site roles are declining by 15% and hybrid positions are surging by 52% for entry-level roles year-over-year. This shift provides fresh graduates with a wider range of work arrangements to choose from and pursue.

Industry Trends

Utilities is the fastest-growing industry for young professionals with a bachelor’s degree, as per LinkedIn’s Career Starter 2024 report.

Other top industries hiring fresh graduates include Oil, Gas and Mining, Real Estate, Equipment Rental Services, and Consumer Services. Additionally, those without a bachelor’s degree have plenty of opportunities in the Education, Technology and Information and Media sectors.

Top Roles

LinkedIn’s data revealed a diverse range of top jobs for professionals with different educational qualifications. Bachelor’s degree holders can explore roles like Software Engineer, System Engineer and Programming Analyst. A growing number of Masters holders are being hired as Software Engineer and Data Analyst. Those without a degree can find fulfilling careers in roles like Software Engineer, Secretary and Design Engineer.

Regardless of educational background, various job functions are experiencing rapid growth. Ample opportunities are available for bachelor’s degree holders in fields like Community and Social Services, Legal, Marketing and Media and Communication.

For individuals without a bachelor’s degree, there are also plenty of job opportunities across Education, Human Resources, Marketing and Media & Communication.

Nirajita Banerjee, LinkedIn career expert & India senior managing editor, said, “Entering a tight job market can be tough, especially at the start of a career journey. Staying updated on industry trends and in-demand jobs, and exploring roles that might not seem obvious at first, can widen options.”

“Many skills today are transferable across industries, and the rise of AI is creating more tech-related roles across various fields, leading companies to seek professionals with diverse educational backgrounds. These hiring trends reflect broader economic patterns like those in the energy sector. To expand their horizons, job seekers must keep strengthening their skills and networking with professionals,” Banerjee added.