China's technology sector is doubling down on talent acquisition as Tencent, Meituan, and Baidu lead unprecedented hiring campaigns for 2025, signaling a strategic shift toward human capital development in the AI era. These initiatives come as companies balance economic uncertainties with long-term innovation goals, offering over 60,000 combined opportunities for graduates and professionals.
Meituan plans to fill 15,000 positions this year through graduate roles and internships, while Tencent's three-year recruitment blueprint includes 28,000 internships – 10,000 slated for 2025. Baidu's AI-focused strategy involves 21,000 internship openings and early recruitment for 2026 graduates. Home appliance manufacturer Midea complements this trend with 2,000 new graduate positions across technical and business functions.
"These hiring plans act as economic stabilizers while preparing for technological transformation," said Song Xiangqing of the China Business Economics Association. The moves align with China's national priorities in next-gen technologies, with 60% of Tencent's technical roles focused on AI development, algorithm design, and digital content systems.
LinkedIn China's Nancy Wang notes a paradigm shift: "Companies are transitioning from pure technology focus to people-centered strategies, addressing widespread AI skills anxiety through structured training programs." Baidu reports having trained 5 million AI professionals since 2020, while Meituan integrates AI tools across all operations.
As Huawei, Xiaomi, and Alibaba join the recruitment wave, industry observers highlight dual benefits: immediate job market stabilization and long-term competitiveness in global tech leadership. With generative AI reshaping industries, these talent strategies position Chinese firms at the forefront of both workforce development and technological innovation.
