Jensen Huang says that while many young people are focused on coding, the real upcoming job boom will be in skilled trades — especially electricians, plumbers, carpenters, and other technical crafts.
Why These Jobs Are in Huge Demand
Massive global expansion of AI data centres, chip factories, and advanced manufacturing facilities.
All of this infrastructure needs human-skilled labour — wiring, cooling, plumbing, construction, and ongoing maintenance.
Huang says we will need hundreds of thousands of skilled tradespeople to meet the demand.
What It Means for Gen Z
You don’t need a university degree to earn well.
Skilled trades can offer stable careers with six-figure salaries (US dollars in high-demand regions).
Huang believes this segment of the economy will “double and double every year” as infrastructure grows.
Why the Boom Is Happening
AI systems need huge physical infrastructure — electrical power, cooling systems, cabling, structural work, installation, and maintenance.
These tasks cannot be automated easily, making tradespeople essential.
Tech growth = more buildings, more data centres, more factories → more trades required.
Key Takeaways
Skilled trades are becoming one of the most secure and valuable career paths.
There’s a shift away from “everyone must learn to code” towards hands-on, high-skill technical professions.
Global shortages mean stronger wages, better job security, and long-term demand.