Recently, TSMC announced new openings for the positions of 'Technician/Engineering Technician (Language Specialist),' offering a total of four roles. Applicants need only a high school or vocational school education and do not require a background in relevant fields. Those who meet German or English certification standards can apply online.

Successful candidates will undergo 1 to 2 years of training in Taiwan before being assigned to overseas factories for at least two years. The job requirements include a high school (vocational) diploma, with no specific subject required; German specialists require at least B1 certification, while English specialists need a TOEIC score of 660 or higher. The role also calls for attention to detail, team communication skills, self-learning ability, and logical thinking skills, along with basic proficiency in Office applications. No prior experience is required, but relevant experience is preferred.

The technicians and engineering technicians with German language expertise will assist in local manpower training and language communication in overseas plant operations. The work follows a four-shift schedule, with a monthly salary of approximately NT$32,000 for day shifts and NT$43,000 for night shifts, along with bonuses and language-related incentives, leading to an average annual salary of over NT$750,000. The news has stirred online discussions, with netizens expressing sentiments like 'there's hope for humanities majors' and 'Taiwanese manpower is highly valuable.'