According to a new study conducted by the Federation of Commerce of Goods, Services, and Tourism of the State of São Paulo (FecomercioSP), to assess the trajectory of formal employment and the impact of socioeconomic and technological transformations, the job market for professions related to the Technology sector grew by up to 740% in Brazil between 2012 and 2022. In the opposite direction, other occupations — some related to administrative, financial, and customer service activities, for example — showed a decline of more than 80% in the number of jobs during the same period.
Despite this potential, the lack of qualified professionals remains a challenge. It is in this context that robotics courses have stood out as a solution to empower future generations.
According to Marco Giroto, founder of SuperGeeks, the increase in demand for robotics courses reflects a clear market need: “We are experiencing a technological transformation that increasingly demands professionals capable of creating and operating innovative solutions. Robotics is not just a technical area, but a set of skills that develop abilities such as logic, problem-solving and critical thinking.”
These skills have proven essential in preparing young people for future careers. Robotics courses combine hands-on and theoretical learning, introducing concepts of programming, artificial intelligence, automation, and the use of tools such as Arduino boards, sensors, and 3D modeling platforms. Furthermore, many specialized schools are adapting their curricula to meet the growing demand for qualified professionals.
Although the forecast for the sector is optimistic, Brazil still faces a significant gap in the training of technology professionals. Brasscom indicates that, of the nearly 700,000 job openings expected by 2025, a large portion may remain unfilled due to a lack of qualified labor. This discrepancy between supply and demand makes robotics courses an essential path for young people and adults interested in standing out in a highly competitive market.
“In addition to filling gaps in the job market, robotics has the power to inspire students to see new possibilities. Often, they arrive at the course without imagining how much they can achieve and leave with projects that transform their own lives and communities,” says Giroto.
The increase in demand for robotics courses also reflects changes in the understanding of how to prepare the next generations. Educational institutions and companies have invested in foundational training, offering courses aimed at children and adolescents. In addition to being a competitive advantage, these technical skills spark interest in fields such as engineering, computer science, and artificial intelligence.
“Robotics goes beyond machines; it prepares people for a more connected future full of possibilities. Every day I witness how this technology can not only transform industries, but also open up career paths that previously seemed distant,” says William Adriano de Andrade de Almeida, a specialist in robot programming and industrial automation.
The benefits of robotics courses go beyond the job market. They also promote socio-emotional skills, such as creativity, teamwork, and the ability to solve complex problems. These skills have been valued not only in technological careers but also in various fields of knowledge.
As technology advances and becomes an integral part of daily life, robotics courses emerge as a trend that is here to stay. With the forecast of continuous market growth and the urgent need to fill qualified positions, the time is ideal to invest in training young talents.
By preparing new generations for an increasingly technological job market, robotics not only meets a professional demand, but also inspires future engineers, programmers and scientists to transform the world with innovation and creativity.
Giroto reinforces: “Robotics is a bridge between the present and the future. By learning programming and automation concepts from an early age, young people develop a solid foundation to face the challenges of a world in constant transformation.”
