AI and Job Uncertainty Push Students Toward Startups

Many engineering students usually hope to get jobs through campus placements.

Now, some are thinking about starting companies instead.

This is partly because entry-level technology jobs have become less certain.

AI tools can help a small group write code, research ideas and build products.

That means students may not need a large team or a lot of money to try an idea.

Colleges are offering more funding, mentors and incubators to help them.

Some programmes even give selected students investment money.

Students are also interested in areas such as AI, robotics, space technology and biotech.

People interviewed say that failure is becoming more acceptable, which can make students more willing to take risks.