Have you ever wondered if a career as a developer still makes sense now that artificial intelligence is developing so quickly? You’re not alone. The pace of change is incredible. News about AI and automation is everywhere. Yet at Moonly, we know better than anyone that people remain essential in an increasingly intelligent digital world.

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That’s why we’ve been committed for years to offering young talent plenty of practical experience. Together with Fontys University of Applied Sciences, we guide students and  young professionals as they  make their first steps in AI and software development. Whether through internships or challenging practical assignments, students at Moonly join real projects for a wide variety of companies. In this way, theory comes to life and young programmers discover where their strengths lie.

Fewer enrollments while the demand is changing 

Our partnership with Fontys was recently featured in Eindhovens Dagblad. The article showed that the number of first-year students in technical and IT programs at Fontys dropped by ten percent this year. The rapid rise of AI causes some young people to have doubts. Is pursuing a career in IT still the right choice? Will jobs soon be taken over by machines? 

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The developer role is taking on new dimensions 

During our conversation with Fontys, we shared our perspective on these developments. It is true that AI is transforming the work, as routine programming is increasingly being automated. This actually creates opportunities, because new roles are emerging as a result. The future will be less about solely technical skills. As a developer, you will no longer just be working with code. You will think along, oversee the bigger picture, and bring smart ideas together. You connect technical solutions to creative and business challenges. That makes the role more varied and more important than ever. 

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The power of people in tech

So do not let rapid technological changes discourage you. Right now, creative collaboration, critical thinking, and bringing technology to life make all the difference. Moonly continues to support interns and young professionals who are ready to reinvent their field and themselves. 

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Would you like to intern at Moonly, where AI makes work smarter but our astronauts make the difference? Check out our internship vacancies to see if your next mission is waiting for you.

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