JAKARTA – The Computer Engineering department of BINUS University conducted an academic visit to SMA Kristoforus 1 earlier today, running from 08:00 AM to 11:00 AM. The session featured a specialized workshop designed for a selected class of students with a specific interest in the field of Computer Engineering. Throughout the morning, the attendees demonstrated a commendable level of engagement and etiquette, actively participating in technical discussions and showcasing a strong educational foundation that aligns well with the demands of the discipline.

During the visit, several students expressed a keen interest in pursuing their higher education with BINUS, submitting applications while transparently weighing their options against other institutions offering competitive scholarship packages. In addressing these considerations, the department highlights a distinctive opportunity within the BINUS ecosystem: the availability of on-campus professional employment for students. These roles are designed to provide not only financial support—potentially offsetting the need for external scholarships—but also invaluable real-world work experience that integrates seamlessly with their academic curriculum.

As the event concluded, the interaction left a promising impression regarding the potential of these candidates. The department sincerely looks forward to the possibility of crossing paths with these students again, hopefully welcoming them back not merely as participants, but as incoming freshmen. It is our aspiration that today’s introduction serves as the foundation for a future academic journey, where they can eventually join the community and grow alongside us as the next generation of engineers.

Pursuing a career in Computer Engineering offers a stable and high-growth trajectory, supported by compelling market statistics both globally and within Indonesia. In the United States, the field is projected to grow by 7% from 2024 to 2034, outpacing the average for all occupations, with median annual salaries reaching approximately $155,020 for hardware engineers. Domestically, Indonesia’s digital economy is on track to become Southeast Asia’s largest, projected to reach $124 billion by 2025, creating a surge in demand for technical roles. Positions such as Software Engineers and DevOps specialists in Indonesia are commanding competitive monthly salaries ranging from IDR 10 million to over IDR 25 million depending on experience, with specialized roles in AI and Cloud Computing seeing even higher demand. This data underscores that Computer Engineering is not just a job, but a future-proof career path with significant economic reward and professional longevity.