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NNME Career Lab: Phoenix

November 2 @ 9:00 am - 3:30 pm MST
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See What's Possible. Meet Who's Hiring. Find Your Path.

Your future in microelectronics starts here.

Join us for NNME Career Lab, the National Network for Microelectronics Education's career exploration experience that brings the semiconductor industry directly to students and jobseekers. Spend the day meeting industry professionals, exploring in-demand careers, connecting with leading local employers, and discovering the education and training pathways that can turn your interests into a future in technology.

Plus, take part in SEMI Professional Development Seminars designed to give you practical insights into the semiconductor industry, career pathways, and the skills and knowledge that can help you plan your future.

Students, educators, and schools are invited to attend! Registration is required.

Get Career Lab Ready with ChipPath™

Make the most of your NNME Career Lab experience by creating your free ChipPath™ profile before the event!

ChipPath™ connects you to semiconductor and microelectronics career opportunities, education and training programs, and tools to help you prepare for your next step. At Career Lab, you'll use ChipPath™ to explore career pathways, strengthen your resume, and connect what you learn throughout the day to real opportunities.

Create your free ChipPath™ profile before November 2 and arrive ready to explore.

Event Agenda

Build your own Career Lab experience. Throughout the day, explore the Microelectronics Showcase, join interactive industry sessions, hear directly from semiconductor professionals, and get hands-on career support through ChipPath™.

9:00 – 9:45 AM MST

  • Check-In Registration

9:45 – 10:00 AM MST

  • Opening Remarks

10:00 – 10:45 AM MST

  • Microelectronics Showcase: Booths, demos & networking
  • Semiconductor Industry 101: What We Build & Why It Matters
  • Day in the Life Theater: Process Engineer
  • ChipPath™ Career Zone: Resume Workshop & Industry Resume Review

11:00 – 11:45 AM MST

  • Microelectronics Showcase: Booths, demos & networking
  • Inside Arizona’s Semiconductor Industry: The Fab, Supply Chain & Career Opportunities
  • Day in the Life Theater: Equipment Engineer & Technician
  • ChipPath™ Career Zone: Resume Workshop & Industry Resume Review

12:00 – 12:45 PM MST

  • Lunch + Networking in the Microelectronics Showcase

1:00 – 1:45 PM MST

  • Microelectronics Showcase: Booths, demos & networking
  • Find Your Path: Roles & Careers Across the Semiconductor Industry
  • Day in the Life: R&D & Materials Science
  • ChipPath™ Career Zone: Resume Workshop & Industry Resume Review

2:00 – 2:45 PM MST

  • Microelectronics Showcase: Booths, demos & networking
  • What’s Next in Semiconductors: AI, Advanced Packaging & U.S. Manufacturing
  • Day in the Life: Business, Sales & Marketing
  • ChipPath™ Career Zone: Resume Workshop & Industry Resume Review

3:00 – 3:30 PM MST

  • Closing Celebration + Scholarship Recognition

Microelectronics Showcase Open Throughout the Day

Meet semiconductor companies, explore technology and demonstrations, talk directly with industry professionals, and learn about career opportunities across Arizona’s growing semiconductor ecosystem. *Agenda subject to change.

This event is presented by the National Network for Microelectronics Education (NNME) in collaboration with the SEMI Foundation, SEMI Arizona Chapter, Arizona State University, Arizona Commerce Authority, and regional education and industry partners.

Special thanks to our sponsors:

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