ChipIn! The Semiconductor Industry Needs you!

Wednesday, July 10, 2024

10:30am – 4:30pm PDT

Location: Workforce Development Pavilion Stage – North Hall

Interested in pursuing a career in semiconductors? By 2030, analysts estimate that one million additional skilled workers will be needed to meet industry demand. It's time for you to ChipIn! This session will provide engaging presentations, leadership opportunities and interactive activities to discover a rewarding career in microelectronics.

Presentations:

10:30am – 10:55am PDT

A Day in the Life
Speaker (WFD): Najwa Khazal – Edwards
Speaker (WFD): Karen Tichenor, PhD – Energetiq
Speaker (WFD): Nathan C. Mascarenhas – Nikon Precision Inc.
11:00am – 11:55am PDT

Strengthening the Talent Pipeline: The Effectiveness of Rotational Programs
Speaker (WFD): Francesca Domingo – EMD Electronics
Speaker (WFD): Anjli Patel – EMD Electronics
12:00pm – 12:25pm PDT

Resume Building + Interviewing Skills
Speaker (WFD): Abigail Robertson – Micron Technology
Speaker (WFD): Natalie Newell – Micron Technology
1:30pm – 2:25pm PDT

Tips for Building a Successful Career – What Isn't Taught in School
Speaker (WFD): KT Moore – Cadence
2:30pm – 3:25pm PDT

SEMI Career Site: Navigating to Your Future
Speaker (WFD): Melinda Gomez – SEMI Foundation
Speaker (WFD): Diwata May – Entegris
3:30pm – 4:30pm PDT

Flash Mentoring – Ask an Expert