Community colleges expand semiconductor training
Associated Press ·
Community colleges in Arizona are offering a free, three-month semiconductor crash course that leads to interviews with major tech companies. The program aims to address a looming labor shortage in the semiconductor industry. Experts warn that the U.S. could face a shortage of 157,000 engineers and technicians by 2030. Arizona, a major hub for semiconductor investment, could face a gap of over 10,000 workers. The program, which includes hands-on training, is part of a broader effort nationwide to quickly funnel high-schoolers, college students, and career changers into semiconductor jobs.