March 18, 2025
[PDS] Professional Development Seminar
—Organized by SEMI Arizona Chapter
—Collaboration with Arizona State University
This IN-PERSON seminar features an agenda that will help students meet the demands of today's high tech workforce and be successful in their careers.
Time
9:00 am - 2:00 pm MST
Location
Arizona State University
AZ
United States
SEMI Professional Development Seminar—Connecting College Students to the Semiconductor Industry
Learn about career opportunities in high tech and acquire valuable, practical information that will help you choose career directions and plan for your success.
Come learn about careers in the semiconductor industry at the SEMI Professional Development Seminar hosted by Arizona State University.
- Listen to professionals in the industry talk about their roles and find out how to prepare for jobs in the Semiconductors Industry.
- Discover semiconductor job opportunities you didn't know existed (internship and entry-level) and how you can prepare for them through job searches, interviews, resumes, and more.
- Meet with professionals and executives during our speed mentoring, mock interview, and networking sessions.
All majors are welcome! Students with a background in Engineering, Computer Science, Chemistry, Physics, Math, Data Science, and Business are strongly encouraged to attend.
- Enjoy free food, free swag, and giveaways.
- Students can come and go.
EVENT is FREE but registration is required. Register now to save your seat!
Agenda
TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2025 (Times in MST)
Check-In
Welcome & SEMI Arizona Chapter Introduction
ASU Welcome
Evolution of the Semiconductor Industry in Arizona & Opportunities with the CHIPS Act
Microelectronics Workforce Development
Semiconductors 101: A Brief History of the Semiconductor Industry
Your Career Journey in the Industry
Personal Branding + Resume Best Practices
Interview Like a Pro: Perfect Your Pitch
Students Pick Up Boxed Lunches
Ask Me Anything Panel Discussion—A Day in the Life of a Former Sun Devil
Bring your questions to the Ask Me Anything PANEL! Moderated by Francesca Domingo, EMD Electronics, panelists will discuss life as a Semiconductor engineer and their transition from Academia to the Semiconductor workforce.
Job & Internship Opportunities; SEMICON West Workforce Pavilion
Network with Exhibiting Industry Leaders
Closing Remarks
Sponsors
