October 30, 2025
SEMI Professional Development Seminar [PDS]
—A professional development seminar organized by SEMI Pacific Northwest Chapter.
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
10:00 am - 3:00 pm PDT
Location
Portland State University
1825 SW Broadway
The Smith Memorial Union Ballroom
Rooms 338/355
Portland, OR 97201
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 Portland State University. Listen to professionals in the industry talk about their roles and find out how to prepare for jobs in the Semiconductor Industry.
- ALL MAJORS WELCOME!
- Learn about career opportunities and skill sets needed in high tech
- Acquire valuable, practical information that will help you choose career directions and plan for success
- Discover semiconductor jobs you didn't know existed and how you can connect with employers in the Industry
- Learn how to optimize your resume and boost your interview skills and how to land a Job
- Attendance is free, but registration is required. Register by October 15th, 2025
Students with a background in Engineering, Computer Science, Chemistry, Physics, Math, Data Science, and Business are strongly encouraged to attend.
- Enjoy free lunch and snacks, as well as free swag and giveaways at Employer Tables.
- Students are welcome to come and go.
EVENT is FREE but registration is required. Please complete the registration form if you wish to attend and to join our mailing list for future industry programs.
Agenda
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2025 (PACIFIC TIME)
Student Check-In
Welcome & Introduction
Semiconductors 101: Industry Overview and Career Pathways
Prepare to Go Pro: Resume & Interviewing Skills
Learn tips and tricks on how to land a job in Semiconductors and Q&A.
Students Pick up Boxed Lunches
Students will think of questions to ask panelists and get lunch.
Ask Me Anything: A Day in the Life of a Semiconductor Engineer (PANEL)
Panel Discussion and Q&A
Internship & Job Opportunities
Sponsor company pitches
Networking with Semiconductor Industry Leaders
Adjourn
Registration
Attendance is free, but registration is required. Please complete the registration form if you wish to attend and to join our mailing list for future industry programs.
Sponsors
