BRUSSELS, Belgium – March 31, 2025 – The European Chips Skills Academy (ECSA), an EU-funded project coordinated by SEMI Europe, in collaboration with industry partners AENEAS, EPoSS, and INSIDE, has announced the launch of the ECS Summer School 2025. The five-day event themed 'Fascinating Electronics for a Cool World’ is designed to inspire and attract new talent to Europe's electronic components and systems sector. This year’s session will take place at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics in Hungary from August 24-29, 2025.
The program will feature interactive workshops, expert-led discussions, networking sessions, and practical insights into cutting-edge microelectronics and semiconductor technologies. Students enrolled in STEM-related fields from universities across the EU or associated countries are invited to apply until 30 April 2025.
"Initiatives like the ECS Summer School are crucial for inspiring and nurturing the next generation of talent fueling the talent pipeline," said Laith Altimime, President of SEMI Europe.
By engaging directly with leading experts, students will acquire skills and insights essential for their future roles in Europe's rapidly evolving technology landscape.
"The ECS Summer School is an excellent gateway for students to gain practical knowledge and establish valuable industry connections,” said Patrick Cogez, Technical Director at AENEAS and lead partner in ECSA for the organisation of the Summer School.
Applications are now open to STEM students enrolled at universities in the EU and associated countries who have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies and have at least one more year of study ahead. The ECS Summer School 2025 is entirely free for selected participants, with applications closing on 30 April 2025 at 17:00 CET.
For additional details and to apply, visit: https://chipsacademy.eu/summer-school-2025.
To learn more about last year’s edition of the ECS Summer School, visit: https://chipsacademy.eu/summer-school/.
About SEMI
SEMI® is the global industry association connecting over 3,000 member companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member collaboration on solutions to top industry challenges through Advocacy, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management, and other programs. Our SEMICON® expositions and events, technology communities, standards, and market intelligence help advance our members’ business growth and innovations in design, devices, equipment, materials, services, and software, enabling smarter, faster, more secure electronics. Visit www.semi.org, contact a regional office, and connect with SEMI on LinkedIn and X to learn more.
About ECSA
Launched in October 2023, the European Chips Skills Academy (ECSA) addresses skills shortages across Europe's semiconductor sector. The initiative collaborates closely with industry, academia, and policymakers to upskill, reskill, and attract new talent to the semiconductor workforce, supporting Europe's digital transition and sustainable growth. Visit https://chipsacademy.eu and connect with ECSA on LinkedIn and Instagram to learn more.
About AENEAS
AENEAS, a not-for-profit industry association, aims to enhance the competitiveness of European industries in Electronic Components and Systems (ECS). It allows to influence RD&I policies, facilitates access to funding and offers networking opportunities. With over 550 members, it represents the full ECS value chain. Governed by a 20-member board from major companies, SMEs, and research centres, AENEAS advocates for the sector at the top European level. As a partner of the Chips Joint Undertaking, AENEAS represents the interest of its members in this tri-partite partnership between Industry, the European Commission and the participating states. AENEAS contributes to shaping and co-defining the Electronic Components and Systems Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda (ECS-SRIA). AENEAS stimulates and supports collaborative innovation to meet societal and economic challenges in a sustainable way. AENEAS is also operating the EUREKA funded programmes Xecs, PENTA and Euripides².
More information: https://aeneas-office.org
Contact Information:
Jatin Mendiratta / SEMI Europe
Phone: +49 160 402 8899
Email: [email protected]
Samer Bahou / SEMI Corporate
Phone: +1 408 943 7870
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