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Update 08OCT: Talking Technicians Latest Podcast Episode Drops…
Click the Play button (to right) in the embedded 30-second Soundbite of Emily explaining her White House experience. Full episode is here.
The SEMI Foundation Newsletter is packed this month.
Here’s my fast summary: The “Chips & Childcare” initiative helps employers in Arizona, Ohio, and Michigan develop childcare plans, offering free support to assess needs and access state and federal programs. The “Micro:Bit Competition” encourages Arizona high school students to create innovative projects using Microtechnology, promoting STEM skills and teamwork. For “National Apprenticeship Week,” SEMI Foundation will host an in-person event in Phoenix, showcasing the benefits of Registered Apprenticeships and fostering connections between industry leaders and workforce partners.
Read all about it here on the SEMI Foundation newsletter.
Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory — Interviewing for Internships workshop
Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) will be hosting a virtual workshop, “Interviewing for Internships!”, specifically designed to help you succeed in interviews for STEM internships. This exclusive session will be led by Dr. Jeanita Pritchett-Clay, PhD, Chief Scientific Diversity Officer at NCATS/NIH, and will focus on providing actionable tips and strategies for STEM students—especially those in Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, and Mathematics.
This workshop is part of PPPL’s ongoing commitment to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) within the STEM community. As such, it is entirely free of charge and open to students we’ve met at conferences and universities.
Workshop Details:
- Topic: Interviewing for Internships
- Presenter: Dr. Jeanita Pritchett-Clay, PhD, Chief Scientific Diversity Officer at NCATS/NIH
- Format: Virtual session
Reserve Your Spot: Register Here
Spaces are limited, so be sure to secure your spot as soon as possible.
If you have any questions please contact us directly at deia@pppl.gov
Madison College Electronic & Electrical Engineering Technology Programs get boost from $4.6M federal grant
Madison College’s Electronic and Electrical Engineering Technology programs have received a major boost from a $4.6 million federal grant, enabling the creation of new training opportunities in advanced electronic manufacturing. The grant, part of the NSF ATE program, supports the Educational Alliance for Semiconductor Experiential Learning (EASEL), a partnership with the State University of New York and NY Creates. For more information on the grants, training opportunities, or to discuss the strategic goals of
this work, please contact Grant Emmel (gemmel@madisoncollege.edu).
"In partnership with the State University of New York and NY Creates (https://ny-creates.org), and supported by a four-year, $4.6 million National Science Foundation Advanced Technology Education (NSF ATE) federal grant, the Educational Alliance for Semiconductor Experiential Learning (EASEL) will offer Madison College electronic and electrical engineering students a unique opportunity to participate in a summer internship program in New York. This program includes housing, a meal plan, and a stipend, and provides hands-on training in integrated circuit manufacturing. With a $400,000 grant funding portion, 120 scholarships will be awarded at Madison College (600 nationwide), with a focus on supporting underrepresented populations while making the opportunity available to anyone with an interest in the semiconductor field." -- from Madison College press release
>>> Read the full release via the PDF reader below or download it.
Unlock Your Future in Vacuum Technology at Normandale!
Normandale Community College is offering two late-start Vacuum Technology (VACT) courses this fall semester 2024, perfect for anyone looking to dive into this growing industry. You can read more a bit more at our LinkedIn post. >>> Contact Nancy Louwagie or Tim Lapanne emails you can modify below. And you can read the PDF for detailed instructions.
Nancy.Louwagie -at – normandale.edu or Timothy.Lapanne -at- normandale.edu