Come build the future
Semiconductor Advanced Manufacturing Upskilling (SAMU) is an accelerated training boot camp offering a new solution. Created by the industry, for the industry.
The opportunity
The semiconductor industry is at the center of a high-stakes race” - McKinsey & Company
August 15, 2023
Semiconductor Skills Shortage May Escalate to ‘Crisis’ by 2030
Although the semiconductor industry is historically one of the most lucrative and fast-paced industries in the world, it now faces an unprecedented challenge.
August 1, 2023
Large Unfilled Need in Semiconductor Workforce
SAMU will help close the gap in semiconductor technician jobs, a need expected to be 26,400 technicians by 2030.
About SAMU
A world class semiconductor manufacturing workforce. Made in the USA.
Location
Operating in the heart of Silicon Forest
14150 SW Karl Braun Dr, Beaverton, OR 97007
From theory to practice
Trained in both theory and in practice
Hands-on training
12,000-square-foot, operating ballroom-style fab.
First cohort complete
SAMU has successfully completed a first cohort of seven trainees. These trainees have exceeded expectations on their teams and are all high-level contributors immediately following completion
Testimonials
SAMU graduates have exceeded expectations, coming into the workforce with a very short time to contribution. They are engaged and excited about their work and have integrated into our teams extremely well. SAMU is a premier upskilling program for the Semiconductor Equipment Technician population and look forward to future graduating classes.
- Ryan Bestwick, Director, Equipment Engineering - Global Operations & Technology, Analog Devices, Inc
See our operating space
ASML PAS5500 Stepper/Scanner
Soldering workbenches
LAM Rainbow 4500B Etcher