Vet S.T.E.P. (Semiconductor Training & Experience Program) Handson training &

Vet S.T.E.P. (https://ny-creates.org/vetstep/) will provide servicemembers with access to hands on training, exposure to industry terminology and concepts prior to an immersive internship experience in a state of the art microelectronics manufacturing facility. The training was developed in conjunction with industry by assessing the Knowledge, Skill or Ability (KSA) needed for an equipment support technician or tool technician position. Topics introduced in the training include: Advanced Manufacturing and Semiconductor Manufacturing Practices, Pneumatics Technology, Basic Electronics & Programmable Logic Controllers, Vacuum Technology, Sensors and Mechatronics Diagnostic/Troubleshooting. Once accepted into the program, the candidate will choose from a variety of companies for their internship home. All of the companies are familiar with the training and consider it invaluable preparation for a productive, positive internship experience.

ABOUT THE JOB

Manufacturing Technicians, Field Service Technicians, Equipment Technicians, Automation Technicians, Industrial Facilities Technicians

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Hands on training in advanced manufacturing and semiconductor manufacturing practices
• Learning and applying knowledge in pneumatics technology, basic electronics, programmable logic controllers, vacuum technology, sensors, and mechatronics diagnostic/troubleshooting

QUALIFICATIONS

• Electrical and mechanical skills preferred
• Interest and capability in tinkering and troubleshooting

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY

Electrical and Mechanical skills preferred. Tinkerers wanted.

TARGET MOCS

All MOCs

ELIGIBLE SERVICE BRANCHES

All Services

BENEFITS

• Access to immersive internship experience in a state of the art microelectronics manufacturing facility
• Training developed in conjunction with industry, tailored to the roles of equipment support technician or tool technician
• Opportunity to choose from a variety of companies for internship

PROGRAM COST

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To address America’s microchip shortage, the microelectronics industry is ramping up production. CHIPS ACT (http://tinyurl.com/CHIPS-ACT) There will be a strong demand for technicians to work in the highly automated facilities. This program prepares technicians to work in the whole semiconductor ecosystem from fabs (where the chips are made) to equipment makers and materials suppliers. All three groups have companies partnering in this program to provide internship experiences. No cost to participate. Copy and paste this link into your browser to be sent more information on this great opportunity to join the growing semiconductor industry. https://forms.gle/hnSMSzMDAqvXQR5J7 or email me directly!