MILPITAS, Calif. – The SEMI Foundation will be featured in an upcoming episode of Now We Know! with Steve Guttenberg, airing Saturday, August 8, at 11:00 a.m. ET on CNBC. The segment highlights how the SEMI Foundation is helping build the workforce needed to support the continued growth of the microelectronics and semiconductor industry.
As the workforce development arm of SEMI, the SEMI Foundation works with industry, education, government, and workforce partners to expand awareness of semiconductor careers and create pathways into high-demand technical occupations. The feature showcases the Foundation's efforts to strengthen the talent pipeline through career exploration, registered apprenticeships, industry-aligned training, and programs that prepare learners and workers for careers in microelectronics.
The segment also explores the growing importance of semiconductor manufacturing to the technologies that power everyday life and the nation's economic competitiveness. Viewers will gain insight into how collaboration across industry, education, and workforce systems is helping address one of the industry's most pressing challenges: developing a highly skilled workforce to meet increasing demand.
"We're excited to share the story of the people, partnerships, and programs helping prepare the next generation of the microelectronics workforce," said Shari Liss, Vice President of Global Workforce Development and Initiatives. "Building a strong talent pipeline requires collaboration across the entire ecosystem, and we're proud to work alongside our partners to expand opportunity while supporting one of the world's most critical industries."
"The semiconductor industry is transforming the world, but its future depends on people," said Michelle Williams, Executive Director. "Every day, we're working alongside employers, educators, and public partners to create meaningful pathways into careers that strengthen our workforce and our economy. We're honored to share that story with a national audience and help more people see the incredible opportunities that exist in microelectronics."
The episode offers viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the innovation, education, and workforce strategies driving the future of semiconductor manufacturing while highlighting the essential role talent development plays in sustaining industry growth.
About Now We Know!
Hosted by actor, author, and businessman Steve Guttenberg, Now We Know! explores the innovations, technologies, and industries shaping the world around us. Each episode features industry experts who provide viewers with an inside look at the people, ideas, and advancements driving progress across a wide range of fields.
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