On Monday, November 19, 2024, Governor Katie Hobbs, Mayor Gallego, and Chancellor Steven Gonzales join President Rose Castanares in launching TSMC’s new apprenticeship programs.

TSMC Arizona is paving new pathways into the semiconductor industry by expanding its Registered Semiconductor Technician Apprenticeship program, creating fresh job opportunities for Arizonans. Announced during National Apprenticeship Week, TSMC Arizona President Rose Castaneres unveiled this workforce initiative alongside Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs and Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego. The event also celebrated the first cohort of Facilities Technician Apprentices, who are now eight months into their program.

TSMC Arizona was also joined by education leaders to announce these new programs:
- Equipment Technician Apprenticeships, supported with in-classroom learning at Estrella Mountain Community College (part of Maricopa Community Colleges).
- Process Technician Apprenticeships, supported with curriculum through Northern Arizona University and Rio Salado College.
- An Intensive Program for Manufacturing Specialists, with training offered through Grand Canyon University and West-MEC.
- Additional Facilities Technician Apprenticeships, with continued in-classroom learning at Estrella Mountain Community College.

TSMC Arizona is investing more than $5M representing on-the-job training hours and education tuition support for its nearly 130 new apprentice employees. The program is also supported by sponsorship and funding from the City of Phoenix and the Arizona Commerce Authority.

To learn more about this program, and all open jobs at TSMC Arizona – visit: https://lnkd.in/eFwkEycV

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