Explore the SINC Database:
Your Gateway to Semiconductor
and Advanced Manufacturing Careers
Welcome to the SINC Database, where you can explore a comprehensive list of colleges and education providers across the United States that offer programs designed to prepare job seekers for careers in the rapidly expanding semiconductor and advanced manufacturing industries. This essential resource is organized by state, allowing you to easily navigate and find the institutions that align with your educational and career goals.
By scrolling through the drop-downs for each state, you'll discover a range of community colleges and training providers that are part of the SINC network. These institutions offer the specialized instruction and programs needed to help you begin your journey toward a Registered Apprenticeship, setting the foundation for a rewarding career in a globally significant industry. The semiconductor and advanced manufacturing sectors are not only driving innovation but also playing a critical role in the global economy, making your role as a skilled worker more important than ever.
If your educational institution is interested in joining this network and contributing to the future of the industry, please fill out our contact form to learn more.
National
Programs Offered:
Developing Workforce Strategies, Internships and Apprenticeships in Nanotechnology and Semiconductor Manufacturing
Location:
State: Nationwide (US)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Jared M. Ashcroft
Email: JMASHCROFT@pasadena.edu
Program Highlights:
The Micro Nano Technology Education Center (MNT-EC) focuses on developing workforce strategies, internships, and apprenticeships in Nanotechnology and Semiconductor Manufacturing, supporting the growth and skill development required in these cutting-edge industries.
Programs Offered:
Certified Manufacturing Associate (CMfgA)
Location:
State: Nationwide (US)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Timothy Wilson
Email: timothy.wilson@toolingu.com
Program Highlights:
Tooling U-SME offers the Certified Manufacturing Associate (CMfgA) certification, designed to validate foundational manufacturing knowledge and skills, supporting pathways into semiconductor manufacturing and related industries.
Website: https://www.msscusa.org
Website: https://www.skillsusa.org
Website: https://www.whyupskillr.com
Website: https://www.schooljoy.com
Arizona
Programs Offered:
QuickStart - Industrial Technology for Semiconductor Manufacturing
Location:
State: Arizona (AZ)
Contact Information:
Phone: 480-732-7000
Email: azami@cgc.edu
Contact Person: Max Espina-Lorenz
Program Highlights:
Chandler Gilbert Community College offers the QuickStart program in Industrial Technology, designed specifically for Semiconductor Manufacturing, helping to grow the workforce for this critical industry.
Programs Offered:
Apprenticeships in Semiconductor Manufacturing
AAS - Automated Industrial Technology
Certificate - CCL Industrial Technology for Semiconductor
Certificate - CCL Automated Industrial Technology I
Certificate - CCL Automated Industrial Technology II
QuickStart - Industrial Technology for Semiconductor Manufacturing
Location:
State: Arizona (AZ)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Ivette Rodriguez
Email: ivette.rodriguez@estrellamountain.edu
Email: askadvisor@estrellamountain.edu
Phone: (623) 935-8000
Website: Automated Industrial Technology AAS
Website: QuickStart - Industrial Technology for Semiconductor Manufacturing
Program Highlights:
Estrella Mountain Community College offers programs in Automated Industrial Technology, including apprenticeship pathways to Semiconductor Manufacturing and adjacent industries. The QuickStart program is also available for those looking to quickly enter the semiconductor manufacturing field.
Programs Offered:
Apprenticeships in Semiconductor Manufacturing
QuickStart - 2-Week Bootcamps in Semiconductor Manufacturing
Location:
State: Arizona (AZ)
Contact Information:
Program Highlights:
Maricopa Community Colleges offer Apprenticeship and QuickStart Bootcamp programs in Semiconductor Manufacturing, providing rapid and focused training to prepare students for careers in the semiconductor industry.
Programs Offered:
QuickStart - 2-Week Bootcamp in Semiconductor Manufacturing
Location:
State: Arizona (AZ)
Contact Information:
Website: Mesa Community College
Program Highlights:
Mesa Community College offers a QuickStart Bootcamp in Semiconductor Manufacturing, providing intensive training to prepare students for immediate entry into the semiconductor industry.
Programs Offered:
Establishing Pre-Apprenticeships in Semiconductor Manufacturing
2-Year High School CTE - Electronics
2-Year High School CTE - Advanced Manufacturing
2-Year High School CTE - HVAC
Location:
State: Arizona (AZ)
Contact Information:
Website: Western Maricopa Education Center
Program Highlights:
Western Maricopa Education Center offers high school CTE programs in Electronics, Advanced Manufacturing, and HVAC, including the establishment of pre-apprenticeships in Semiconductor Manufacturing to prepare students for careers in these critical industries.
Website: https://www.asu.edu
Website: https://www.gatewaycc.edu
Website: https://nau.edu
Website: https://www.semitracks.com
California
Programs Offered:
Establishing Apprenticeships in Semiconductor Manufacturing
AAS - Microelectronics Technology
Certificate - Mechatronics
Location:
State: Oregon (OR)
Contact Information:
Phone: 971-722-7621
Email: mt-advising-group@pcc.edu
Website: Microelectronics Technology Program
Program Highlights:
Portland Community College offers programs in Microelectronics Technology and Mechatronics, including apprenticeship pathways to Semiconductor Manufacturing and adjacent industries, preparing students for careers in advanced manufacturing.
Programs Offered:
AAS - Mechatronics
Certificate - Mechatronics
Location:
State: Oregon (OR)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Todd Saunders, Faculty Advisor
Email: Todd.Saunders@mhcc.edu
Website: Mechatronics Technology Program
Program Highlights:
Mt. Hood Community College offers programs in Mechatronics Technology, including pathways in Industry Automation, preparing students for careers in advanced manufacturing and related industries.
Programs Offered:
Apprenticeships in Semiconductor Manufacturing
Certificate - CA Certificate of Achievement in Semiconductor Processing Technician
Location:
State: California (CA)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Chris Allen
Email: allenchris@fhda.edu
Website: Semiconductor Processing Certificate
Program Highlights:
Foothill-De Anza Community College District offers a Certificate of Achievement in Semiconductor Processing, which includes apprenticeship pathways to careers in Semiconductor Manufacturing and adjacent industries.
Programs Offered:
Apprenticeships in Semiconductor Manufacturing
AAS - Mechatronics Technology
Technical Certificate - Mechatronics Technology
Location:
State: California (CA)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Clement Lam, Dean - Math, Science, Engineering
Phone: (408) 855-5332
Website: Mechatronics Technology Program
Program Highlights:
Mission College offers a Mechatronics Technology program, including apprenticeship pathways to Semiconductor Manufacturing and adjacent industries, equipping students with the skills needed for advanced careers in these fields.
Programs Offered:
Micro-Nanoscale Bootcamp - 1 Week Bootcamp for Semiconductor Manufacturing
Location:
State: California (CA)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Jens-Uwe Kuhn, Dean
Phone: (805) 965-0581
Email: jkuhn@sbcc.edu
Website: Santa Barbara City College
Program Highlights:
Santa Barbara City College offers a Micro-Nanoscale Bootcamp, a 1-week intensive program designed to prepare participants for careers in Semiconductor Manufacturing.
Programs Offered:
Micro-Nanoscale Bootcamp - 1 Week Bootcamp for Semiconductor Manufacturing in Partnership with SBCC
Location:
State: California (CA)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Jens-Uwe Kuhn, Dean
Phone: (805) 965-0581
Email: jkuhn@sbcc.edu
Program Highlights:
The University of California, Santa Barbara, in partnership with Santa Barbara City College (SBCC), offers a Micro-Nanoscale Bootcamp, a 1-week intensive program designed to prepare participants for careers in Semiconductor Manufacturing.
Colorado
Website: https://www.stackinfra.com
District of Columbia
Website: https://www.nexford.edu
Florida
State: Florida (FL)
Contact Information:
Phone: (386) 752-1822
Email: enroll@fgc.edu
Website: Florida Gateway College
Program Highlights:
Florida Gateway College provides educational opportunities to support the semiconductor and advanced manufacturing industries, helping students prepare for careers in these critical fields.
Programs Offered:
Certificate - Robotics and Semiconductor Technician
Location:
State: Florida (FL)
Contact Information:
Phone: 407-582-6688
Program Highlights:
Valencia College offers a Certificate in Robotics and Semiconductor Technician, providing specialized training for careers in the semiconductor and advanced manufacturing industries.
Website: https://www.cf.edu
Idaho
Programs Offered:
Idaho Microfabrication Lab and Cleanroom Facility
CAES Technical Assistance Program
Location:
State: Idaho (ID)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Pete Miranda, Director
Phone: (208) 426-5713
Email: pmiranda@boisestate.edu
Website: CAES Technical Assistance Program
Program Highlights:
Boise State University offers the Idaho Microfabrication Lab and Cleanroom facility, providing advanced resources for semiconductor education and training as part of the CAES Technical Assistance Program.
Programs Offered:
Apprenticeships in Semiconductor Manufacturing
AAS - Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Technical Certificate - Advanced Manufacturing Mechatronics
Location:
State: Idaho (ID)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Robert Novak
Email: robertnovak@cwi.edu
Program Highlights:
College of Western Idaho offers an Advanced Mechatronics Engineering Technology program, including apprenticeship pathways to Semiconductor Manufacturing and adjacent industries.
Indiana
Website: https://www.ivytech.edu
Kansas
Website: https://www.jccc.edu
Website: https://www.washburntech.edu
Maryland
Website: https://www.morgan.edu
Minnesota
Programs Offered:
AAS - Nanoscience Technology (No longer an active program)
Location:
State: Minnesota (MN)
Contact Information:
Website: Dakota County Technical College
Program Highlights:
Dakota County Technical College previously offered an AAS in Nanoscience Technology. While the program is not currently active, it contributed to the field of nanoscience education.
Programs Offered:
Apprenticeships in Semiconductor Manufacturing
AAS - Automation Robotics Engineering Technology
Technical Certificate - Automation Technologies
Location:
State: Minnesota (MN)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Jeff Thorstad
Phone: 953-995-1623
Program Highlights:
Hennepin Technical College offers an Automation Robotics Engineering Technology program, including apprenticeship pathways to Semiconductor Manufacturing and adjacent industries, equipping students with essential skills for advanced manufacturing careers.
Website: https://www.normandale.edu
New Jersey
Programs Offered:
AAS - Nanoscience Technology (No longer an active program)
Location:
State: Minnesota (MN)
Contact Information:
Website: Dakota County Technical College
Program Highlights:
Dakota County Technical College previously offered an AAS in Nanoscience Technology. While the program is not currently active, it contributed to the field of nanoscience education.
Programs Offered:
Apprenticeships in Semiconductor Manufacturing
AAS - Automation Robotics Engineering Technology
Technical Certificate - Automation Technologies
Location:
State: Minnesota (MN)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Jeff Thorstad
Phone: 953-995-1623
Program Highlights:
Hennepin Technical College offers an Automation Robotics Engineering Technology program, including apprenticeship pathways to Semiconductor Manufacturing and adjacent industries, equipping students with essential skills for advanced manufacturing careers.
Website: https://www.normandale.edu
Programs Offered:
School to Work Programs
Location:
State: New Jersey (NJ)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Dr. Allison Frazier Jackson
Email: ajackson@gcecnj.org
Phone: 908-892-4355
Website: www.gcit.org
Program Highlights:
Gloucester County Institute of Technology provides School to Work Programs designed to help students gain hands-on experience and transition into careers in advanced manufacturing and related industries.
Website: https://www.manasquanschools.org/mhs
New York
Programs Offered:
2-Year High School CTE - Electronics
2-Year High School CTE - Advanced Manufacturing
2-Year High School CTE - HVAC
Location:
State: New York (NY)
Contact Information:
Name: Diane Ogden
Email: diane.ogren@neric.org
Phone: 518-862-4816
Website: Capital Region BOCES CTE Programs
Program Highlights:
Capital Region BOCES offers High School CTE Pre-Apprenticeships that lead to gateway apprenticeships in Semiconductor Manufacturing and adjacent industries.
Programs Offered:
Career Pathway - Advanced Manufacturing
Location:
State: New York (NY)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Workforce Solutions - Rick Hill
Email: workforce@flcc.edu
Phone: (585) 785-1670
Website: Foundations in Advanced Manufacturing
Program Highlights:
Finger Lakes Community College offers a Career Pathway in Advanced Manufacturing, designed to prepare students for careers in the growing field of advanced manufacturing, including opportunities in semiconductor manufacturing.
Programs Offered:
AAS - Electrical Technology
Certificate - Automated Systems/Mechatronics
Location:
State: New York (NY)
Contact Information:
Contact Persons:
Jeremy Spraggs: Jeremy.Spraggs@fmcc.suny.edu
Roger Young: ryoung@fmcc.edu
Website: AAS - Electrical Technology
Program Highlights:
Fulton-Montgomery Community College offers programs in Electrical Technology and Automated Systems/Mechatronics, preparing students for careers in advanced manufacturing and related fields.
Programs Offered:
Apprenticeships in Semiconductor Manufacturing
AOS - Mechatronics
Technical Certificate - Mechatronics
Location:
State: New York (NY)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Hector M. Rodriguez, Ph.D., P.E.
Phone: (518) 629-7149
Email: h.rodriguez@hvcc.edu
Website: Mechatronics Technology Program
Program Highlights:
Hudson Valley Community College offers a Mechatronics Technology program, including apprenticeship pathways to Semiconductor Manufacturing and adjacent industries, preparing students for advanced careers in these fields.
Programs Offered:
Apprenticeships in Semiconductor Manufacturing
AAS - Electrical Engineering Technology
AAS - Mechanical Engineering Technology
AAS - Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology
Certificate - Mechatronics
Location:
State: New York (NY)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Franca Armstrong, Executive Director, Apprenticeship Programs
Email: farmstrong@mvcc.edu
Phone: 315-794-7670
Website: Mechatronics Certificate
Program Highlights:
Mohawk Valley Community College (MVCC) offers a variety of programs in Semiconductor and Electrical Engineering Technology, including apprenticeship pathways to Semiconductor Manufacturing and adjacent industries, providing students with hands-on experience and the skills needed for advanced careers.
Programs Offered:
AAS - Electrical Engineering Technology
AAS - Mechanical Technology
Certificate - Mechatronics
Certificate - Electronics
Location:
State: New York (NY)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Dino J. Laury, Dean of Career Technical Education
Email: dlaury@monroecc.edu
Program Highlights:
Monroe Community College offers programs in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Technology, Mechatronics, and Electronics, including apprenticeship pathways to Manufacturing and adjacent industries, equipping students with the technical skills needed for careers in these fields.
Programs Offered:
Apprenticeships in Semiconductor Manufacturing
BS - Nanoscale Engineering
Location:
State: New York (NY)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Capri Ohara
Email: COhara@ny-creates.org
Website: BS - Nanoscale Engineering Program
Program Highlights:
NY CREATES offers apprenticeship pathways to Semiconductor Engineering, including the Vet S.T.E.P. (Semiconductor Training and Experience Program), supporting veterans and others in entering the semiconductor industry through specialized training and apprenticeships.
Website: https://www.medinacsd.org
Website: https://www.mohonasen.org/mohonasen-hs/
Website: https://www.sunypoly.edu
Website: https://www.sunywcc.edu
Website: https://www.wswheboces.org
North Carolina
Programs Offered:
AAS - Industrial Systems Technology
AAS - Electrical Systems Technology
Certificate - Mechanical Maintenance
Location:
State: North Carolina (NC)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Darius Wilkins
Email: wilkinsd@faytechcc.edu
Website: Industrial Systems Technology
Program Highlights:
Fayetteville Technical Community College offers programs in Industrial Systems and Electrical Systems Technology, along with a Certificate in Mechanical Maintenance, to prepare students for careers in industrial and electrical systems, including opportunities in semiconductor manufacturing and related fields.
Website: https://www.waketech.edu
Ohio
Programs Offered:
AAS - Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology
AAS - Electronic Engineering Technology
AAS - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Certificate - CNC Engineering Technician
Certificate - Computer Aided Drafting Technician
Certificate - Manufacturing Engineering Technician
Certificate - Manufacturing Equipment Technician
Certificate - Semiconductor Fundamentals
Location:
State: Ohio (OH)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Scot McLemore
Email: smclemore3@cscc.edu
Program Highlights:
Columbus State Community College offers a variety of engineering technology programs, including a Semiconductor Fundamentals Certificate, designed to prepare students for careers in the semiconductor and advanced manufacturing industries.
Website: https://www.ohio.edu
Website: https://www.lorainccc.edu
Website: https://www.lcjvs.com
Oregon
Programs Offered:
Establishing Apprenticeships in Semiconductor Manufacturing
AAS - Microelectronics Technology
Certificate - Mechatronics
Location:
State: Oregon (OR)
Contact Information:
Phone: 971-722-7621
Email: mt-advising-group@pcc.edu
Website: Microelectronics Technology Program
Program Highlights:
Portland Community College offers programs in Microelectronics Technology and Mechatronics, including apprenticeship pathways to Semiconductor Manufacturing and adjacent industries, preparing students for careers in advanced manufacturing.
Programs Offered:
AAS - Mechatronics
Certificate - Mechatronics
Location:
State: Oregon (OR)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Todd Saunders, Faculty Advisor
Email: Todd.Saunders@mhcc.edu
Website: Mechatronics Technology Program
Program Highlights:
Mt. Hood Community College offers programs in Mechatronics Technology, including pathways in Industry Automation, preparing students for careers in advanced manufacturing and related industries.
Texas
Programs Offered:
Apprenticeships in Semiconductor Manufacturing
Semiconductor Manufacturing Specialization
AAS-Manufacturing, Automation, and Robotics Technology Specialization
AAS-Manufacturing Technology-Adv Mfg Specialization
AAS-Manufacturing Technology – Medical Devices Technology Specialization
Certificate-Manufacturing Tech-Adv Mfg Specialization Level 1
Occupation Award-Manufacturing Tech-Advanced Manufacturing
Location:
State: Texas (TX)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Laura Marmolejo
Phone: 512-223-0131
Email: lmarmole@austincc.edu
Program Highlights:
Austin Community College supports the AMAT Assembler Apprenticeship, offering multiple pathways to the semiconductor industry. The college provides Associate Degrees in Advanced Manufacturing and various certifications, preparing students for successful careers in semiconductor manufacturing and related fields.
Website: https://www.yisd.net
Virginia
Programs Offered:
Apprenticeships in Semiconductor Manufacturing
AAS - Engineering Technology
Certificate - Engineering Technology
Location:
State: Virginia (VA)
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Paula J. Ford, Dean of IET
Email: paula.ford@nvcc.edu
Website: Engineering Technology Programs
Program Highlights:
Northern Virginia Community College offers Engineering Technology programs, including apprenticeship pathways to Semiconductor Manufacturing and adjacent industries, equipping students with essential skills for careers in advanced manufacturing.
Website: https://www.pvcc.edu
Wisconsin
Website: https://madisoncollege.edu
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Connecting Education to Industry Needs
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