Business View Magazine | April/May 2022

13 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 9, ISSUE 4 MARICOPA COMMUNITY COLLEGES AND INTEL TO LAUNCH NEW SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURINGWORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE Registration for Mesa Community College semiconductor technician Quick Start program opens for May enrollment T o support the growing semiconductor industry’s employment needs and welcome diverse talent into the technical workforce, Maricopa Community Colleges and Intel Corporation have announced enrollment is now open for a new semiconductor manufacturing Quick Start program at Mesa Community College (MCC). The accelerated two- week program prepares students for a rewarding career as a semiconductor technician with hands-on learning from industry experienced Intel employees as instructors. “The Industrial Technology for the Semiconductor Industry Program accelerates the attainment of industry credentials for our students – opening doors for promising in-demand careers supporting our state and national economy,” said MCC Interim President, Lori Berquam, Ph.D. “The program offers our current and future students an incredible opportunity to develop knowledge and skills.” “As a manufacturing technician at Intel, you’ll help build the future of technology, right here in Arizona. With outstanding benefits and an inclusive, diverse and exciting culture, Intel is a great place to launch your career in semiconductor manufacturing,” said Vice President of Manufacturing and Operations at Intel Corporation, Zivit Katz-Tsameret. A key focus of this program is to present new career possibilities to women, veterans and underrepresented minorities in the manufacturing industry. OPENING L INES