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Offers Skills Development Resources and Career Opportunities for European Semiconductor Workforce<\/p>\n

<\/b>The European Chips Skills Academy<\/a> (ECSA), an European Union (EU)-funded initiative coordinated by SEMI Europe, today announced the official launch of its ECSA Learning Platform<\/a>, a new digital hub with a full suite of training courses designed to support the development of semiconductor skills across Europe. With over 60 introductory to intermediate lessons, the platform brings together learning resources, collaboration spaces, and career opportunities to help students, researchers, and professionals build expertise in microelectronics and connect with the broader semiconductor ecosystem. <\/p>\n

Developed with input from industry and academic partners, the platform features a Knowledge Hub with curated learning materials and courses, community spaces for collaboration, and a marketplace for jobs and internships within the semiconductor value chain<\/b>. Integrated learning analytics allow students to track their progress and support continuous professional development. All courses provided by ECSA partners are made entirely free for learners, supporting equal access to opportunity across Europe. <\/p>\n

\u201cThe launch of the ECSA Platform marks an important milestone in our mission to strengthen Europe\u2019s semiconductor skills ecosystem and grow our workforce,\u201d said Christopher Frieling, Director, Advocacy and Public Policy, SEMI Europe. \u201cBy bringing together education, industry insights, and career opportunities in one place, the platform helps connect talent with the skills and opportunities needed to support the future of Europe\u2019s semiconductor industry.\u201d<\/p>\n

The platform is now open to students, educators, researchers, and professionals interested in exploring learning opportunities and careers within the semiconductor ecosystem. For companies and educators interested in listing employment opportunities or educational content on the ECSA Platform, please contact Victoria Cummings at vcummings@semi.org<\/a>. <\/p>\n

Explore the platform:<\/b> https:\/\/learn.chipsacademy.eu\/<\/a> <\/p>\n

About SEMI<\/h3>\n

SEMI\u00ae is the global industry association connecting over 3,000 member companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member collaboration on solutions to top industry challenges through Advocacy, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management, and other programs. Our SEMICON\u00ae expositions and events, technology communities, standards, and market intelligence help advance our members\u2019 business growth and innovations in design, devices, equipment, materials, services, and software, enabling smarter, faster, more secure electronics. Visit www.semi.org<\/a>, contact a regional office, and connect with SEMI on LinkedIn to learn more.<\/p>\n

About ECSA<\/h3>\n

Launched in October 2023, the European Chips Skills Academy (ECSA) addresses skills shortages across Europe’s semiconductor sector. The initiative collaborates closely with industry, academia, and policymakers to upskill, reskill, and attract new talent to the semiconductor workforce, supporting Europe’s digital transition and sustainable growth. Visit https:\/\/chipsacademy.eu<\/a> and connect with ECSA on LinkedIn and Instagram to learn more.<\/p>\n

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Further Links<\/h3>\n

\ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/www.semi.org<\/a>  
\ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/chipsacademy.eu\/<\/a> 
\ud83d\udc49 ECSA Learning Platform<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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