Expanded Collaboration Aims to Bridge Talent
Gap, Drive Innovation and Growth
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Feb. 18,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq:
SNPS) and the SEMI Foundation today announced the signing of a
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Synopsys' corporate
headquarters in Sunnyvale, Calif.
to advance workforce development within the semiconductor chip
design sector. It's predicted[1] the global industry will need to
fill over one million additional semiconductor jobs by 2030,
equivalent to 100,000 jobs annually highlighting the crucial need
for workforce development programs. Collaborations like this one
are essential to bridging the chip design talent gap and shaping
the innovators of tomorrow. Together, Synopsys and SEMI Foundation
will engage in opportunities to collaborate on education and
training programs with academic institutions and industry experts
to enhance chip design workforce development both in the United States and internationally. The two
organizations will also jointly develop specialized education and
training programs designed for K-12 students, academic
institutions, and military veterans, providing support and
resources across the talent development spectrum.
As a global silicon to systems design leader, Synopsys, through
its SARA (Synopsys Academic & Research Alliances) program, has
been an active participant in workforce development activities
worldwide. SARA empowers the workforce of tomorrow by enabling
access to cutting-edge technologies, developing shared programs,
and partnering on advanced collaborations to support universities
in building a diverse semiconductor workforce ready to invent the
technology of the future. This collaboration with the SEMI
Foundation will strengthen the pipeline of skilled talent to
benefit the global semiconductor ecosystem and align with Synopsys'
goal to be the preferred technology partner-of-choice for workforce
development.
"I have been honored to be a part of the SEMI Foundation Board
of Trustees for over five years. This partnership has been
instrumental in driving forward a shared vision for a diverse and
skilled workforce in the microelectronics sector. By leveraging our
combined expertise and resources, we aim to make a tangible impact
on the industry's ability to attract, develop, retain, and advance
an inclusive and skilled workforce," said Katy Crist, Director of Workforce Development at
Synopsys and SEMI Foundation Board of Trustees Member.
"Workforce development is critical for driving the semiconductor
industry's continued growth and innovation," said Shari Liss, Vice President, Global Workforce
Development & Initiatives at SEMI. "We are excited to announce
our strategic partnership with Synopsys to advance education and
training initiatives that engage, inform, and inspire the next
generation of high-tech talent in the
United States and abroad. Launching in 2025, our first
program will focus on training students, educators, and military
service members transitioning to civilian careers to expand
participation in the chip design sector. Through this
collaboration, the SEMI Foundation will further its mission to
foster economic opportunity and equip semiconductor companies with
the skilled talent they need to succeed."
Additional Resources
- Addressing the Semiconductor Talent Gap Q&A with
2024 SIGDA Distinguished Service Award Winner Patrick
Haspel
- SEMI Foundation Workforce Development Programs
- SEMI High Tech U
1 Deloitte, "The Global Semiconductor Talent
Shortage" Report, Deloitte website, 2022,
https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/technology/articles/global-semiconductor-talent-shortage.html
About Synopsys
Catalyzing the era of pervasive intelligence, Synopsys, Inc.
(Nasdaq: SNPS) delivers trusted and comprehensive silicon to
systems design solutions, from electronic design automation to
silicon IP and system verification and validation. We partner
closely with semiconductor and systems customers across a wide
range of industries to maximize their R&D capability and
productivity, powering innovation today that ignites the ingenuity
of tomorrow. Learn more at www.synopsys.com.
About SEMI Foundation
The SEMI Foundation's mission is to support economic opportunity
for workers and the sustained growth of the microelectronics
industry through creating pathways and opportunities for job
seekers and tools and systems for semiconductor companies to
attract, develop, retain, and advance a diverse and skilled
workforce. Visit the SEMI Foundation online to learn
more, and follow the SEMI Foundation on LinkedIn.
Editorial Contacts:
Cara Walker
Synopsys, Inc.
(650) 584-5000
corp-pr@synopsys.com
Sherrie Gutierrez
SEMI Foundation
(831) 889-3800
sgutierrez@semi.org
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