SEMICON Europa 2023 is set to bring together industry experts and leaders November 14–17 at Messe München in Munich, Germany, with a greater focus on emerging talents in the microelectronics sector. The event will feature keynotes and executives from the electronics design and manufacturing ecosystem, academia and government.
From sessions that are specifically geared towards recruiting new talent to the chance to connect with initiatives that support young professionals entering the industry, such as SEMI University, the event will open up new opportunities for the younger generation looking to break into the semiconductor industry.
“The number of open vacancies in the semiconductor sector in Europe is growing rapidly,” said Laith Altimime, president of SEMI Europe. “Experts at SEMICON Europa will highlight initiatives such as the Pact for Skills and METIS4Skills to bridge the skills gap in the industry to enhance Europe’s competitiveness.”
Themed Cultivating the Workforce of Tomorrow, the Future of Work session will delve into the significance of inclusive leadership in nurturing a diverse and sustainable workforce. This session will also address pressing industry issues, such as the global talent shortage and the critical need to develop the industry leaders of tomorrow while onboarding new talent. Younger attendees will have the opportunity to leverage a networking event to build meaningful connections and advance their careers within the semiconductor industry.
The 20 Under 30 recognition program will also be announced at the event. This award honors the industry’s brightest young leaders who have demonstrated success in their careers in the microelectronics supply chain – Engineering, Sales/Marketing and R&D positions. We are looking for rising stars who are making a significant difference in the industry and have shown outstanding leadership qualities, a commitment to success, community involvement and innovation through collaboration.
The European premiere of the Chip In documentary will take place at SEMICON Europa 2023. This film features three young adults in their twenties on a tour to explore careers in microelectronics. After the screening, there will be a networking breakfast, providing young professionals with the chance to connect with industry experts.
The SEMI Technology Playground offers visitors a space to network with peers and play with interactive technology. From a flight simulator and VR games to air hockey, the playground provides an interactive space to explore the capabilities that the semiconductor industry enables in the entertainment sector.
SEMI Europe
SEMI Europe collaborates with partners all over the continent and is a consortium member of METIS4Skills, ECoVEM and the European Chips Skills Academy that are focused on ensuring the growth in linkages between academia and industry, to foster the flow of talent that is essential to the long-term success of Microelectronics in Europe.
A diverse and inclusive workforce enables increases in innovation, profitability, valuations, thought diversity, and employee morale. SEMI Europe made available a collection of thought leadership content and informative resources on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Other SEMICON Europa 2023 highlights
- CEO Summit will include keynotes by industry leaders from Cadence, CEA-Leti, Comet Group, Edwards, and imec.
- ITF towards NETZERO – Powered by imec will explore the environmental impact and resource consumption challenges faced by the semiconductor industry.
- ALD TechDay – Powered by Beneq will feature keynotes from Yole Intelligence, Beneq and imec on innovative Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) applications.
- Executive Forum Program will delve into semiconductor industry topics such as Smart Mobility, Smart MedTech, Smart and Green Manufacturing, materials innovation, electrification and power semiconductors. The program will also feature a fireside discussion with thought leaders from Wolfspeed and ATREG.
- TechARENA Program will address themes including geopolitics, public policy European-funded projects, workforce development, the future of computing and integrated photonics. The program will also include a discussion on sustainability innovations with leaders from SCREEN.
