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National Institute for Innovation and Technology Hosts Austin Semiconductor Panel, Awards GlobalFoundries & Applied Materials, Inc. for Pioneering Semiconductor Registered Apprenticeships

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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AUSTIN, Texas, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the National Institute for Innovation and Technology™ —the nation's leader in semiconductor talent pipeline development and U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) national Intermediary responsible for establishing and expanding Registered Apprenticeships (RAs) throughout semiconductor and nanotechnology-related industry supply chains—awarded two semiconductor industry giants, GlobalFoundries® and Applied Materials, Inc. for their work in establishing semiconductor manufacturing RAs.

Key Points: 
  • GlobalFoundries was awarded for instituting the nation's first semiconductor Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP), which graduated its first apprentices last year at the company's manufacturing facility in Malta, New York.
  • "GlobalFoundries is committed to building a strong and sustainable pipeline for the next generation of semiconductor talent, and apprenticeships are a vital aspect of this effort," said Clay Nagel, deputy director of technical training at GlobalFoundries.
  • "We are proud of our Registered Apprenticeship programs in New York and Vermont, the first of their kind in the U.S. semiconductor industry.
  • The growth of Registered Apprenticeship Programs in the industry starts with companies like GlobalFoundries and Applied Materials, Inc. taking that first step and pioneering a new model.

National Institute for Innovation and Technology's President & CEO Commends State of the Union's Focus on Apprenticeships and Advanced Manufacturing

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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HANOVER, Md., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Institute for Innovation and Technology's President & CEO Mike Russo praised the recent State of the Union address for its emphasis on expanding apprenticeships and bolstering advanced manufacturing. President Biden's comments on workforce development in advanced manufacturing align closely with the Institute's ongoing mission as the nation's leader in the semiconductor talent pipeline development and a U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) national Intermediary responsible for establishing and expanding Registered Apprenticeships (RAs) throughout semiconductor and nanotechnology-related industry supply chains.

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  • Institute's President & CEO Mike Russo commends President Biden's remarks on apprenticeships and their importance for the economic future of the U.S.
    HANOVER, Md., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Institute for Innovation and Technology's President & CEO Mike Russo praised the recent State of the Union address for its emphasis on expanding apprenticeships and bolstering advanced manufacturing.
  • "In the State of the Union address, we heard a powerful commitment to the future of our workforce.
  • The focus on apprenticeships and 'learn-and-earn' opportunities and the push for innovation in advanced manufacturing are steps in the right direction to secure the country's technological and economic leadership," said Russo.
  • "At the Institute, we've seen firsthand the transformative impact of these initiatives through our successful partnerships with industry leaders."

National Institute for Innovation and Technology President & CEO Michael Russo Appointed to U.S. Labor Secretary's Advisory Committee on Apprenticeship (ACA)

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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HANOVER, Md., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In acknowledgment of his decades of subject-matter expertise in workforce development and semiconductor manufacturing, the National Institute for Innovation and Technology's President & CEO Mike Russo was appointed this week to the U.S. Acting Secretary of Labor's ACA.

Key Points: 
  • "It is an honor to be appointed to the Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su's advisory committee for apprenticeships.
  • "The newly appointed members of the Advisory Committee on Apprenticeship offer unique perspectives, which the Department of Labor will leverage to develop strategies that drive innovation in apprenticeship.
  • The community college district worked alongside industry employers, the Institute, and other stakeholders to create the RA program.
  • The district's Chancellor Lee D. Lambert was one of the 30 individuals appointed to the committee.

Wolfspeed Launches New York Semiconductor Registered Apprenticeship Program with Support from the National Institute of Innovation and Technology

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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HANOVER, Md., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the National Institute for Innovation and Technology and the United States Department of Labor (USDOL) applauded U.S. semiconductor manufacturing company Wolfspeed for the establishment of its New York Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP). As the nation's leader in semiconductor talent pipeline development, the Institute serves as the USDOL's national Intermediary responsible for expanding Registered Apprenticeships (RAs) throughout the semiconductor and nanotechnology industry supply chains.

Key Points: 
  • HANOVER, Md., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the National Institute for Innovation and Technology and the United States Department of Labor (USDOL) applauded U.S. semiconductor manufacturing company Wolfspeed for the establishment of its New York Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP).
  • As the nation's leader in semiconductor talent pipeline development, the Institute serves as the USDOL's national Intermediary responsible for expanding Registered Apprenticeships (RAs) throughout the semiconductor and nanotechnology industry supply chains.
  • "We commend Wolfspeed for championing domestic semiconductor manufacturing with the establishment of its Registered Apprenticeship at their Mohawk Valley Fab," stated Mike Russo, President and CEO of the Institute.
  • "As the USDOL Intermediary dedicated to expanding Registered Apprenticeships throughout the semiconductor and nanotechnology-related supply chains, we're thrilled to offer technical support and subject-matter expertise to Wolfspeed through our GAINS program.

Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America Announces Keynote Address and Conference Sessions Featuring Top Professionals

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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PORTLAND, Maine, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America, produced by Diversified Communications, announces keynote speaker Mark Blyth – William R. Rhodes '57 Professor of International Economics, The Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs at Brown University – and over 30 conference sessions presented by top professionals from across the sector on important topics facing the seafood industry.

Key Points: 
  • PORTLAND, Maine, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America, produced by Diversified Communications, announces keynote speaker Mark Blyth – William R. Rhodes '57 Professor of International Economics, The Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs at Brown University – and over 30 conference sessions presented by top professionals from across the sector on important topics facing the seafood industry.
  • The keynote session will be held on Sunday, March 10th at 11:00am in room 153CB.
  • The conference program, taking place during the three-day expo, will highlight timely topics and bring together a range of professionals to share their unique perspectives and insights.
  • Another session will include professionals from the Seafood Nutrition Partnership, H-E-B and Riverence talking through what drives U.S. consumer behavior and demand for seafood.

National Institute for Innovation and Technology Hosts Arizona Semiconductor Panel Discussion, Awards City of Phoenix for Semiconductor Workforce Development Efforts

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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HANOVER, Md., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the National Institute for Innovation and Technology—the nation's leader in the semiconductor talent pipeline development and U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) national Intermediary responsible for establishing and expanding Registered Apprenticeships (RAs) throughout semiconductor and nanotechnology-related industry supply chains—awarded the City of Phoenix for their work in semiconductor manufacturing talent pipeline development.

Key Points: 
  • The first employer to establish a semiconductor RAP in the state, which is under the city's sponsorship, was TSMC Arizona.
  • The program was announced on January 11, 2024 , and is part of the Institute's Growing Apprenticeships in Nanotechnology and Semiconductor (GAINS) program.
  • As we pioneer this apprenticeship with TSMC Arizona, we are laying down the foundation for a thriving economy powered by skilled semiconductor professionals."
  • The Phoenix Business Workforce Development Board is the first Board in the state to be a sponsor for a RAP.

National Semiconductor and Advanced Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship Program (SAM-TAP) Launched to Support State Efforts to Develop Strategic Talent Pipelines

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Thursday, January 4, 2024
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HANOVER, Md., Jan. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the National Institute for Innovation and Technology—the nation's leader in the semiconductor talent pipeline development and U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) national Intermediary responsible for establishing and expanding Registered Apprenticeships (RAs) throughout semiconductor and nanotechnology-related industry supply chains—launched the national Semiconductor and Advanced Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship Program (SAM-TAP).

Key Points: 
  • The Institute's SAM-TAP initiative is designed to build the nation's ecosystem of talent needed to support the semiconductor industry and broader advanced manufacturing.
  • Curriculum alignment, skills assessments/gap analysis, career and education mapping, and connections to Registered Apprenticeship opportunities are facilitated through the Institute's National Talent Hub .
  • "The Institute is responsible for a national strategy to build the talent pipeline to support strategic industry sectors – those important to national security and global competitiveness.
  • State representatives and semiconductor supply chain employers are encouraged to reach out to the Institute directly to learn how to participate in the program.

U.S. Department of Labor approves new Registered Apprenticeship Program for Washtenaw Community College

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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ANN ARBOR, Mich., Nov. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Washtenaw Community College (WCC) has received approval for its first U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship program, serving as an intermediary in partnership with Toyota & Subaru of Ann Arbor.

Key Points: 
  • ANN ARBOR, Mich., Nov. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Washtenaw Community College (WCC) has received approval for its first U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship program, serving as an intermediary in partnership with Toyota & Subaru of Ann Arbor.
  • The work that they do to make our community a great place to work and live is so vital.
  • USDOL Registered Apprenticeship programs are highly structured and have robust outcomes, with 90% of apprentices employed after completing an apprenticeship.
  • “We are thrilled that our college has received this approval to serve as an intermediary for USDOL apprenticeship programs.

Qwasar Silicon Valley announces new apprenticeships joining the CompTIA Apprenticeships for Tech Network

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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Qwasar Silicon Valley joins more than 90 partners in the CompTIA Apprenticeships for Tech Network, a national initiative funded by the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) and led by the American Institutes for Research in partnership with CompTIA to create employment opportunities in the tech workforce for people from diverse backgrounds, while simultaneously helping employers fill current and long-term tech staffing needs.

Key Points: 
  • Qwasar Silicon Valley joins more than 90 partners in the CompTIA Apprenticeships for Tech Network, a national initiative funded by the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) and led by the American Institutes for Research in partnership with CompTIA to create employment opportunities in the tech workforce for people from diverse backgrounds, while simultaneously helping employers fill current and long-term tech staffing needs.
  • "Our advanced engineering apprenticeships play a pivotal role in generating a talent pipeline for hard-to-fill roles in highly technical subjects.
  • In September, employers across the country listed job postings for more than 48,000 software positions, according to research by CompTIA.
  • Apprentices with Qwasar Silicon Valley begin their journey by undergoing three months of comprehensive training, establishing the groundwork for their transition to a company's engineering team for on-the-job training.

Maine Department of Labor to Announce the Launch of University of Maine at Augusta Cybersecurity and IT Registered Apprenticeship Program

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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HOUSTON, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 28th from 1-3pm ET, the Maine Department of Labor (MDOL) and its Commissioner, Laura Fortman, will announce the launch of the University of Maine at Augusta's (UMA) cybersecurity and IT registered apprenticeship (RA) program during an event hosted on the UMA campus.

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  • HOUSTON, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 28th from 1-3pm ET, the Maine Department of Labor (MDOL) and its Commissioner, Laura Fortman, will announce the launch of the University of Maine at Augusta's (UMA) cybersecurity and IT registered apprenticeship (RA) program during an event hosted on the UMA campus.
  • A panel of subject matter experts from Safal Partners, the US DOL National Industry Intermediary for cybersecurity apprenticeship expansion, and current Maine employers will discuss promising practices when using apprenticeship as a workforce development model.
  • Registered Apprenticeship is a proven, financially positive model for workforce development.
  • Dr. Wendy Kostenbauder, Program Manager with MDOL's Maine Apprenticeship Program, commented, "Joining UMA's RA program gives Maine's businesses the opportunity to become an employer of choice offering training to their employees in these new and essential occupations.