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in Microelectronics and Semiconductors

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cutting-edge education and hands-on experience.

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"Thank you for the valuable experience and support I received during the CHIPS Technician Fellows Program at USC. The training helped me build a foundation in cleanroom operations, wafer processing, and photolithography — and building a long-term career in the semiconductor industry."
Miesha Taylor
CHIPS Technician Fellow

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Summer 26 Cleanroom Gateway @ USC

Applications for the SURF 2026 Cleanroom Gateway have closed. Please contact us to learn about future opportunities to get involved.

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Summer 26 Analog Bootcamp @ USC

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