NNME Debuts ChipPath as the Central Gateway for U.S. Semiconductor Careers, Featuring 90,000 Live Job Openings

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To help meet the growing demand for skilled workers in the U.S. semiconductor and microelectronics industry, the National Network for Microelectronics Education (NNME), operated by the SEMI Foundation, announced the launch of ChipPath, a first-of-its-kind, AI-enabled career platform that connects individuals directly to real opportunities across the industry.

With over 90,000 live job postings and counting, ChipPath is already one of the most comprehensive semiconductor workforce tools in the country. Unlike traditional job boards, ChipPath autonomously scrapes and aggregates open positions from the websites of SEMI member companies, capturing tens of thousands of roles across the full microelectronics supply chain, from design and manufacturing to automation, facilities, and materials.

“ChipPath is more than a job board, it’s a bridge to opportunity,” said Shari Liss, Vice President of Workforce Development and Initiatives at SEMI. “It’s a movement to make the semiconductor workforce accessible to all Americans. This platform opens doors for students, veterans, career changers, and seasoned engineers, helping to see themselves in this industry and take real, actionable steps toward building their future in it.”

Building the Bridge Between Talent and Opportunity

The semiconductor industry is expanding at record speed, yet many potential job seekers don’t know how to start an industry career. ChipPath bridges that gap by helping users explore, prepare, and connect through an integrated set of tools designed specifically for semiconductor careers.

The platform includes four powerful components:

1. Smart Resume Builder: Creates professional, industry-aligned resumes in minutes using AI-driven prompts that highlight relevant skills, certifications, and experience.
2. Career Mapping & Exploration: Helps users discover the breadth of opportunities in semiconductors and visualize clear pathways to advancement.
3. Training & Development Resources: Connects learners to certificate programs, apprenticeships, and degree pathways offered by NNME partners across the country.
4. Live Job Openings Nationwide: Features over 90,000 active roles scraped directly from SEMI member company websites, providing a real-time view of the industry’s hiring landscape.

“For too long, semiconductor careers have been somewhat invisible, seemed out of reach or hard to navigate,” said Michelle Williams, Executive Director of the SEMI Foundation. “ChipPath changes that. It illuminates opportunities, empowers people to see where they fit, and gives them the tools to get there. No gatekeeping, no guesswork.”

Next Up: Employer Dashboard Launching in 2026

The NNME and SEMI Foundation are already developing the next phase of ChipPath: a robust Employer Dashboard set to debut in early 2026. This feature will enable companies to curate and prioritize the skills and qualifications most important to their workforce needs, search and connect directly with job seekers, and gain data-driven insights into national workforce trends.

The platform already operates autonomously, capturing tens of thousands of opportunities in real time. The next update will add a powerful new layer of interactivity, allowing employers to engage directly with candidates and shape the future of their talent pipelines.