Vet S.T.E.P. (Semiconductor Training & Experience Program)
Vet S.T.E.P. is a DoD SkillBridge and an Army Career Skills Program, funded by the
National Science Foundation (NSF), hosted by NY CREATES and designed to prepare
soon-to-be veterans for technician careers in the semiconductor ecosystem (fabs,
equipment and/or material suppliers).
This 10-week program consists of a two-week, hands-on training, followed by an
8-week internship with one of our company partners.
2-Weeks of Hands-On, High Tech Training
at the Albany NanoTech Complex!
- Free Training
- Housing Provided
- Semiconductor Tech 1 Certificate
2 Week Training + 8 Week Internship = 10 Weeks CSP/SkillBridge
2025 Cohorts
January 13 – 24 Albany NanoTech Complex Training
January 27 – March 21 Internship*
March 24 – April 4 Albany NanoTech Complex Training
April 7 – May 30 Internship*
June 2 – June 13 Albany NanoTech Complex Training
June 16 – August 8 Internship*
September 8 – 19 Albany NanoTech Complex Training
September 22 – November 14 Internship*
*Note: Internship can be moved around training dates to accommodate your separation date.
Semiconductor Tech 1 Certificate
- Advanced Manufacturing Practices
- Basic Electronics & Programmable
- Logic Controllers
- Mechatronics Diagnostic/Troubleshooting
- Pneumatics Technology
- Vacuum Technology
Learn more about
VET S.T.E.P.
Hear firsthand how this program empowers military service members and veterans to step into exciting new semiconductor careers confidently!
More VET S.T.E.P. Resources
VET S.T.E.P. Spotlight
VET S.T.E.P.: Military to Microelectronics | WMHT
VET S.T.E.P. by NY CREATES aims to help veterans get employment in technology industry
VET S.T.E.P. by NY CREATES helps veterans transition with training for semiconductor jobs
For More Information or List of Internship Sites:
Dan Cochran
Program Manager for Workforce Development
NY CREATES
dcochran@ny-creates.org
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