Vet S.T.E.P. (Semiconductor Training & Experience Program)
Vet S.T.E.P. is a DoW 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.
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
2026 Cohorts
April 13 – April 24: Albany NanoTech Complex Training
April 27 – June 22: Internship*
June 8 – June 19: Albany NanoTech Complex Training
June 22 – August 10: Internship*
September 14 – September 25: Albany NanoTech Complex Training
September 28 – November 13: Internship*
*Note: Your internship may differ from the above dates, however, it is always after the 2-week training at ANC.
Internship opportunities are competitive. Bring your resume, even a basic one, and take the first step!
For questions, please contact us.
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.
From Service to Semiconductor Careers
Hear firsthand how this program empowers military service members and veterans to step into exciting new semiconductor careers confidently!
VET S.T.E.P.: Military to Microelectronics | WMHT
For More Information or List of Internship Sites:
Capri O’Hara
Creates Workforce Development Manager
cohara@ny-creates.org
Andrada Niculae
Creates Experiential Learning Coordinator
aniculae@ny-creates.org
America needs to produce more chips;
Technicians are in high demand – be the solution!
