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Microelectronics educational opportunities for

Graduate students

Make the most of your graduate education, and be ready for your next step.

As the most innovative university in the nation, Arizona State University is a learning laboratory for discovery and lifelong personal growth.

ASU sits at the epicenter of the U.S. microelectronics wave, distinctly positioned to provide unparalleled options for students to access this high-demand future.

As graduate students, you are prepared to participate in the most advanced opportunities on offer at ASU. By reviewing and selecting experiences that suit your needs, you can gain the specific skills that will level up your expertise.

Choose how to expand your skill set

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Graduate microelectronics degree programs

Choose from our many graduate programs in microelectronics-related disciplines to prepare for a high-impact career in research, design, manufacturing and leadership.

Choose microelectronics technical electives

Make the most of your graduate degree program by choosing from a wide array of technical electives focused on semiconductor manufacturing, materials science, electrical engineering and other relevant disciplines, all aligned with current industry demands.

Earn stackable microcredentials

Microcredentials are badges earned through specialized short courses that help you gain focused, industry-relevant skills that directly apply to work in the microelectronics industry. Scholarships are available!

Solve a problem: Conduct research

Conducting research is a hallmark of the graduate school experience. By working on projects and participating in student organizations that collaborate with industry partners, you have access to state-of-the-art facilities and real-world problems to solve — advancing your skills and helping others in the process.

Get an internship in the semiconductor industry

Launch your career in one of the world’s fastest-growing industries by exploring semiconductor internships with a range of local and national employers, including ASU partners like Applied Materials, Intel, TSMC and more. Log in or create an ASU Handshake account to see the curated list of microelectronics internships.

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More graduate student resources

There are more resources for you in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering Student Hub. Check out our graduate student resources page to get directly connected to:

  • Tutoring.
  • The Fulton Schools Career Center.
  • Scholarships and funding.
  • And more!