Canadian semiconductor companies are expanding at an unprecendented rate: 70% of these firms are doubling in the next five years.
However, each of these firms listed talent as their #1 barrier to growth. One symptom lies at the undergraduate level: only 400 engineering students enter the industry annually.
Companies, post-secondary institutions and non-profits advocates are already demanding policy shifts, and are focusing on talent upskilling through targeted graduate programs and certifications. While these efforts are paramount to Canadian semiconductor leadership, none of these programs directly benefit undergraduate engineering talent.
Students
Industry
On one side, we have Canada's undergraduate engineering students, looking for meaningful career opportunities. On the other side is the semiconductor industry, rapidly expanding and desperate for talent.
In general, the connection between these two groups is weak. A average student will only hear about leading canadian firms through job postings. Companies might occasionally attend a general career fair. Right now, there is no targeted bridge.
All it takes is a single event dedicated to creating a space where students can learn about in-demand skills and the firms leading the current wave of Canadian innovation.
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