Launched in 2022 with multiple cohorts throughout the year, Vet S.T.E.P. (Veteran Semiconductor Training & Experience Program), funded by the New York Center for Research, Economic Advancement, Technology, Engineering, & Science (NY CREATES) and the Northeast Regional Defense Technology Hub (NORDTECH), builds a robust pipeline of skilled, disciplined talent for New York and the U.S' expanding microelectronics ecosystem, while supporting veterans’ meaningful transition to stable, high‑tech civilian careers. Hosted and managed by an experienced NY CREATES team, this 10‑week, no‑cost training internship program equips transitioning service members and military veterans with in-demand technical skills and hands-on experience necessary for careers in the semiconductor industry. The program begins with two weeks of classroom instruction at the state‑of‑the‑art NY CREATES Albany NanoTech Complex, covering key areas such as semiconductor manufacturing practices, basic AC/DC and electronics, vacuum systems, sensors, and diagnostics and troubleshooting. Following training, participants engage in an eight‑week immersive internship with NY CREATES’ industry partner companies across the country, especially upstate New York, where they gain real‑world experience in roles supporting manufacturing operations.
