One of SSIA's 3 Focus areas:
Growing & Developing our Workforce
SSIA’s priorities on workforce development include increasing awareness about the industry through communication campaigns, career fairs, and talks, including school talks. Key initiatives encompass Electronics Industry Day, Semiconductor Women’s Forum, IC Design Summer Camps, and the SAY Ambassador Programme. Additionally, SSIA offers a jobs portal and SgiS scholarships. To upgrade and upskill the workforce, SSIA provides industry-relevant courses through partners, Work-Study Programmes, and the Engineering Doctorate (EngD). Talent pipeline development is supported through the Career Conversion Program (CCP), Job Redesign Reskilling, and Volunteer Career Advisors (VCA). Leadership development is fostered through the IC Design Committee, Singapore Semiconductor Leadership Accelerator Programme (SSLA), and Leadership in Engineering for emerging managers.
23-26 April 2024
7-10 May 2024
Singapore Semiconductor Leadership Accelerator (SSLA)
This tenth run of SSLA empowers 30 visionary leaders from over 20 top-tier companies, contributing to a pool of nearly 200 industry leaders from over 40 companies in Singapore’s semiconductor industry. Talks are ongoing to extend the program beyond its final EDB-sponsored session, ensuring future leaders can drive innovation and global competitiveness.
16 May 2024
HR Roundtable
HR professionals from semiconductor companies gather to share best practices, discuss challenges, and explore innovative talent management strategies. This event fosters collaboration and knowledge exchange to elevate HR excellence in the semiconductor industry.
16-18 July 2024
STEM Students in Singapore: Don’t miss this chance to network, learn, and jumpstart your career! This premier event offers undergraduates the unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders, gaining first-hand insights into the dedication, intensity, and passion driving the semiconductor industry.
Run #3: 30 July - 1 August 2024
and back by popular demand...
Run #4: 2 - 4 September 2024
The SSIA Leadership in Engineering programme stands out for bringing together leaders from across the semiconductor value chain, offering participants a unique opportunity to learn from diverse industry perspectives. This cross-pollination of people across the semiconductor value chain is our key differentiator, fostering richer discussions, broader insights, and innovative approaches to solving industry challenges.
Taking place from Aug-Nov 2024 across 8 Institutes of Higher Learning in Singapore
Semiconductors are the foundation of the digital economy, powering everything from consumer electronics and automotive technology to artificial intelligence and 5G. Our awareness days aim to ignite students’ interest in this vital industry by showcasing its relevance and the incredible career pathways it offers. By fostering early engagement, we are nurturing the innovators and leaders of tomorrow, ensuring a future-ready workforce that will continue to drive technological advancement and global competitiveness.
2-9 December 2024