Astoria, OR – According to the state officials, the funding, which will begin flowing to the projects this month, supports the expansion and modernization of semiconductor manufacturing and research at these companies.
On Thursday, the Biden-Harris Administration announced a $72 million award to Microchip’s Oregon location to aid their semiconductor manufacturing and research work in Oregon.
In addition to the awards, Microchip has committed to a partnership with Portland Opportunities Industrialization Center + Rosemary Anderson High School for student internships and helping them develop an advanced manufacturing apprenticeship program.
Their commitment to POIC + RAHS will allow them to hire a staff person to lead that initiative.
