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Micron Partnership

As the core education partner with Micron Technology, Inc. (Micron), College of Western Idaho (CWI) is excited to lead efforts in delivering top-level education and skills training for local high-tech and high-demand jobs. Whether you are interested in gaining hands-on experience while completing your education or building career-ready skills, CWI connects you with opportunities to prepare for your future in advanced semiconductor manufacturing.

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Micron Apprenticeships

Earn while you learn in Micron's Registered Apprenticeship Program. Apprentices are hired as full-time employees while completing structured on-the-job training and technical coursework through CWI.  

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Education for Your Career

Prepare for a career supporting Micron’s advanced manufacturing needs and Idaho’s growing high-tech workforce. Whether you want to explore the industry, build hands-on technical skills, enter a skilled trade, or start your path toward a bachelor’s degree, CWI offers options to help you move forward.

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Technical Training

Gain technical skills employers need with hands-on training. 

 What is Mechatronics?  

What are semiconductors? 

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Micron Training Center

Expanding technical training beyond the College's Nampa Campus, the new Micron Training Center co-locates students and industry professionals together in a first-of-its-kind learning environment. 

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Skilled Trades

Micron's expansion is driving the need for skilled labor. Gain education relevant to careers supporting advanced manufacturing and high-tech facilities.

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Transfer Programs

Build your foundation at CWI, and continue toward a bachelor’s degree aligned with high-tech careers.

Explore the Possibilities

Explore careers in advanced manufacturing through a FREE, 16-week introductory class. Build hands-on and digital skills while exploring key mechatronics concepts.

Pre-Manufacturing: Pathways to Trades, Engineering, & Technical Careers

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Begin your journey today! Contact us to learn more.

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News

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CWI has joined a regional effort to strengthen semiconductor workforce development across the Pacific Intermountain region, expanding opportunities for students and workers to enter one of...

Read more about CWI Partners in National Effort to Strengthen Semiconductor Workforce Pipeline
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CWI and Micron celebrated 12 apprenticeship graduates and welcomed 11 new apprentices, highlighting a growing partnership building Idaho’s semiconductor workforce.

Read more about CWI Celebrates Micron Apprenticeship Graduates and Welcomes Fifth Cohort
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The College's Pre-Mechatronics program earned national recognition for its partnership with Micron, creating a new pathway that prepares adult learners for careers in advanced...

Read more about Pre-Mechatronics Program Highlighted on National Stage
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Micron Technology celebrated the graduation of its first apprenticeship cohort and welcomed new participants on Aug. 6, highlighting its partnership with College of Western Idaho to train...

Read more about Micron & CWI Celebrate Apprenticeship Program Success
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College of Western Idaho’s CTE Summer Bridge Program welcomed 22 high school juniors for a week of hands-on learning, industry exploration, and college preparation across skilled trades...

Read more about Summer Bridge Sparks Passion for Skilled Trades and Technology
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Kathleen Burns-Wick transformed her career path by pursuing Mechatronics at College of Western Idaho, trading art and optics for automation and innovation. Now preparing to graduate, she’s...

Read more about Rewiring Her Future: Kathleen Burns-Wick’s Mechatronics Journey
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Ever wonder what powers the machines that move us, feed us, house us, and heal us? Behind every moving train, operating warehouse, or life-saving device is a driving force making it all...

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College of Western Idaho was recently awarded a grant from the Idaho Workforce Development Council to support the training and expansion of the semiconductor and advanced manufacturing...

Read more about CWI Receives Grant Funding from Idaho Workforce Development Council for Semiconductor Training
Micron Chip Camp | College of Western Idaho

CHIP Camp is a three-day camp, June 27 – 29, filled with hands-on STEM activities related to semiconductor manufacturing, scientific, and engineering jobs.

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College of Western Idaho celebrated National Apprentice Week by hosting Micron Technology, Inc. to showcase possible careers, pathways, education, and preparation for future jobs to...

Read more about Micron Visits College of Western Idaho to Discuss Career Pathways
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Interested in a career in Advanced Mechatronics Engineering Technology? Plan to attend a Program Exploration Event at College of Western Idaho to learn more.

Read more about Explore Advanced Mechatronics Classes & Careers