Young Talents

The future of microelectronics depends crucially on highly qualified specialists. That is why promoting young talent is a key priority for Chipdesign Germany. Our goal is to get young people excited about microelectronics and chip design at an early age, to give them guidance in their studies, and to show them prospects for a successful career.

Microelectronics in everyday life

How do smartphones, modern cars, and impressive computer games work? The answer lies in microelectronics—tiny microchips now control almost every technology in our everyday lives. They are at the heart of modern innovations and enable everything from image recognition in smartphones and assistance systems in cars to precise medical devices.

The exciting part is that anyone with a passion for technology can become part of this future! Microelectronics and chip design are among the key technologies of our time – and they offer a wide range of opportunities for creative minds. A degree or training in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or microelectronics opens the door to designing the next generation of microchips and working on projects that are changing our world. Those who enter the field today will play an active role in shaping the digital future.

Offers in the Chipdesign Germany network

Summer Schools

Workshops

Competitions

Podcast

Academic Alliance Chipdesign

Other Offers

Introduction to Microelectronics

This exciting video series from the German Microelectronics Research Factory provides an introduction to the fascinating world of microelectronics, with a focus on semiconductor technology and industrial supply chains. The video series shows how future electronic systems are becoming increasingly powerful by combining different technologies while reducing their carbon footprint and energy consumption. A deep understanding of complex supply chains is not only exciting for research, but also extremely valuable for anyone pursuing a career or studies in this promising field.

Study chip design

There is no single degree program that will enable you to start a career in chip design after graduation. Instead, various fields of study such as electrical engineering, computer engineering, and microelectronics provide the necessary foundations and specializations to be successful in this innovative field.

The Chipdesign Germany team is working hard to compile information on relevant courses at German universities. This will provide an overview of exciting study opportunities in the field of chip design and show how a passion for technology can be turned into a successful future.

Events

© IEEE PRIME Conference
Sep 20, 2026 - Sep 23, 2026
Berlin

PRIME 2026

21st International Conference on PhD Research in Microelectronics and Electronics

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© Fraunhofer IIS
Jun 29, 2026 - Jul 2, 2026
Dresden

SMACD 2026

International Conference on Synthesis, Modeling, Analysis and Simulation Methods, and Applications to Circuit Design

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© IdeenExpo
Jun 20, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026
Hannover

IdeenExpo 2026

Europas größtes Jugendevent für Technik und Naturwissenschaften

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© Informationstechnische Gesellschaft ITG VDE e.V.
Jun 19, 2026
Dresden

bits, bonding, bassline

Festival der Elektronik

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May 6, 2026 - May 7, 2026
Dresden

Chipdesign Germany Forum 2026

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© DATE Conference
Apr 20, 2026 - Apr 22, 2026
Verona

DATE 26 conference

Design, Automation and Test in Europe Conference

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