AMD University Relations: Developing Future Talent in Technology
With the aim of becoming the employer of choice in the semiconductor industry, AMD realizes that talent is everywhere. We continue to broaden our search to include the widest pools of qualified candidates and tap into our networks to ensure opportunities are equally accessible to all. Part of that outreach includes our campus recruiting and internship programs. We foster authentic connections with students while finding talent to be future leaders and fellows at AMD. Through internship and co-op experiences, we deliver world-class experiences for students globally, including challenging projects to support their development, opportunities to network with senior leaders and fellow students and events to learn more about our company’s innovative culture.
In 2024, we continued to prioritize building sustainable engagements that foster inclusion through meaningful recruitment activities and events. In the U.S., we were once again able to collaborate with Global Semiconductor Alliance’s Women in Leadership Initiative to focus on connecting with women engineers at various universities across the nation, including historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and Hispanic-serving institutions (HSIs). We had several university engagements, including a student reception, a WE ARE AMD Lobby Day and a breakfast with faculty members.
To expand our U.S. talent pool and bring new perspectives and diverse backgrounds, we continued our Discover AMD Speaker series, a monthly virtual event where internal experts share insights on their work and career journeys. This year’s series featured engaging sessions on topics such as The Future of Portable Stimulus Standard and Building a Career in High-Performance Compute and Firmware Development, as well as important conversations around inclusion at AMD. We concluded the spring series with a Q&A session hosted by our university relations team. Open to students from all schools, the series aims to introduce a broader talent pool to life at AMD and inspire the next generation of innovators.
In Canada, AMD participated in the Women in Engineering Industry Night, where we engaged with undergraduate and graduate students to showcase our internship program and the opportunities it offers for career development. Additionally, AMD collaborated with the University of Toronto’s Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) chapter, where AMD engineers hosted a panel and networking session. This event provided students with valuable insights from industry professionals, offering guidance on navigating the professional landscape and preparing for future internship opportunities in the technology sector.
AMD also organized a Welcome Event for Women in Engineering at the University of Waterloo, where we welcomed students as they began their new term. During this event, we shared information about the various opportunities available at AMD in Canada, helping students make informed decisions as they plan their career paths in the tech industry. These efforts are part of our ongoing commitment to support the next generation of women engineers and promote inclusion in the technology sector.
In Europe, we organized, hosted and participated in several key events aimed at fostering connections between students and industry professionals while promoting inclusion in STEM. Among these events was the Queens University Belfast Placement Employer Speed Networking, where students had the opportunity to engage directly with AMD professionals, explore internship possibilities and receive valuable career advice.
In addition, AMD facilitated the QUB’s Women in STEM and Ethnic Minority Employment and Entrepreneurship Networking Event in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Another highlight was the Future Female Engineers event in London, where two senior AMD women engineers served on a panel and offered career advice to attendees. This event brought together aspiring engineers and empowered them through stories of successful women in engineering, offering insights into the pathways and opportunities available in the tech industry. These events underscore our commitment to supporting talent and creating a more inclusive future for STEM professionals.
Originally published in AMD 2024-25 Corporate Responsibility Report
