Semiconductor Research Corporation

Semiconductor Research Corporation (SRC) is an American technology research consortium. A non-profit founded in 1982 and based in North Carolina, USA,

SRC comprises a few programs:

A private foundation, the SRC Education Alliance (SRCEA) supports science and engineering students at various levels of education, encouraging them to pursue careers as innovators and technology leaders. SRCEA is a branch of the Semiconductor Research Corporation. The foundation develops sources of funding to provide undergraduate and graduate science and engineering students with educational opportunities consisting of traditional coursework, cutting-edge research, and direct interaction with the semiconductor industry.

Each year, 1,500 students are supported by SRC and SRCEA through research contracts and grants, fellowships and scholarships, and the foundation’s Undergraduate Research Opportunities (URO) program. The organization offers financial support, mentoring, and industry-relevant research with SRC-funded faculty who are recognized experts in their fields. SRCEA attracts students with an interest in the semiconductor research field and helps them forge their pathway to become technology leaders and drive tomorrow's innovations.

Since SRC’s inception in 1982, more than 8,000 students have contributed to significant research and published thousands of technical papers. Alumni of the program have become industry leaders and renowned faculty researchers.

The unique synergy of these student programs allows technologically educated individuals to make substantial headwind in areas that are important to the economy and industry, as well as to national security and quality of life, through their research.

Grants from industry organizations, like the 2011 Intel Foundation gift of $1.4 million, are distributed through the URO to support student research. Undergraduate students enjoy access to funding for their research plus access to SRC member experts bolstering their research capabilities. SRC facilitates their resume distribution for internships and hiring opportunities through its network of industry contacts. Numerous scholarships are available for students in a variety of fields and include study abroad opportunities.

In 2011, SRC said it had joined researchers from Stanford University to develop a combination of elements that would yield a unique nanostructure material for packaging.

SRC’s URO Program, funded by SRCEA, is another opportunity for sponsorship, often with an emphasis on students from underrepresented groups. Students participate and receive hands-on research experiences and mentoring; guidance and support in applying to graduate school; and opportunities for internships at national corporations.

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