America's Semiconductor HQ
For more than 70 years, Arizona has stood at the forefront of semiconductor design, development and production, starting with Motorola in the 1940s followed by the opening of Intel’s first fab in the state in 1979. Today, Arizona leads the nation in semiconductor investment, supplier expansions and jobs. Since 2020, Arizona has won more than 60 semiconductor expansions, representing over $210 billion in capital investment – cementing Arizona as the home of America's semiconductor HQ.
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Arizona is home to one of the most advanced semiconductor ecosystems in the world. The Arizona Semiconductor Asset Map makes it easy to discover businesses across the state, connect with workforce training partners and universities, and explore the state's innovative R&D facilities.
Governor Katie Hobbs announced the launch of the Future48 Workforce Accelerator at GateWay Community College to train Arizonans for the growing semiconductor industry. The Accelerator offers hands-on training and support services, including child care and transportation. This accelerator is part of a larger initiative to prepare Arizona’s workforce for advanced manufacturing roles, in collaboration with local community colleges and industry leaders.
Intel and Governor Hobbs launched the company’s first U.S. registered apprenticeship program for manufacturing facility technicians in collaboration with the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA), SEMI Foundation, Fresh Start Women’s Foundation, Maricopa Community Colleges, and the Phoenix Business and Workforce Development Board.
Amidst heightened global demand and a steadily shrinking share of the world’s most advanced microchip factories, the Arizona Commerce Authority joined semiconductor industry leaders and stakeholders to launch the National Semiconductor Economic Roadmap (NSER). The industry-led effort aims to boost U.S. semiconductor competitiveness through a focus on the workforce, supply chain and infrastructure to support semiconductor research and development, design, manufacturing, and end-applications.
In March 2025, President Trump and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (TSMC) Chairman and CEO C.C. Wei announced a historic expansion of TSMC's advanced semiconductor operations in Arizona. TSMC will invest at least an additional $100 billion to build three more semiconductor fabs in Arizona as well as two advanced packaging facilities and a major R&D Center. The investment comes in addition to TSMC's three fabs already in operation or under construction in Arizona and will represent thousands of additional new jobs and a historic total investment of $165 billion.
TSMC's historic announcement cements Arizona as the epicenter of advanced chip manufacturing and innovation in America. With the country's most advanced chip-making processes, world class university partners, and a robust and growing talent pipeline, Arizona is powering the groundbreaking technologies of the future like AI. I'm grateful to President Trump, TSMC, and all our partners for making this historic day possible.
- Governor Katie Hobbs
For over 40 years, Intel has introduced some of the most advanced, cutting-edge technologies in Arizona, well before they are released to the rest of the world. In fact, Arizona is home to Intel’s largest manufacturing site. In March 2021, the company announced it would invest an additional $20 billion into the state with two new semiconductor fabs.
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The state’s lack of natural and weather-related disasters—such as earthquakes, hurricanes, blizzards and tornadoes—makes Arizona an ideal location for companies that require employees and market access to be available consistently throughout the year.
PHOENIX, AZ (June 17, 2026) – Following another year of major economic development wins highlighted by historic investments, significant expansions and rapid economic growth, Arizona received a prestigious “Gold Shovel” award from Area Development Magazine in the 5-8 million state population category, marking the sixth year in a row that Arizona has received a gold shovel. The Shovel Awards recognize states that “garnered large job-creating and investment projects through innovative policies, infrastructure improvements, and other processes that attracted new employers as well as investments in expanded facilities.” In addition, Area Development named Amkor’s $7 billion advanced packaging and testing expansion project in Peoria and Axon’s Scottsdale headquarters expansion as “Projects of the Year.”
READ MORE about Arizona Wins Sixth Straight Gold Shovel Award Recognizing Economic Development Excellence »PHOENIX, AZ (June 12, 2026) – With rapid momentum across Arizona’s dynamic aerospace and defense ecosystem, Airbus, a global aerospace and defense leader, and the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA), hosted Airbus Supplier Day on June 12, 2026. Governor Katie Hobbs joined Robin Hayes, Chairman and CEO of Airbus in North America; Sharon Green, CEO of Unical; Sandra Watson, President and CEO of the Arizona Commerce Authority; Representative Greg Stanton; Representative David Schweikert; Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego and over 60 A&D suppliers for Airbus Supplier Day, showcasing the strength and depth of the state’s aerospace and defense supply chain. Since 2020, Arizona has attracted more than 62 aerospace and defense industry expansions, representing over $3.3 billion in investment and more than 18,400 new jobs.
READ MORE about Airbus and ACA Host Supplier Day Showcasing Arizona’s Aerospace and Defense Leadership »GRAHAM COUNTY, AZ (June 5, 2026) – The Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA), alongside Valley TeleCom Group and Graham County leadership celebrated a milestone for connecting rural communities in Arizona with the launch of the county’s new fiber-internet network at an event held on June 1, 2026. Supported by a $4.8 million investment through the ACA’s Arizona Broadband Development Grant program, the 65-mile project will deliver high‑speed internet to 440 homes and businesses across Bryce, Eden, and Fort Thomas communities located in Graham County. Construction is scheduled to be complete by the end of 2026.
READ MORE about ACA And Valley TeleCom Group Celebrate Broadband Launch In Graham County »TEMPE, AZ (May 27, 2026) – Government, industry, and workforce leaders gathered today to announce a major new initiative to strengthen microelectronics talent pipelines across the Southwest. At a press event at JA BizTown, the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA), in partnership with the National Network for Microelectronics Education (NNME), SEMI Foundation, and the National Science Foundation (NSF), announced the designation of NNME Southwest as an official NNME Regional Node—one of the nation’s anchor hubs for semiconductor workforce development. Convened by the Arizona Commerce Authority, NNME Southwest brings together 47 members across five states—Arizona, Colorado, Utah, New Mexico, and Southern California—to build a regionally anchored, nationally scalable workforce system.
READ MORE about ACA, National Network for Microelectronics Education, SEMI Foundation and Regional Partners Announce NNME Southwest Regional Node »