Date: 23–28 August 2026
Location: University Residential Centre, Bertinoro, Italy (University of Bologna)

An Immersive Summer School on Microelectronics and Chips

The ECS Summer School 2026 offers a unique, high-level learning experience for undergraduate students interested in semiconductors, microelectronics and smart systems.

For one intensive week in Italy, 40 selected students from across Europe will explore the European microelectronics ecosystem through academic lectures, industry-driven sessions and hands-on exchanges with experts and peers. All sessions will be delivered in English.

One Week to Explore the World of Chips

Microelectronics is at the heart of today’s technological revolution. From integrated circuit design to system integration, chips enable innovation across telecom, automotive, biomedical devices, energy, and space applications.

Through lectures, demonstrations and interactive activities, the Summer School will introduce:

• How chips are designed, fabricated, tested and assembled
• How electronic systems interact with the physical and digital worlds
• Current applications and future technological trends in microelectronics

Programme Overview

The programme will cover four main topics:

• Semiconductor Technology
• Integrated Circuits Design
• Digital Systems & Embedded Intelligence
• Integration

Talks will be delivered by representatives from leading universities, research institutes and companies.
Career testimonials by young engineers will complement the technical content.

Practical Information

• Fully funded programme for selected participants
  • Accommodation and meals covered for the entire week
• When: August 23rd – August 28th, 2026
• Where: University Residential Centre, University of Bologna, Bertinoro, Italy

This funding model ensures equal access and allows participants to fully focus on learning and networking.

Organisation

The ECS Summer School 2026 is co-organised by AENEAS together with:

• European Chips Skills Academy
• INSIDE Industry Association
• EPoSS Association
• IPCEI ME/CT

This collaboration reflects a strong collective commitment to skills development and talent nurturing in Europe’s microelectronics and smart systems sectors.

Applications

The call for applications are closed.