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Welcome to the Silicon Heartland

Where breakthroughs begin.

From advanced materials and manufacturing to logistics, research, and world-class talent, Ohio brings the semiconductor supply chain together in the heart of the U.S. 

The Silicon Heartland is being built on Ohio's decades-long legacy of semiconductor development, innovation, and manufacturing. That foundation of industrial expertise and research capabilities is evolving into a new generation of semiconductor investment and innovation. Intel’s decision to establish two leading-edge fabs in Licking County marked a transformational moment for Ohio, and since then, suppliers, logistics companies, top-tier universities, and workforce partners have continued to build around the once-in-a-generation opportunity.

Ohio’s advantage doesn’t end there. Its central location gives companies unmatched access to customers and suppliers across the U.S., creating opportunities for innovators statewide to access technologies and build partnerships that will shape what's next. As the industry continues to expand, Ohio is positioned at the center of that growth, ready to support new investment, new connections, and new possibilities.

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Growing the Semiconductor Ecosystem

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Connecting Semiconductor Supply Chains Nationwide

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Advanced Materials, Made in Ohio

Why Semiconductor Companies and Suppliers Choose Ohio

#1 state for infrastructure (CNBC)
38K+ annual STEM degree and certificate completions
#4 in the U.S. for semiconductors
60% of the U.S. and Canadian population within a day’s drive
#1 state for business (CNBC)
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Everything Semiconductor Companies Need

Ohio offers the infrastructure, suppliers, and specialized capabilities semiconductor companies need to grow. Companies can tap into a deep manufacturing base, specialized materials and equipment providers, electronics manufacturers, logistics networks, universities, and research institutions — all supported by Ohio’s central location and access to major U.S. markets.

  • Advanced materials and specialty chemicals

  • Semiconductor equipment and precision manufacturing

  • Electronics manufacturing and contract manufacturing

  • Research and development

  • Workforce and technical training

  • Logistics and supply-chain services

  • Access to customers and suppliers across the U.S.

Semiconductor Support Starts Here

JobsOhio works with state, regional, and local partners to build customized incentive packages based on a company’s investment, workforce, and infrastructure needs. Available programs may include loans, grants, workforce assistance, site development support, and talent incentives. JobsOhio also helps semiconductor suppliers pursue federal CHIPS funding opportunities.

Ohio combines central-market access, an established manufacturing base, specialized suppliers, research institutions, and a growing semiconductor region. Companies can operate close to major customers while drawing from an industrial ecosystem that already understands advanced manufacturing and complex supply chains.

AI is increasing the demand for advanced computing, data centers, power electronics, photonics, and semiconductor manufacturing. JobsOhio connects companies to Ohio’s technology, manufacturing, research, and workforce ecosystems while supporting the growth of emerging industries, including AI and semiconductors.

Look beyond the building and evaluate the full operating ecosystem: available power and water, site readiness, transportation access, workforce availability, supplier proximity, permitting, expansion potential, and access to research partners. Ohio’s site-selection resources and regional partners can help companies evaluate those factors together.

Semiconductor manufacturing depends on reliable infrastructure, precise logistics, and highly specialized talent. Strong university partnerships can support research, curriculum development, workforce training, and long-term talent pipelines, while Ohio’s transportation network helps companies connect to customers and suppliers across the country.

The rapid growth of AI is increasing demand for advanced chips and the infrastructure around them—including semiconductor materials, equipment, advanced packaging, power electronics, and high-speed connectivity. As AI workloads scale, semiconductor suppliers have opportunities to support both chip manufacturers and the broader data-center ecosystem.

Ohio is expanding semiconductor-specific education and training through partnerships among universities, community colleges, industry, and government. Programs are developing talent in areas including semiconductor processing, packaging, CMOS design, industrial automation, and cleanroom protocols. Companies can also use JobsOhio workforce services and talent programs to recruit, train, and relocate specialized workers.

Semiconductor supply chains are increasingly focused on resilience, domestic capacity, and reducing exposure to geopolitical and logistical disruptions. Locating near materials suppliers, equipment providers, logistics partners, and customers can shorten lead times, improve collaboration, and reduce supply-chain risk. Ohio’s growing ecosystem gives companies a strategic base from which to serve customers throughout the Eastern U.S. and beyond.

The federal CHIPS for America program provides incentives for semiconductor manufacturing, materials, and equipment, as well as research and development. The program includes funding opportunities for companies that are building, expanding, or modernizing domestic semiconductor facilities and supply chain operations.

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