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Intel in Ohio

Intel builds its facility, Ohio lays the groundwork for the future.

In January 2022, Intel announced it would build its most advanced semiconductor manufacturing facility in Ohio. Three years later, the project is well underway, with major construction milestones marking steady progress toward bringing leading-edge chipmaking to the region.

Through 2025, more than 9.4 million work hours have been completed on-site, supported by hundreds of craft workers. Massive volumes of concrete, rebar, conduit, and piping have been installed. While construction continues, the scale and pace of activity already reflect the transformational impact this project will have on the state.

Intel’s investment is already bringing high-paying jobs to Ohio and directing millions into education and talent development. The project continues to attract suppliers and tech companies, further accelerating the momentum and strengthening the region’s innovation ecosystem.

Intel’s decision to build in Ohio was also a strategic step toward securing America’s semiconductor supply chain. By expanding domestic chip manufacturing capacity, the U.S. is better positioned to support economic competitiveness and national security needs. The CHIPS Act plays a critical role in this effort, providing essential funding to strengthen domestic capabilities and reduce reliance on foreign production of advanced semiconductors.

The Ohio Campus At-a-glance

Intel decided to expand their chip manufacturing operations, and Ohio stepped up. Leveraging JobsOhio

3K new Intel jobs
$28B planned investment
2 new leading-technology semiconductor fabs
1st leading-edge semiconductor chip manufacturing facility in Ohio
7K construction jobs
10K indirect and support jobs
926 acre site in Licking County

Building a Talent Pipeline

The initial phase of this project is expected to create 3,000 jobs, while supporting tens of thousands of additional local long-term jobs across an ecosystem of suppliers and partners. JobsOhio is supporting Intel with candidate recruitment marketing, events, and sourcing and pre-screening services. Engineers, technicians and other administrative roles will be filled with an average wage of $135,000.

Intel has committed $50 million for Ohio semiconductor manufacturing education and research programs and institutions. This investment established the Intel® Semiconductor Education and Research Program for Ohio, funding a new, collaborative, multi-institution research and education program emphasizing real-world experiential learning and innovation in semiconductor fabrication. Through this program, Intel partnered with community colleges in Ohio to create the industry’s first one-year semiconductor technician program. 

Intels Higher Education Investment in Ohio

$23.4M invested in higher education
2300+ scholarships provided
4700+ summer students
8 projects by leading Ohio institutions
80+ collaborating higher education institutes
100+ faculty/teacher training
85+ curricula developed

Paving the Way for Growth

The Ohio Department of Transportation has announced $90 million over the next in decade for infrastructure investments to support Intel and the growth around the site. $66 million will fund projects on local roadways in Delaware, Franklin, and Licking Counties. This investment includes reconstructing roadways, improving the safety and efficiency of intersections, and making sure the local roadways have capacity to address the demands of this rapidly growing area. Visit the The City of New Albany website for ODOT construction updates related to the project.

Suppliers Join Intel at New Albany Business Park

The Intel site is situated on the 9,000-acre New Albany International Business Park. The park is one of the largest strategically planned business parks in the country and the fastest growing in the Midwest. Tech companies have taken notice, with Amazon, Facebook and Google building data centers there.

Intel suppliers and supporting companies have started announcing plans to join Intel in New Albany and in the wider region. Applied Materials, Lam Research, Ultra Clean Technology, Air Products, DSV, QTS, Lincoln Rackhouse, and dbt Labs are some of the companies that have announced plans, with more in the pipeline. Ohio has created the Supplier Consortium to help current and prospective Ohio suppliers compete for new federal grant funding for semiconductor materials and manufacturing equipment through the CHIPS act. For questions or more information, contact semiconductor@jobsohio.com.

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