However, the chasm between undergrad CS and semiconductor fabrication is too big. There are dozens of layers in between, and all of them are interesting. If you want something more relevant to your degree, study computer architecture or VLSI design. Learn an FPGA synthesis language. If you like quantum mechanics, study semiconductor physics. Learn how a DRAM cell works and why it needs to be refreshed.
At any rate, I don't want to discourage people from studying semiconductor fabrication, but don't do it as part of a CS education. Do it because turning rocks into circuits is an awesome work of alchemy and you can be part of it.
Of course, maybe it is more useful if you're into some really low level programming. But for most CS hardware understanding isn't necessary.
Not just at Intel's Ohio fab, but across the nation as part of a much broader onshoring movement[1].
Your comment would be just fine without that bit.
