ServicesCareer Counselling

Semiconductor Career Counselling

Build the semiconductor career you actually want.

Personalised career planning, MS/PhD guidance, resume review, and technical interview preparation — based on 14+ years of real industry experience.

1000+

Engineers counselled

14+

Years industry experience

15+

Silicon tapeouts

USA & DE

Graduate school guidance

What I offer

Guidance at every stage of your journey

From selecting the right university to preparing for technical interviews — I help you make informed decisions that align with your goals.

01

Career Planning for IC Design

Whether you are a student exploring your first role or a professional looking to pivot into analog IC design, I help you map out a realistic and targeted career path based on your background, skills, and goals.

  • Identifying the right specialisation (Analog, Mixed-Signal, RF, Power Management)
  • Understanding the semiconductor job market in Europe, USA, and India
  • Setting short-term and long-term career milestones
  • Guidance on building the right skill set for your target role
02

Resume, LinkedIn & Interview Preparation

Your CV and LinkedIn profile are your first impression in the semiconductor industry. I review and improve them to highlight what hiring managers at chip companies actually look for.

  • IC design-specific CV review and rewrite guidance
  • LinkedIn profile optimisation for semiconductor roles
  • Technical interview preparation (circuit design, analysis, problem-solving)
  • Behavioural interview coaching and mock sessions
03

MS / PhD Guidance — USA & Germany

Applying for graduate studies in semiconductor engineering abroad is competitive and complex. I guide you through the entire process — from choosing the right programme to writing a compelling statement of purpose.

  • University selection based on your profile, research interests, and career goals
  • Choosing the right specialisation and research group
  • Statement of purpose (SOP) and application strategy
  • Understanding funding, scholarships, and assistantship opportunities
  • Preparation for graduate school interviews
04

Industry Mentoring for Students & Early-Career Engineers

Ongoing mentorship for students and engineers in the first 1–3 years of their semiconductor career. Regular sessions to review progress, solve challenges, and keep you on track.

  • Monthly or bi-weekly 1-on-1 mentoring sessions
  • Technical skill development roadmap
  • Guidance on navigating your first industry role
  • Support through job searches, offers, and transitions

MS / PhD Guidance

Top universities. Real guidance.

I guide you through the entire application process — from choosing the right programme to writing a compelling statement of purpose.

Germany & Netherlands

1TU DelftSemiconductor
2TU MunichSemiconductor
3KIT KarlsruheSemiconductor
4RWTH AachenSemiconductor
5TU EindhovenSemiconductor

North America

United States

1MITVLSI / IC
2StanfordVLSI / IC
3Georgia TechVLSI / IC
4UT AustinVLSI / IC
5UC BerkeleyVLSI / IC
Bootcamp

Semiconductor Industry Bootcamp

A focused 2–3 day bootcamp covering the complete semiconductor ecosystem — from chip design and manufacturing to packaging, testing, applications, career opportunities, and emerging industry trends.

2–3 DaysFocused programme
All BackgroundsNo prior experience needed

Ideal for

Professionals from non-semiconductor backgrounds, engineering students, graduates, and researchers exploring a career in semiconductors.

What you will cover

01Complete semiconductor ecosystem: design → manufacturing → packaging → testing → applications
02Different semiconductor career paths and required skills for industry roles
03Overview of IC design flow, technologies, and industry trends
04Foundation to start or transition into the semiconductor domain

Contact us for available topics, scheduling, and fee details.

Enquire about bootcamp

How it works

From first message to clear direction

01

Reach out

Send a message via email or book a free call. Share your background, goals, and what you are looking for.

02

Discovery call

A free 30-minute call to understand your situation and identify the right type of support for you.

03

Personalised plan

We define a clear roadmap — career pivot, graduate school application, or interview preparation.

04

Ongoing support

Regular sessions, feedback on applications and CVs, and guidance until you reach your goal.

Global Impact

Students from 15 countries have taken my Chip Design Courses

From India to the Netherlands, the USA to South Korea — MangalTalks is building the next generation of VLSI engineers worldwide.

15+

Countries reached

1000+

Engineers counselled

14+

Years of industry experience

15+

Silicon tapeouts

🇮🇳India
🇳🇱Netherlands
🇩🇪Germany
🇺🇸USA
🇬🇧UK
🇨🇦Canada
🇦🇺Australia
🇸🇬Singapore
🇫🇷France
🇨🇭Switzerland
🇸🇪Sweden
🇧🇪Belgium
🇦🇹Austria
🇯🇵Japan
🇰🇷South Korea
Analog · Mixed-Signal · VLSI · Semiconductor

Not sure where to start?

Book a free discovery call and we'll figure out the right path together. Most students have a clear plan within 30 minutes.