Laid-off Intel Technician in His 60s Faces Job Market Challenges
Man in his 60s laid off from Intel hunts for jobs, says ‘retiring doesn’t make sense for me yet’
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Brad Jenkins, a former Intel technician in Oregon, was laid off at 60 and is struggling to find new employment. With financial constraints and healthcare needs, Jenkins emphasizes that retiring isn't an option yet, as he seeks opportunities in the evolving electric vehicle sector.
- 01Brad Jenkins was laid off from Intel at age 60 after four years of service.
- 02He is struggling to find a new job, citing age as a potential disadvantage.
- 03Jenkins is exploring opportunities in the electric vehicle sector after taking a workshop.
- 04Financial constraints, particularly healthcare costs, prevent him from retiring.
- 05He is actively seeking work through platforms like LinkedIn.
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Brad Jenkins, a technician who was laid off from Intel in Oregon in July 2025, is facing significant challenges in his job search at the age of 60. After four years with Intel, he believed his position was secure, especially after not being a manager. However, following a management shakeup, he was informed of his termination. Jenkins took some time off, relying on savings and severance pay, and even embarked on a month-long trip to Colorado to attend a free workshop on electric vehicle charger maintenance, hoping to pivot his career. Despite his efforts, he has struggled to secure interviews and feels that his age may be a barrier in the competitive job market. Financially, Jenkins is not ready to retire, as he faces healthcare costs and cannot access Medicare until he turns 65. His situation highlights the difficulties many older workers face in adapting to a changing job landscape.
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Jenkins' experience reflects the broader challenges faced by older workers in the tech industry, highlighting the need for support systems for those transitioning into new careers.
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