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Intel Layoffs 2026: Severance, WARN Act & What to Do Now
Intel is cutting over 15,000 employees in 2026 as part of its turnaround restructuring. Intel’s severance terms are below the tech industry average — making financial planning and WARN Act awareness especially important.
✓ Based on Intel WARN Act filings, reported severance terms, and employment attorney guidance — Updated July 2026
Jobs Cut (2026)
15,000+
Ongoing restructuring
Severance Formula
1 wk/yr
Below tech avg
WARN Filed
OR, CA, AZ
Major campuses
Oregon WARN
Applies
Stricter than federal
RSU Treatment
Forfeited
Unvested shares lost
OWBPA
If 40+
21–45 days to review
⚠️ WARN Act — Intel Filed in Multiple States, Oregon Law Is Stricter
Intel filed WARN Act notices in Oregon (Hillsboro), California (Santa Clara), and Arizona (Chandler). Oregon’s WARN Act has a lower threshold than federal law. If you received less than 60 days notice or equivalent pay, consult an employment attorney before signing your release of claims.
🛡️ If You Are 40 or Older — Take Your Full Review Period
Federal OWBPA law guarantees workers 40 and older 21 days to review any severance agreement — 45 days in group layoffs. You also have 7 days to revoke after signing. Given Intel’s below-average severance terms, taking the full review period is especially worthwhile.
Calculate Your Financial Runway After an Intel Layoff
Intel’s severance is below the tech industry average — which means financial planning matters more, not less.
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Intel 2026 Severance: What Employees Report
| Component | Intel 2026 Terms |
|---|
| Base formula | 1 week per year of service |
| Reported minimum | 4–8 weeks (varies by level) |
| RSU treatment | Unvested RSUs forfeited |
| ESPP treatment | Outstanding contributions refunded as cash |
| COBRA coverage | Not fully confirmed |
| PTO payout | Accrued PTO paid out |
Intel’s RSU forfeiture is a significant loss for long-tenured employees
Unlike Google which accelerates RSU vesting, Intel forfeits all unvested RSUs. Factor this into your total package assessment.
Your Intel Layoff Timeline
1
Immediately: Check your WARN notice dateConfirm whether 60 days of notice or equivalent pay was provided.
2
Day 1: File for unemployment in OregonFile at unemployment.oregon.gov. Max weekly benefit $783.
3
Review your RSU vest scheduleAny unvested RSUs are forfeited on your separation date.
4
Consider employment attorney consultationGiven the below-average severance and WARN filings, a consultation is often worth it.
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Severance terms based on reported employee outcomes, Intel WARN Act filings, and employment attorney guidance as of July 2026. Individual packages vary. This is for informational purposes only and is not legal or financial advice.