2027 Spring Software Engineering Undergraduate Intern/Co-op (R20377)

MKS Inc.; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Sick time

15 paid vacation days

Job summary

MKS Inc. is seeking a software engineering co-op to collaborate with engineering and operations teams on cost-effective production automation software for semiconductor and thin film products.

You will report to the Operations Software Team Lead and contribute to design, development, and deployment of key automation software. The 6-month co-op begins January 2027, offering meaningful projects, networking with peers, and exposure to multiple business divisions.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering or relevant majors.
• Knowledge of .NET (VB.NET or C#).
• Familiarity with Python.
• Ability to solve complex problems relating to automation and software development.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills and be able to work in an internationally-based, team oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in maintaining existing automation platforms (functionality, reliability and performance).
• Supporting new automation development initiatives and other critical projects.
• Designing and developing our internal .NET framework for production automation and backend management.
• Collaborating with New Product Introduction (NPI) teams on design, development and deployment of new production software.
• Performing root cause analysis on software failures, leading corrective action efforts and communicating results.

Skills

.NET (VB.NET / C#)

Python

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/Software Eng or relevant majors

Job description

A Day In Your Life At MKS

As a software engineering co-op at Power Solutions, you will partner with engineering and technical operations to collaborate with other software engineers in the design, development and implementation of cost-effective production automation software for products that are used in the semiconductor and thin film markets. In this role, you will report to the Operations Software Team Lead.

Co-op Program Overview

• 6-month intern/co-op assignment within a functional area of MKS Inc that provides students a comprehensive and engaging experience from before your program starts to after the program ends.
• Meaningful work and project assignments
• Networking opportunities with peers and executives
• Exposure to different divisions of the business
• Understanding MKS Inc.'s commitment to culture and belonging

Co-op Term: This is 6-month co-op beginning in January 2027.

You Will Make An Impact By

• Assisting in maintaining existing automation platforms (in terms of functionality, reliability and performance)
• Supporting new automation development initiatives and other critical projects
• Designing and developing our internal .NET framework for production automation and backend management
• Collaborating with New Product Introduction (NPI) teams on design, development and deployment of new production software
• Performing root cause analysis on software failures, leading corrective action efforts and communicating results

Skills You Bring

• Enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering or relevant majors
• Knowledge of .NET (either VB.NET or C#)
• Familiarity with Python
• Ability to solve complex problems relating to automation and software development
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills and be able to work in an internationally-based, team oriented environment

Compensation And Benefits

Hourly Pay Range: $22.00 to $29.00 per hour. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

Benefits: MKS offers a benefits package for interns/co-ops working at least 20 hours per week, including 11 paid holidays, sick time, and 15 paid vacation days accrued on a biweekly basis.

MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details.