Controls Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

GlobalFoundries inc.; Essex Junction (VT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalFoundries is seeking Controls Engineering Interns at its Fab 9 facility in Essex Junction, VT. The role supports fab-floor operations, resolving equipment and process issues, leading a project to completion, and presenting results at year-end poster sessions.

Internship offers mentorship, growth, and exposure to semiconductor manufacturing. Applicants should be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related fields, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and

Qualifications

• Sophomore status at time of application and pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Physics Engineering, or other relevant discipline.
• Must have at least a 3.0 GPA and be in good academic standing.
• Fluent English (written & verbal).
• Able to work at least 40 hours per week during the internship.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage the equipment quality control plan.
• Drive continuous improvement for throughput, cost reduction, and yield learning.
• Define and maintain equipment installation qualification roadmaps.
• Drive process qualifications and implement control plans with area engineers.
• Design, execute, and analyze experiments to screen and optimize manufacturing processes for performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with integration and process engineering teams for technology transfer to other facilities.
• Integrate equipment and process aspects to deliver the appropriate results for the product.

Skills

English fluency

40 hrs/week availability

Strong communication

Education

Sophomore status pursuing BS

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Eng, Materials Science, or Physics Eng

Tools

SPC knowledge

DOE knowledge

Job description

About GlobalFoundries GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading manufacturer of essential semiconductors, enabling AI at scale from the cloud to the physical world. Through deep partnerships with customers, GF delivers differentiated, power-efficient and high-performance solutions for high-growth markets. GF is a trusted and holistic technology partner for customers around the world. GF’s talented, global team remains focused every day on security, longevity and sustainability. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Internship Program Overview: Our Interns & Co-ops are our entry-level talent pipeline for GF across the globe. Our goal is to provide students with a meaningful work experience that will equip them with the skills to embark on a career in the fast-paced and growing semiconductor industry after graduation. As an intern at GF, you’ll experience one‑on‑one mentorship, work assignments that prioritize your growth and potential, professional development opportunities, and the chance to network with executives.

Summary of Role: Our Fab 9 location in Essex Junction, VT is looking to hire Controls Engineering Interns who are pursuing, and have completed at least their first year of, a four‑year bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or another relevant discipline. The intern will support fab‑floor operations with a primary focus on resolving equipment and process issues, lead an assigned project to completion, and present project results during an end‑of‑year intern poster session.

Essential Responsibilities include:

• Establish and manage the equipment quality control plan.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts in support of throughput improvement, cost reduction, and yield learning.
• Define and maintain equipment installation process qualification or installation roadmaps.
• Drive process qualifications and implement process control plans and configurations with area equipment and process engineers, including equipment installation, start‑up, qualification, and volume ramp.
• Design, execute, and analyze experiments to screen and optimize manufacturing processes to meet technology targets for performance, yield, and reliability, as well as manufacturing targets for process stability and cost of ownership.
• Collaborate with GlobalFoundries integration and process engineering teams to support the development of improved next‑generation technologies and technology transfer to other fabrication facilities.
• Integrate the equipment and process aspects of technical issues, with a focus on delivering the appropriate results for the product.

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Required Qualifications:

• Education – At least a sophomore at time of application and actively pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Physics Engineering, or another relevant discipline or field through an accredited degree program during the time of internship.
• Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and be in good academic standing.
• Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal)
• Ability to work at least 40 hours per week during the internship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior related internship or co‑op experience
• Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.
• Strong interest in leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support effective decision‑making.
• Project management skills, i.e., the ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning & organizational skills.
• Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing.
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently with diverse teams, customers, and internal and external partners.

#InternshipProgramUS Expected Salary Range $20.00 - $40.00 Expected Salary Range $0.00 - $0.00 The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

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An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre‑employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory. All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third‑party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law.

We shape what's essential At GlobalFoundries you will find a vibrant work environment where collaboration and innovation thrive. Our diverse and global team shares a culture of respect and inclusivity, representing the best in the industry. We celebrate success together and are united by our dedication to excellence and our desire to improve and empower the world.