Data Science / Structured Problem Solving Intern - Summer 2027

NXP Semiconductors NV; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors invites current students to join a summer internship in our Austin, TX area. You will work with Manufacturing Quality Engineering, Fab Operations and cross-functional teams to deliver continuous improvement solutions in a high-volume semiconductor wafer manufacturing environment.

Under guidance, you will solve engineering and analytical problems using a Six Sigma structured approach and contribute to standardization efforts with external sites nearby.

Qualifications

• Pursuing BS or higher in Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics or Computer Science.
• Familiarity with IC Manufacturing or Design is a plus.
• Strong data analysis and communication skills required.
• Course work in statistics and data science is desirable.
• Strong programming skills in R or Python are desired.

Responsibilities

• Support continuous improvement initiatives in a high-volume wafer manufacturing environment.
• Apply Six Sigma problem-solving approach to engineering/analytical projects.
• Contribute to fab-to-fab standardization and improvements with local external sites.
• Participate in ML/AI projects related to quality improvements.
• Develop data analysis skills to track metrics meeting department goals.
• Own and present one high-impact project to organization leadership during the internship.

Skills

Data analysis

Teamwork

Communication

Python/R

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Physics/Applied Math/CS

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Partner with Manufacturing Quality Engineering, Fab Operations, Business Lines and support organizations to deliver continuous improvement solutions in a high-volume semiconductor wafer manufacturing environment.


• Work on engineering and analytical problem-solving projects under the direction of Quality and Operations Engineering to help optimize quality solutions through a 6 Sigma structured problem-solving approach.


• Participate in fab-to-fab standardization activities and improvements as well as external manufacturing sites in the local area.


• Participate in machine learning and AI projects related to quality improvements


• Learn to develop logical and objective data analysis skills to establish and track metrics to meet department goals.


• Intern will be the owner responsible for the research, analysis, and presentation to organization leadership of one high-business impact project during their internship.

Job Summary

• Partner with Manufacturing Quality Engineering, Fab Operations, Business Lines and support organizations to deliver continuous improvement solutions in a high-volume semiconductor wafer manufacturing environment.


• Work on engineering and analytical problem-solving projects under the direction of Quality and Operations Engineering to help optimize quality solutions through a 6 Sigma structured problem-solving approach.


• Participate in fab-to-fab standardization activities and improvements as well as external manufacturing sites in the local area.


• Participate in machine learning and AI projects related to quality improvements


• Learn to develop logical and objective data analysis skills to establish and track metrics to meet department goals.


• Intern will be the owner responsible for the research, analysis, and presentation to organization leadership of one high-business impact project during their internship.

Job Qualifications

• Working towards a Bachelor of Science or Advanced degree in an Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics or Computer Science discipline.


• Familiarity with Integrated Circuit Manufacturing or Design is a plus.


• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products (Power Point, Excel, Word, etc.)


• Strong data analysis, teamwork, and communication skills.


• Course work in advanced statistics and data science desired


• Strong programming skills in R or Python are desired


• Aptitude and desire to learn new skills.


• Ability to thrive in a multi-cultural environment.

In order to be considered for a summer internship with NXP you must be returning to school or graduating at the conclusion of the internship term. If you are graduating prior to July 2027 please apply to Entry Level full-time roles.

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NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, NXP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals.