Data Science / Structured Problem Solving Intern - Summer 2027

NXP Semiconductors; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors invites a summer intern to support manufacturing quality and data analytics efforts in a high-volume semiconductor environment. You will work on structured problem-solving and data-driven improvements while learning to present findings to leadership.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing Quality Engineering, Fab Operations, and support teams, applying ML/AI techniques to real quality challenges and developing metrics to track impact.

Qualifications

• Pursuing BS in engineering, physics, maths or CS.
• IC manufacturing knowledge is a plus.
• Strong data analysis, teamwork and communication skills.
• Course work in statistics and data science desired; ability to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Partner with QE, Fab Ops, and others to deliver continuous improvement solutions.
• Work on ML/AI projects related to quality improvements.
• Own one high-impact project and present results to leadership.

Skills

Data analysis

Python

R

Excel

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering/CS/Data Science

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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.

More information about NXP in the United States...

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Company Information

NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) enables a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through innovation. As the world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, NXP is pushing boundaries in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets.

For more information, visit www.nxp.com

Bright Minds. Bright Futures. We believe that a key component to growing our business is to develop our people. To enable you to grow your career at NXP, we offer online and offline learning opportunities to help you develop some of your core and professional skills.

Commitment

Commitment At NXP. We recognize NXP is a powerful change agent as we continue to deliver innovative solutions that advance a more sustainable future. We remain steadfast in our commitment to sustainability and making measurable year-on-year progress.

Also, we aim to create an inclusive work environment and we will not tolerate racism, discrimination or harassment of any kind. We have programs in place focused on diversity, inclusion and equality.

Thank you for considering a career at NXP.

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