Device Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

NXP Semiconductors; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors in Chandler, AZ is seeking a student intern to assist engineers in sustaining and improving semiconductor products. You will monitor device operation against quality standards and help troubleshoot complex process issues.

Design of experiments, data collection and analysis, plus participation in technical reviews are key parts of the role. Strong analytical skills and English communication are essential for success in a collaborative, fast-paced team.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in a technical field.
• Strong academic record with interest in semiconductors/electronics.
• Basic understanding of analog, logic, power, or NVM devices preferred.
• Understanding of device physics and statistics software is a plus.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities; good communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in sustaining, analyzing and improving semiconductor products.
• Monitor device operation to ensure quality and specs.
• Troubleshoot process, quality and yield issues.
• Design experiments, collect data, and analyze results.
• Participate in technical reviews and problem solving.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet goals.
• Learn industry-standard tools and best practices.
• Prepare technical reports and project documentation.
• Perform other duties to support engineering initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

English communications

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science

Tools

Minitab

JMP

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in the sustaining, analysis and improvement of semiconductor products and solutions.
• Monitor electrical device operation to assure conformance to quality standards and engineering specifications.
• Help troubleshoot complex process, quality and yield problems.
• Design experiments, collect data, and analyze results.
• Participate in technical reviews and contribute to problem-solving discussions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve individual and shared goals.
• Learn and apply industry-standard tools, methodologies, and best practices.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and other project documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support engineering initiatives.

Job Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or a related technical field.
• Strong academic record and a genuine interest in semiconductors, electronics, or embedded systems.
• Basic understanding of Analog, Logic, Power, and/or NVM devices is preferred.
• Basic understanding of device physics and semiconductor operation is preferred.
• Basic understanding of statistical process control and usage of statistics analysis software (Minitab, JMP, etc) is preferred.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proactive attitude, eagerness to learn, and attention to detail.

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.

Commitment At NXP

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

Professional Growth

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.

At NXP, 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.

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