Engineering /Technology Co-Op

Sanmina; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation in Fremont, CA is seeking a Mechanical Engineering co-op to join the Technology Component Group – Fabrication Engineering. You will engage in hands-on design, machining, assembly, and testing of wafer fabrication equipment, contributing to real-world semiconductor projects.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering, have completed at least 30 semester hours, and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering or related program and have completed 30 semester hours.
• International students can be considered under CPT guidelines.
• Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Co-ops may work up to 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Support co-op projects in fabrication engineering.
• Assist in design, machining, assembly, and testing of wafer fabrication equipment.
• Collaborate with a cross-functional engineering team to develop processes.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Mech/Manufacturing Eng degree

Job description

Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them.

Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them.

Summary

The Sanmina Fremont facility is a full-service enclosure systems solution manufacturing plant. Located in California’s Silicon Valley, this facility produces low-to-mid volume New Product Introduction (NPI) runs to full-scale volume. The Fremont facility offers everything from small piece parts to fully integrated and tested systems. In addition, this location offers in-house painting capabilities and flexible logistics solutions in distribution, inventory management and hubbing, as well as repair services.

What You'll Do

We are currently recruiting highly qualified candidates, whose background and career goals meet our needs, for the following position in our Fremont CA, Location.

Are you passionate about engineering? Do you like to think up, create, design, build, and test cutting edge new products and processes? Are you looking for a hands‑on position working on real products and equipment? If so, you could be a great fit for our team!

The Technology Component Group – Fabrication Engineering teams design processes and methods, manufactures, and supports highly complex products for the worldwide semiconductor industry.

Who Are You?

Mechanical Engineering Concentration student who is prepared to work in a challenging and fast-paced environment.

• A sophomore, junior, senior, masters student who is passionate about working directly with various systems involved in the research, design, and manufacture of mission critical products in the semiconductor industry on wafer fabrication machines that change the world.
• You are passionate about working in a highly technical team environment in complex machining, cleanroom assembly, integration, and test.
• You are analytical, always seeking better and more efficient ways to do things.

What You'll Bring

Education and Program Requirements:

• Must be enrolled and pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics or related program at an accredited school and have completed 30 semester hours of undergraduate studies.
• International students can be considered under CPT program guidelines.
• Applicants must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0.
• Co-Ops are not enrolled in academic courses during their co-op/internship rotation and may work up to 40 hours per week.

Why Join Us?

At Sanmina, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between: $23 hour up to $33 hour based upon year in college and work periods for Co‑Op Program.

Sanmina employees also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Sanmina, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Sanmina provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that this position may require access to technology, software, or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws. All offers of employment are contingent on the applicant either 1) being a "U.S. Person," defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, or (iii) other protected individual, such as a refugee under 8 U.S.C.

• 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C.
• 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.