Intel Foundry/PCC Semiconductor Manufacturing Student Technician – ICE Program

Intel Corporation; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 200,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock opportunities

Annual performance bonuses

Shift differential premiums

Comprehensive medical

Wellness benefits

Retirement benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

Intel Foundry is seeking a Manufacturing Student Technician Intern in Hillsboro, Oregon. This 2-year, part-time program offers hands-on experience in a world-class cleanroom, operating sophisticated semiconductor equipment while balancing class schedules.

You will work under technical mentorship, gain practical training, and participate in a structured program with competitive pay and benefits. Typical duties include monitoring wafer production, performing maintenance, following SOPs, and

Qualifications

• Active student status pursuing an Associate’s degree in Microelectronics, Automation STEM, or applicable technical trade.
• Shift commitment to at least 20 hours per week aligned with 12-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Drive Wafer Production & Operations: oversee automated wafer fabrication and movement within the Oregon Fab network.
• Hands-on Maintenance & Troubleshooting: diagnose equipment, perform preventative maintenance, maximize yield.
• Execute Technical Procedures: interpret and follow engineering drawings, SOPs, and specs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: deliver shift pass-downs and work with module teams to maintain flow.
• Uphold Safety & Cleanroom Standards: follow fab safety and cleanroom contamination controls.

Skills

Active student

Shift availability

Education

Associate’s degree in Microelectronics, Automation STEM, or applicable technical trade

Job description

Why Intel Foundry?

Every technological breakthrough starts with a spark of curiosity and hands‑on determination. At Intel Foundry, we design, develop, and manufacture the cutting‑edge semiconductor chips that power the world—from AI‑driven supercomputers and autonomous vehicles to global cloud networks and everyday smart devices. As a Manufacturing Student Technician Intern, you won’t just read about semiconductor innovation, you will be inside one of the world’s most advanced cleanroom environments, operating multi-million‑dollar toolsets and driving real‑time wafer production. This 2-year part‑time program is specifically designed for college students pursuing associate degrees, offering competitive pay, practical training, flexible scheduling around your classes, and an express ramp into high‑tech manufacturing careers.

World-Class Cleanroom & Tool Experience:

Develop hands‑on operational and maintenance mastery over state‑of‑the‑art semiconductor fabrication equipment. Direct Technical Mentorship: Collaborate alongside seasoned process engineers, module technicians, and factory leaders invested in your growth and success. Academic Flexibility & Total Rewards: Work compressed work‑week shifts structured around your academic schedule, backed by industry‑leading pay, performance bonuses, and benefits.

Key Responsibilities & Day-to-Day Impact

• Drive Wafer Production & Operations: Oversee automated wafer fabrication and movement processes within the Oregon Fab network, maintaining strict adherence to quality benchmarks, output targets, and operational discipline.
• Hands‑On Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Diagnose equipment anomalies, conduct preventative maintenance (PM), and utilize precision hand tools and diagnostic fixtures to maximize equipment availability and yield.
• Execute Technical Procedures: Interpret and execute instructions from comprehensive engineering drawings, schematics, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and technical specifications.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Deliver crisp, concise shift pass‑downs to incoming teams and partner closely with module teams to sustain continuous factory flow.
• Uphold Safety & Cleanroom Standards: Serve as a safety champion by adhering strictly to fab safety protocols, chemical safety standards, and cleanroom contamination controls.

Work Schedule & Program Structure

Program Duration: 2-Year Cohort Internship Program.

Term‑Time Hours: 20 to 32 hours per week during active school terms.

Break/Summer Hours: Up to 40 hours per week during academic breaks and summer sessions.

Compressed Workweek (CWW) Shifts (12‑Hour Day Schedules):

• Shift 5 (Day): Sunday through Tuesday (and alternating Wednesdays) | 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
• Shift 7 (Day): Thursday through Saturday (and alternating Wednesdays) | 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
• Additional schedule options available for AMHS Area
• Shift8 (Day/Night) AMHS FH Sunday Through Tuesday (alternating Wednesday) | 12:00 PM – 00:00 AM
• Shift8 (Day/Night) AMHS BH Thursday Through Saturday (alternating Wednesday) | 12:00 PM – 00:00 AM

This position is not eligible for Intel immigration sponsorship.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Active Student Status: Currently enrolled in good standing at a locally accredited community college, trade school, or university pursuing an Associate’s degree in Microelectronics, Automation STEM, or applicable technical trade. Applicable fields include Microelectronics, Robotics, Electrical/Electronic Engineering Tech, Mechanical Technology, Automotive/Diesel Systems, Aviation Maintenance, HVAC, Machining, Life Safety Systems, Industrial Automation, Welding, and Precision Manufacturing.
• Shift Availability: Ability to commit to at least 20 hours per week aligned with 12‑hour compressed work‑week factory shifts.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Sustained strong academic performance during rigorous first‑term electrical and mechanical engineering coursework.
• Demonstrated mechanical or electrical aptitude gained through hands‑on projects, auto repair, robotics clubs, maker spaces, soldering, welding, vocational programs, or military technical experience.
• Strong diagnostic, problem‑solving, and logical reasoning skills with a commitment to continuous learning in a high‑tech cleanroom environment.
• Cleanroom Environment & Physical Expectations: Spend substantial shift time (>90% less break time) inside a high‑tech cleanroom environment wearing full cleanroom attire (bunny suit, hood, booties, safety glasses, and nitrile gloves). Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift to 45 lbs. across a 12‑hour manufacturing shift. Comfort utilizing precision tools, mechanical fixtures, and safety‑rated equipment.

Compensation, Benefits & Growth

Intel offers a robust total compensation package, including

• Competitive hourly rates
• Shift differential premiums
• Annual performance bonuses
• Stock opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Comprehensive medical
• Wellness
• Retirement benefits

For more details on Intel benefits, visit: Intel Jobs & Benefits

Job Type: Shift: Shift 5 (United States of America)

Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Additional Locations: (none)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

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Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $52,000.00-$200,000.00 (Hourly Role)

Work Model for this Role This role will require an on‑site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change. * ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter. Intel’s official careers website.