Intern - Advanced Spectroscopy and Nanoscale Materials Characterization

Micron Technology; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Professional development

Job summary

Micron Technology invites a highly motivated summer intern to contribute to spectroscopy and nanoscale characterization projects in our Chemistry Lab. You will work on semiconductor thin films, surfaces, and interfaces, applying spectroscopy-based methods and data analytics within an industrial laboratory setting.

Under the guidance of scientists and engineers, you will design experiments, analyze complex datasets, and develop visualization workflows, with emphasis on documentation and a final

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in a relevant field (Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, Chemical/Electrical/Optical Engineering) at least at junior level.
• Basic knowledge of spectroscopy, microscopy, materials characterization, or semiconductor materials.
• Hands-on experience with at least one analytical technique (e.g., fluorescence, Raman, FTIR).
• Experience using data analysis tools such as Python, MATLAB, Origin, or similar.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments using spectroscopy and microscopy to characterize semiconductor materials.
• Collect, process, and interpret spectroscopy data and develop visualization workflows.
• Correlate spectroscopic signatures with material properties and process conditions.
• Use AI-enabled tools to support literature reviews, data analysis, and documentation.
• Maintain laboratory documentation and deliver a final technical report and presentation.

Skills

Spectroscopy basics

Analytical techniques

Data analysis

Python

MATLAB

Origin

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Chemistry / Materials Science / Physics / Electrical Engineering

Junior standing or above

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Origin

Job description

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.

Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.

Micron’s Chemistry Lab plays a critical role in advancing semiconductor technology by developing analytical methods that support materials understanding, process development, defect characterization, and next-generation memory innovation. The team applies advanced chemical, optical, and surface characterization techniques to solve complex materials challenges across semiconductor manufacturing and research.

We are seeking a highly motivated summer intern to contribute to advanced spectroscopy and nanoscale characterization projects focused on semiconductor thin films, surfaces, interfaces, and process-induced material changes. Working alongside scientists and engineers in Corporate Labs, the intern will develop and apply spectroscopy-based characterization methods, analyze complex materials datasets, and gain experience in experimental design, data analytics, and semiconductor materials research within an industrial laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments using advanced spectroscopy and microscopy techniques to characterize semiconductor thin films, surfaces, interfaces, and related materials.
• Collect, process, analyze, and interpret spectroscopy data, including photoluminescence, fluorescence lifetime, Raman, and AFM-IR datasets, and develop visualization workflows to communicate results.
• Correlate spectroscopic signatures with material properties, process conditions, surface states, and defect behavior while collaborating with scientists, engineers, and multi-functional partners.
• Use AI-Enabled tools, where appropriate, to support literature reviews, data analysis, coding, user documentation, and presentation preparation.
• Maintain laboratory documentation and safety standards while delivering a validated characterization workflow and communicating project results through a final technical report and presentation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree (junior standing or above), Master's degree, or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of spectroscopy, microscopy, materials characterization, or semiconductor materials.
• Hands-on experience with at least one analytical technique such as fluorescence spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, FTIR, or a related characterization method.
• Experience using data analysis tools such as Python, MATLAB, Origin, or similar software.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with photoluminescence, Raman, AFM-IR, FTIR, or other advanced spectroscopy techniques.
• Research experience involving semiconductor materials, thin films, surfaces, or interfaces.
• Experience with data analysis, curve fitting, image analysis, machine learning, or related computational methods.
• Experience applying AI-Enabled tools to scientific research, data analysis, developing user documentation, or workflow optimization.
• Demonstrated curiosity, creativity, initiative, and strong technical presentation skills.

As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.

Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.

Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.