Intern - Photolithography Process

Micron Technology; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology in Boise, Idaho, invites a DRAM Lithography Intern to contribute to next-generation semiconductor manufacturing projects. You will collaborate across Photolithography, Metrology, Dry Etch, Wet Process, and other teams to develop process optimization solutions and apply AI/data-driven approaches to manufacturing challenges.

This internship offers hands-on DOE design, in-cleanroom experimentation, data analysis, and presentation of findings.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a BS/MS/PhD in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field relevant to photolithography.
• Must be enrolled in an academic program and continuing education through Fall 2027.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills through coursework, research, or project experience.
• Ability to work independently, manage project timelines, and deliver results in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments (DOE) to optimize photolithography processes, including EUV lithography, photoresist performance, and related process technologies.
• Plan, run, and document experiments in a semiconductor cleanroom environment using advanced process equipment.
• Analyze process images and manufacturing data using commercial and in-house software tools, including AI-enabled methodologies where appropriate.
• Support projects focused on photolithography simulations, process window optimization, overlay improvement, and CDU performance.
• Communicate project plans, technical findings, and recommendations through written reports and presentations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

AI/data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Engineering/Physics

Enrolled through Fall 2027

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.

At Micron, our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life. Our commitment to people, innovation, tenacity, collaboration, and customer focus enables us to deliver leading memory and storage solutions that power artificial intelligence, data centers, mobile devices, automotive applications, and other emerging technologies. The DRAM Lithography team develops and optimizes advanced photolithography processes that support current and future semiconductor manufacturing technology.

As a DRAM Lithography Intern, you will contribute to projects focused on advancing next-generation semiconductor manufacturing processes. You will collaborate with engineers across Photolithography, Metrology, Dry Etch, Wet Process, and other process areas to develop innovative solutions for process optimization and technology development. During the internship, you will complete one or more technical projects with opportunities to apply AI and data-driven approaches to complex manufacturing challenges.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments (DOE) to optimize photolithography processes, including EUV lithography, photoresist performance, and related process technologies.
• Plan, run, and document experiments in a semiconductor cleanroom environment using advanced process equipment.
• Analyze process images and manufacturing data using commercial and in-house software tools, including AI-enabled methodologies where appropriate.
• Support projects focused on photolithography simulations, process window optimization, overlay improvement, and critical dimension uniformity (CDU) performance.
• Communicate project plans, technical findings, and recommendations through written reports and presentations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field relevant to photolithography.
• Must be enrolled in an academic program and continuing education through Fall 2027.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills through coursework, research, or project experience.
• Ability to work independently, manage project timelines, and deliver results in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework or hands-on experience in photolithography, semiconductor manufacturing, or related process technologies.
• Experience with AI, Artificial Intelligence, data science, programming, statistics, or data analysis.
• Experience applying AI-enabled or data-driven techniques to research, process development, modeling, or optimization challenges.
• Strong interest in research and development with demonstrated ability to develop practical technology solutions.
• Experience analyzing experimental data, process characterization results, or semiconductor metrology measurements.

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.

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