Intern - Process Development

1000 Micron Technology, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

Paid time-off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. is seeking a PhD student to develop and optimize semiconductor processes for current and future memory products. You will partner with cross-functional teams, perform root-cause analyses, and conduct fundamental research to advance next-generation memory technologies.

Data analysis and AI-based methods will support engineering decisions. The role emphasizes independent work, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and experience applying AI to technical problems.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field.
• Must be enrolled as a student and not graduate before September 2027.
• Experience with experimental design, data analysis, and research methodologies.
• Experience applying AI, leveraging AI, or data science techniques to analyze data and problems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize semiconductor processes meeting performance requirements.
• Partner with multi-functional process and equipment teams to implement improvements.
• Perform root-cause and failure-mode analyses to identify limitations and corrective actions.
• Conduct fundamental research to support next-generation memory technologies and process innovations.
• Analyze pilot manufacturing data using statistics and AI-enabled tools to support decision-making.

Skills

Experimental design

Data analysis

AI / Data Science techniques

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Ph.D. candidate in a technical discipline

Tools

Python

MATLAB

R

JMP

Job description

Responsibilities

Develop and optimize semiconductor processes that meet physical and electrical performance requirements for current and future memory products. Partner with multi-functional process and equipment engineering teams to identify and implement process improvements. Perform root-cause analysis and failure-mode analysis to identify process limitations and develop corrective actions. Conduct fundamental research to support next-generation memory technologies and process innovations. Analyze pilot manufacturing and technology development data using statistical methods and AI-enabled analytical tools to support engineering decision-making.

Minimum Qualifications

Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related technical field. Must be enrolled as a student and not graduate before September 2027. Demonstrated experience with experimental design, data analysis, and scientific or engineering research methodologies. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Experience Applying Artificial Intelligence, Leveraging AI, or Data Science techniques to analyze data, improve workflows, or support technical problem-solving.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced knowledge of statistics, statistical process control, and model-based problem-solving methodologies. Experience with programming or scripting languages such as Python, MATLAB, JMP, R, or similar analytical tools. Experience Using AI, AI Assisted tools, Large Language Models (LLMs), or Generative AI technologies to improve productivity, automate analysis, or enhance technical decision-making. Understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes with deeper expertise in at least one process area. Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical data into actionable recommendations and communicate findings to diverse technical audiences.

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.

To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers.