Intern - Process Development Engineer, 3D DRAM Metals

1000 Micron Technology, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 52,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid time-off

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Micron Technology in Boise seeks a PhD candidate to contribute to the 3D DRAM Metals team, developing and optimizing semiconductor processes for high performance.

You will work with engineers across disciplines, perform data-driven investigations, and present findings to leadership. The internship culminates with presenting recommendations to engineering leadership and team members.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Ph.D. program and must not graduate before September 2027.
• Demonstrated experience with experimental design and data interpretation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with root-cause analysis experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize semiconductor processes to meet product requirements for physical and electrical performance.
• Partner with multi-functional process and equipment engineering teams to identify, evaluate, and implement process improvements.
• Perform root-cause analysis, failure-mode analysis, and experimental investigations to address process challenges and improve manufacturing outcomes.
• Analyze statistical data from pilot-scale technology development manufacturing lines and communicate findings through technical reports and presentations.
• Apply AI and AI-assisted tools to enhance data analysis, process optimization, and engineering productivity.

Skills

Experimental design

Data analysis

Statistics

Root-cause analysis

Prioritization

Education

PhD candidate in Materials Science/ Chemical Engineering/ Physics or related

Tools

Python

MATLAB

R

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 Technology is a global leader in innovative memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence. The 3D DRAM Metals team is at the forefront of developing next-generation DRAM technologies, working at the intersection of advanced materials science, process engineering, and semiconductor manufacturing. Team members collaborate across fields to develop scalable solutions that enable future memory innovations. Micron internships provide hands-on exposure to semiconductor process development and manufacturing technology. Interns work closely with experienced engineers on impactful projects that contribute to future product development while gaining valuable technical and professional experience. The internship culminates with the presentation of project findings and recommendations to engineering leadership and team members.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize semiconductor processes to meet product requirements for physical and electrical performance.
• Partner with multi-functional process and equipment engineering teams to identify, evaluate, and implement process improvements.
• Perform root-cause analysis, failure-mode analysis, and experimental investigations to address process challenges and improve manufacturing outcomes.
• Analyze statistical data from pilot-scale technology development manufacturing lines and communicate findings through technical reports and presentations.
• Apply Artificial Intelligence and AI-Assisted tools, where appropriate, to enhance data analysis, process optimization, and engineering productivity.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Ph.D. program, or equivalent advanced degree program, in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related technical field. Must not graduate before September 2027.
• Demonstrated experience with experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation of technical results.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience applying root-cause analysis or model-based approaches to complex technical challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities independently while delivering high-quality results with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of statistics, including experience with statistical process control (SPC) methodologies.
• Programming or scripting experience using languages such as Python, MATLAB, R, or similar technical computing tools.
• General understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes, with deeper knowledge in at least one process area.
• Experience Applying AI or Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to improve research, engineering analysis, process development, or project performance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex technical findings to diverse audiences.

Benefits

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.

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.