Intern - Process Development Engineer, Planar DRAM CMP

Micron; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Robust paid time-off program

Paid holidays

Job summary

Micron in Boise, Idaho, is seeking a highly motivated graduate student or early-career researcher to contribute to CMP process development and optimization. You will work with engineering teams to evaluate chemistries, processes, and hardware, while applying AI-assisted data analysis to improve decision making and documentation.

The role emphasizes independent work, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects; a PhD-level background in chemical engineering, chemistry or

Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science or related STEM field, expected graduation after Sep 2027.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills demonstrated in academics or research.
• Ability to work independently with multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience creating technical presentations, reports, and research documentation.
• Working knowledge of organic, inorganic, surface chemistry, electrochemistry, or materials science.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering teams to develop CMP processes, chemistries, and hardware platforms for future semiconductor technology nodes.
• Conduct fundamental research, process characterization, and data analysis to support development and optimization activities.
• Assist with projects aimed at improving process capability, productivity, and contamination control.
• Utilize AI-enabled tools to analyze data, improve workflows, and support decisions.
• Prepare and present technical reports and recommendations to engineering and research teams.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent work

Technical reporting

AI tools familiarity

Education

M.S. or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering/Chemistry/Materials Science

Tools

Copilot / AI-assisted tools

Job description

Responsibilities

Collaborate with engineering teams to develop and evaluate CMP processes, chemistries, and hardware platforms for future semiconductor technology nodes. Conduct fundamental research, process characterization, and data analysis to support process development and optimization activities. Assist with projects focused on improving process capability, productivity, efficiency, contamination control, and surface/interface characterization. Utilize AI-enabled and AI-assisted tools to analyze experimental data, improve workflow efficiency, and support process development decisions. Prepare and present technical reports, experimental results, and recommendations to engineering and research teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an M.S. or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related STEM field, with an expected graduation date after September 2027.
• Demonstrated academic or research experience in a STEM field with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience creating technical presentations, reports, and research documentation.
• Working knowledge of at least one of the following areas: organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, surface chemistry, electrochemistry, or materials science.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of integrated circuit processing, semiconductor manufacturing, and semiconductor device fundamentals.
• Prior experience with Chemical Mechanical Polishing (CMP) processes, equipment, or research activities.
• Experience applying AI, Generative AI, AI Assistant, or AI-supported tools such as Microsoft Copilot to improve analysis, documentation, or research productivity.
• Experience building, evaluating, or utilizing AI-enabled applications, agents, or Large Language Models (LLMs) in research or engineering environments.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in both individual and team-based technical settings.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget.
• Benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave.
• 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.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

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.

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