Intern - Process Development Engineer, Planar DRAM CMP

Micron Technology; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Micron Technology is seeking a research-oriented candidate in Idaho to work with the CMP Process Group on developing and optimizing CMP processes for future semiconductor technology nodes. You will collaborate with engineers and scientists, apply experimentation and data analysis, and use AI-assisted tools to improve research outcomes.

The role targets candidates pursuing an MS or PhD in a related STEM field, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent work

Prioritization

Technical reporting

Education

MS or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science or related STEM

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 Chemical Mechanical Polishing (CMP) Process Group focuses on evaluating next-generation hardware platforms and process chemistries that enable future semiconductor technology nodes. The team performs fundamental research, chemistry development, and process characterization to support the advancement of integrated circuit manufacturing. Through close collaboration with engineering and research teams, the group drives innovation in process capability, productivity, and manufacturing excellence.

In this role, you will work alongside Micron engineers and scientists to develop and optimize CMP processes that meet device performance requirements for future technology generations. You will help build new processes and support continuous improvement by using experimentation, data analysis, and characterization techniques. You will apply AI-enabled tools to develop better research and development outcomes.

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.

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.

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