Internship- Imaging product engineer

ASML; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML is seeking an Imaging Engineering Intern in San Jose to work with experienced engineers on deep ultraviolet and extreme ultraviolet imaging concepts. You will evaluate imaging techniques, perform feasibility studies, and contribute to software solutions for customers in semiconductor manufacturing.

The role offers exposure to computational lithography, imaging algorithms, and product development within a collaborative engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in CS, EE, physics, applied mathematics, or optical engineering.
• Hands-on coursework or projects related to imaging, lithography, simulation, or data analysis.
• Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, or similar environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support imaging product engineering activities focused on computational lithography.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to investigate concepts and develop software capabilities.
• Conduct feasibility studies of DUV and EUV imaging technologies; analyze simulation results.
• Develop and enhance software features meeting customer requirements and product specs.
• Create technical documentation including user guides and engineering reports.
• Present findings from simulations to engineering teams and stakeholders.
• Assist with prototype testing and data-driven evaluation of imaging concepts.

Skills

Data analysis

Modeling

Simulation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS/EE/Physics/Applied Mathematics/Optical Engineering

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Introduction

Introduction The Imaging Engineering Intern role supports ASML's mission to advance lithography technology through innovative software and imaging solutions. You will work with experienced engineers to evaluate advanced deep ultraviolet (DUV) and extreme ultraviolet (EUV) imaging concepts, perform feasibility studies, and contribute to software solutions that help customers tackle increasingly complex semiconductor manufacturing challenges. This internship provides valuable exposure to computational lithography, imaging algorithms, simulation technologies, and product development in a collaborative engineering environment.

Roles and Responsibilities

As a Imaging Engineering Intern, you will support imaging product engineering activities focused on computational lithography and advanced scanner technologies. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to investigate new concepts, develop software capabilities, and generate data-driven insights that support future product innovation.

• Conduct feasibility studies related to advanced DUV and EUV imaging technologies.
• Support computational lithography investigations through modeling, simulation, and data analysis.
• Perform prototype testing and generate technical data to evaluate imaging concepts and software features.
• Develop and enhance software functionality that meets customer requirements and product specifications.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including user guides and engineering reports.
• Analyze simulation results and communicate findings to engineering teams.
• Collaborate with software engineers, imaging specialists, and product teams to support ongoing development efforts.

Education and Experience

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree or master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Optical Engineering, or a related technical field. Junior, senior, or graduate-level student. Experience through coursework, research, academic projects, or internships related to imaging, lithography, simulation, software development, or data analysis. Familiarity with technical computing tools such as Python, MATLAB, or similar programming environments. Exposure to machine learning, optimization methods, scientific computing, or data analytics is preferred.

Inclusion and diversity

ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.

ASML is a leading supplier of lithography equipment, used by the world’s top chipmakers to print microchips that are increasingly powerful, fast and energy efficient.

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We’re a global team of more than 32,000 people from 122 different nationalities and counting. Headquartered in Europe’s top tech hub, the Brainport Eindhoven region in the Netherlands, our operations are spread across Europe, Asia and the US.