Internship - Material Science, SD Foundation

ASML; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML US, LLC in San Diego invites a Materials Science Engineering Intern to support the Design & Release Support - Materials team in evaluating materials, improving manufacturing processes, and contributing to the quality and performance of semiconductor technologies.

You will design and execute material characterization studies, analyze test results, and collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to drive yield, reliability, and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline.
• Experience with materials characterization, testing, or process analysis through coursework or internships.
• Familiarity with experimental design, data collection, and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute material characterization studies and engineering tests.
• Analyze material properties and manufacturing data to identify trends for improvement.
• Support investigations related to material quality and manufacturing performance.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to address technical challenges.
• Develop and document test methods, procedures, and findings.
• Present data-driven recommendations to engineering stakeholders.
• Contribute to projects focused on improving manufacturing yield, quality, and reliability.

Skills

Material characterization

Data analysis

Experimental design

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science/Engineering

Tools

Material testing equipment

Job description

Introduction

Are you interested in applying materials science principles to solve real-world manufacturing and engineering challenges? As a Materials Science Engineering Intern, you will support the Design & Release Support - Materials team in evaluating materials, improving manufacturing processes, and contributing to the quality and performance of technologies that enable advanced semiconductor systems.

The Materials Science Engineering Intern role provides an opportunity to work closely with experienced engineers on projects that influence product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and material performance. You will gain hands‑on experience designing and executing experiments, analyzing test results, and collaborating with both design and manufacturing teams. This internship offers valuable exposure to the practical application of materials science in a highly innovative engineering environment. The Materials Science Engineering Intern will contribute to projects that help improve manufacturing yield, product reliability, and material qualification processes while developing technical and professional skills.

Roles and Responsibilities

As a Materials Science Engineering Intern, you will support engineering investigations related to materials performance, manufacturing quality, and process improvement. You will work with cross‑functional teams to conduct testing, analyze data, and develop recommendations that help drive engineering decisions.

• Design and execute material characterization studies and engineering tests.
• Analyze material properties, test results, and manufacturing data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Support investigations related to incoming material quality and manufacturing performance.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to address technical challenges and improve product outcomes.
• Develop and document test methods, procedures, and engineering findings.
• Present data‑driven recommendations to engineering stakeholders.
• Contribute to projects focused on improving manufacturing yield, quality, and reliability.

Education and Experience

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience through coursework, laboratory research, academic projects, or internships involving materials characterization, testing, or process analysis.
• Familiarity with experimental design, data collection, and technical documentation.
• Experience analyzing and interpreting engineering data.
• Exposure to manufacturing processes, quality engineering, or materials testing 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.

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