Module Engineer PhD Intern New 2027

Intel Corporation; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 121,000 - 122,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Vacation included

Job summary

Intel Corporation in Hillsboro, Oregon is seeking a Module Engineering PhD Intern to contribute to the development and optimization of semiconductor manufacturing processes for a specific module. You will sustain and improve equipment performance and assist in troubleshooting and qualification activities in a hands-on internship.

You will work with engineering teams to apply statistical analysis, experimental design, and materials characterization techniques (SEM, TEM) to boost reliability and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a PhD in a semiconductor-related STEM field.
• Experience in plasma etch and cleanroom fabrication.
• Experience in materials and device characterization (SEM, TEM, CD-SEM, AFM, XPS, SIMS).
• Knowledge in large data analysis or Machine Learning focused on process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and optimization of semiconductor manufacturing processes for a specific module.
• Sustain and improve manufacturing equipment performance to ensure efficiency and reliability.
• Assist in equipment troubleshooting, maintenance, and qualification activities.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance process control methodologies.
• Apply statistical analysis and experimental design to improve reliability and throughput.
• Gain hands-on experience with materials and device characterization techniques (SEM, TEM).

Skills

Data analytics

Machine learning

Process optimization

Education

PhD in Physics, Engineering, or related

Tools

JMP

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Job Details: Job Description: The Role and Impact As a Module Engineering PhD Intern, you will actively contribute to the development and optimization of manufacturing processes for a specific module in semiconductor production. Your daily activities will include sustaining and improving manufacturing equipment performance, assisting in troubleshooting issues, and supporting qualification efforts. This hands-on internship offers an exciting opportunity to apply your academic knowledge, gain practical skills, and explore future career possibilities in a dynamic and innovation-driven environment. Business group Intel Foundry is dedicated to advancing semiconductor manufacturing technologies and delivering cutting-edge solutions to meet customer needs worldwide. As part of this organization, you will join a team focused on optimizing manufacturing processes and sustaining high-performance equipment, contributing to Intel's broader mission of driving technological excellence and innovation in semiconductor production.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and optimization of semiconductor manufacturing processes for a specific module.
• Sustain and improve manufacturing equipment performance to ensure operational efficiency and reliability.
• Assist in equipment troubleshooting, maintenance, and qualification activities to meet production standards.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance process control methodologies and achieve production goals.
• Apply statistical analysis and experimental design techniques to improve process reliability and throughput.
• Gain hands-on experience with materials and device characterization techniques, such as SEM and TEM.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for process control systems and methodologies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a PhD degree in Physics, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or a semiconductor related STEM field.
• Experience in Plasma etch (ICP/RIE/ALED/DRIE/CCP), cleanroom and fabrication experience and process development and optimization.
• Experience in materials and device characterization techniques, including SEM, TEM, CD SEM, AFM, XPS, SIMS.
• Knowledge in Large data statistical analysis or Machine Learning with focus on process optimizations, APC and variability reduction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of JMP, Python, or MATLAB to drive data-based decisions in process optimization and matching.
• Prior internship at semiconductor manufacturing and foundry companies or equipment suppliers.
• GPA 3.0 or higher.

Job Type: Student / Intern Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro Additional Locations:

Posting Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust N/A

Benefits We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation.

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $120,898.00-120,902.00 USD

Work Model for this Role This role will require an on-site presence.

Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

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