Module Engineering PhD Intern

Intel Corporation; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 121,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Intel Corporation's Materials Technology Development is seeking a Summer Intern for 2027 in Assembly Technology Development. You will engage in fundamental research, characterizing materials and failure modes, and helping assess material feasibility for product applications.

As a Module Engineering – Graduate Intern, you will collaborate with suppliers, understand Intel's assembly processes, and contribute to next-generation packaging platform technologies by designing processes and equipment

Qualifications

• Pursuing a full-time Ph.D. in one of the listed disciplines.
• 6+ months to 1+ year of relevant research experience.

Responsibilities

• Characterize materials and identify potential failure modes.
• Collaborate with suppliers to develop material formulations.
• Develop understanding of assembly processes and material interactions.
• Support implementation of material technologies on test vehicles and products.
• Design and develop assembly processes and equipment for next-generation packaging technologies.

Skills

Fundamental research

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Fast learning

Education

Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering

Ph.D. in Chemistry

Ph.D. in Polymer Science/Polymer Chemistry

Ph.D. in Metallurgy/related fields

Job description

Job Details: Job Description

Materials Technology Development (MTD) is looking for a Summer Intern 2027 in Assembly Technology Development (ATD).

As a Module Engineering – Graduate Intern, you will:

• Conduct fundamental research and experimentation to characterize materials, identify potential failure modes, understand structure-property-performance relationships, assess material feasibility for product applications, and provide strategic material technology recommendations.
• Collaborate closely with materials suppliers to develop and source material formulations that meet stringent technology, quality, availability, and cost requirements.
• Develop comprehensive understanding of Intel's assembly processes, material interactions, and their impact on overall product performance.
• Partners with Equipment and Process Engineering teams implement material technologies on test vehicles and products while evaluating their performance metrics.
• Design and develop assembly processes and equipment by applying innovative concepts and novel solutions to enable Intel's roadmap for next-generation assembly packaging platform technologies.

Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Experience would be obtained through a combination of prior education level classes, and current level school classes, projects, research, and relevant previous job and or internship experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: The candidate must be a full-time student pursuing a Ph.D. degree in the following disciplines: Materials Science and Engineering Chemical Engineering Chemistry Polymer Science or Polymer Chemistry Metallurgy or related technical fields
• 6+ months / 1+ years of relevant experience in: Fundamental research and experimentation

Preferred Qualifications: Candidates should also demonstrate the following behavioral traits and skills:

• Technical problem-solving abilities.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Fast-learning capabilities and deep technical expertise in their field.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams.

This position is not eligible for employment-based visa/immigration sponsorship.

Intel sponsors individuals for employment-based visas for positions where we experience a shortage of U.S. workers. These skills shortage roles are typically STEM positions requiring a Master's or PhD degree, or a Bachelor's degree with at least three years of post-degree related job experience. This position does not qualify for Intel sponsorship because it is either a non-STEM position, or a STEM position that only requires a Bachelor's degree and less than three years' experience. For information on Intel's immigration sponsorship guidelines, please see: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/jobs/hiring.html

Job Type and Location

Job Type: Student / Intern

Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location: US, Arizona, Phoenix

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.

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. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.

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

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Our standard internship rates are based on your degree, location, and the job role.

Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location and job role during the hiring process.

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.
• ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.

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