Optical Modeling & Simulation Intern — Nano-Optics & HPC

ASML; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML in San Jose, CA is seeking an Optical Modeling and Simulation Engineering Intern to contribute to optical metrology and sensor technologies for semiconductor manufacturing. You will work with researchers to apply numerical methods to Maxwell's equations, develop software, and evaluate light-matter interactions at nanoscale.

The role offers hands-on experience in computational physics, Python/MATLAB/C/C++, and Linux environments within a cutting-edge optics research team at ASML.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a master's or PhD in a relevant technical field.
• Strong understanding of optics, photonics, or computational physics.
• Experience with computational electromagnetics and Maxwell's equations.
• Experience with FDTD or similar EM simulation methods.
• Familiarity with semiconductor nanofabrication processes (lithography, deposition, CMP).
• Proficiency in Python/MATLAB/C/C++, and Linux environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced computational methods and software for optical simulation and optimization.
• Create and enhance numerical models of light-matter interactions at nanometer scales.
• Design simulation studies to evaluate concepts and quantify performance improvements.
• Analyze simulation data and interpret results using physical and engineering principles.
• Collaborate with researchers and engineers to solve photonics challenges.
• Document findings and communicate results via reports and talks.
• Contribute to research initiatives and innovation in optical metrology technologies.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

C/C++

Linux/Unix

HPC

Education

Master's or PhD candidate in Physics/Applied Physics/EE/Optics/Photonics

Tools

FDTD

Job description

ASML in San Jose, CA is seeking an Optical Modeling and Simulation Engineering Intern to contribute to optical metrology and sensor technologies for semiconductor manufacturing. You will work with researchers to apply numerical methods to Maxwell's equations, develop software, and evaluate light-matter interactions at nanoscale.

The role offers hands-on experience in computational physics, Python/MATLAB/C/C++, and Linux environments within a cutting-edge optics research team at ASML.