OT Automation Engineer Intern

Polar Semiconductor, LLC; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Polar Semiconductor, LLC seeks a computer science/engineering student for a 12- to 13-week on-site internship in Bloomington, MN. The role supports the OT team by building and refining databases/structures and by developing software components.

You will learn MSSQL, C#, and Visual Studio while contributing to web services for an automated material handling system and integrating messaging between applications. Strong communication and independent work are valued.

Qualifications

• Pursuing CS or CE, junior or senior, seeks internship.
• C# required with willingness to learn and apply.
• Experience with .NET Framework/NET Core is a plus.
• Knowledge of gRPC or message queues is beneficial.
• Database experience is advantageous.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop web services in support of the automated material handling system.
• Develop message bus between applications.
• Learn MSSQL structure.
• Learn C# and Visual Studio development environment.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Skills

C#

NET Framework/NET Core

gRPC

Database experience

Communication skills

Independence / Teamwork

Education

Pursuing CS or CE degree

Tools

MSSQL

Visual Studio

Job description

Location: Bloomington, MN| [On-Site] Employment Type: Temporary – 12-13 weeks

About the Role

This internship supports the OT team through the creation and modification of databases/structures.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop web services in support of the automated material handling system
• Develop message bus between applications.
• Learn MSSQL structure
• Learn C# and Visual Studio development environment
• Other Duties as assigned

Qualifications Required

• Junior or senior majoring in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
• C# required
• .NET Framework, .NET Core, beneficial
• gRPC or other message queues, beneficial
• Data base experience, beneficial
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Work independently primary; team skills, secondary

About Us

At Polar Semiconductor, we’re on a mission to fulfill our future as the U.S. based manufacturing partner of choice for differentiated power and sensor technologies. With a $525M investment from the CHIPs Act, the state of Minnesota, and private equity, we are looking for the best in the industry to help Polar transform from a captive fab to a pure-play foundry. We are doubling our manufacturing capacity and investing in advanced BCD and Wide Bandgap technology such as GaN. Polar has a long history in manufacturing automotive grade semiconductors and we are expanding in strategic markets such as national defense and AI data centers. We pride ourselves on state-of-the-art semiconductor manufacturing, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to helping our customers succeed.

What We Offer

Salary: $25.50 - $32.20 per hour.

Pay offered is based on many factors including, but not limited to, the job-related experience, skills, education, and credentials of each candidate.

Benefits & Other Eligible Compensation: Includes 401(k) plan and paid time off.

Polar Semiconductor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

About Minneapolis/St. Paul Area

Our offices and manufacturing facility are located in Bloomington, Minnesota, a suburb of Minneapolis. Living in the Minneapolis / Saint Paul area offers a strong sense of community, a vibrant arts and music scene, and abundant outdoor activities year-round. The city boasts a lower cost of living than many major metros, excellent parks and lakes, and a well-educated workforce with diverse job opportunities. Its distinct seasons bring variety, from colorful autumns to lively summers filled with festivals and waterfront activities. Located in Bloomington, Minnesota, Polar Semiconductor has over 60 years of integrated circuit and power semiconductor experience—but we’re more than just a manufacturing facility. We are a highly specialized pure-play foundry capable of complex, custom orders. Our flexibility and tailored support allow us to collaboratively partner with customers of all sizes, capabilities, and capacities to produce the next wave of industry-disrupting technology. At Polar Semiconductor, talented professionals grow and excel in a progressive, technical environment that empowers you to make the most of your training and experience. Every Polar Semiconductor employee knows that our organizational success requires a solid commitment to the highest quality in every task we undertake and to satisfying our customers with every project, every time. Our team members are encouraged to be proactive in evaluating processes and making improvements, and our culture is inclusive, team-oriented, and open to new ideas and differing viewpoints. To ensure top quality, we provide employees with extensive training and use statistical process control, failure mode effect analysis, and other quality tools as standard practice. We are a dynamic organization, where you can maximize your potential and achieve all of your goals.