Semiconductor Chemical Engineering Intern

Rasirc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from senior engineers

Cross-functional exposure

Real product development experience

Cleanroom training

Job summary

RASIRC in San Diego is seeking a Chemical Engineering Intern to support the R&D team in developing and improving liquid generated gas reactants for semiconductor processes. You will work alongside experienced engineers in a fast-paced environment with access to chemical, mechanical, and electromechanical engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities include assisting with the design and development of chemical delivery systems, conducting lab experiments, constructing test manifolds, collecting

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or have obtained a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or related field.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn in a hands-on environment.
• Technical Interest in semiconductor equipment, chemical processes, vapor delivery, or related technologies.
• Ability to follow detailed safety procedures; comfort working around lab equipment and chemical systems.
• Experience or coursework in heat transfer, mass transfer, or fluid systems is beneficial.
• Familiarity with software programming and automation systems is a plus; PLC programming/controls/data acquisition experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support the research, design, and development of chemical delivery systems for semiconductor manufacturing applications.
• Assist with laboratory experiments, prototype development, and performance testing.
• Assist in the design and construction of test manifolds using pumps, valves, regulators, filters, tubing, fittings, sensors, and other system components.
• Assist with selecting materials of construction suitable for corrosive, hazardous, and high-purity chemicals.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data using spreadsheets, statistical tools, or engineering software.
• Develop test plans, procedures, and reports.
• Assist with troubleshooting system issues, identifying root causes, and recommending corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks, test records, and project documentation.
• Follow all laboratory, chemical-handling, environmental, health, and safety procedures.

Skills

Strong communication

Willingness to learn

Lab safety

Teamwork

Analytical skills

LC programming related familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or related field

Tools

PLC programming

Data acquisition systems

Automation software

Job description

RASIRC in San Diego is seeking a Chemical Engineering Intern to support the R&D team in developing and improving liquid generated gas reactants for semiconductor processes. You will work alongside experienced engineers in a fast-paced environment with access to chemical, mechanical, and electromechanical engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities include assisting with the design and development of chemical delivery systems, conducting lab experiments, constructing test manifolds, collecting