Semiconductor Foundry Intern (Summer 2027)

Prattwhitney; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX is seeking a student intern to support wafer fabrication and analysis in a cleanroom environment. You will handle GaAs and GaN wafers and assist with lithography, deposition, and etch processes while performing optical microscope inspections and SEM imaging.

The role emphasizes data analysis, failure analysis, and problem solving, with multiple hands-on learning opportunities in wafer fabrication techniques.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's or graduate degree in a STEM major.
• Must have a minimum of 30 credit hours by the start of the internship.

Responsibilities

• Work in a cleanroom environment and handle GaAs and GaN wafers.
• Assist with lithography, deposition, and etch processes.
• Perform and document optical microscope inspections and SEM imaging.
• Conduct failure analysis and data analysis.

Skills

Wafer handling

Microscope analysis

Data analysis

Cleanroom environment

Education

Pursuing STEM degree (Bachelor's or higher)

Tools

Optical microscope

Scanning electron microscope

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-21 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-ANDOVER-AR2 ~ 362 Lowell St ~ AR2 PLYMOUTH BLDG Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX. At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

What You Will Do

• Work in a cleanroom environment
• Handle GaAs and GaN wafers
• Assist with various lithography, deposition, and etch processes
• Perform and document optical microscope inspections
• Perform scanning electron microscope imaging
• Failure analysis and Data analysis

What You Will Learn

• Wafer fabrication techniques such as lithography, deposition and etch processes
• Optical and scanning electron microscope imaging techniques
• Data analysis and trouble-shooting techniques

Qualifications You Must Have

• Must be pursuinga Bachelor’s or graduate degree in aScience, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) major.
• Must have a Minimum of 30 hours of credit by the start of the internship session.

Qualifications We Prefer

• High level of intellectual curiosity
• Interest in semiconductor processing
• Strong academic background
• Good written and oral communication skills

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as: Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 37,000 USD - 82,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• long-term disability
• 401(k) match
• flexible spending accounts
• flexible work schedules
• employee assistance program
• Employee Scholar Program
• parental leave
• paid time off
• holidays

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

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RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.