Semiconductor Yield Improvement Intern

MACOM; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

MACOM in Durham, NC invites you to join our Integration Engineering team as a 12-week Engineering Intern. You will work on real projects, gain hands-on experience in semiconductor manufacturing and process engineering, and collaborate with seasoned engineers and mentors.

During the internship, you will analyze manufacturing data, pilot process improvements, create reports and presentations, and participate in training sessions and networking events.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's, Master’s, or Ph.D. degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Basic understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes and device fundamentals.
• Experience with laboratory, test, or process equipment through coursework or internships.
• Familiarity with data analysis and problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to manage project tasks and meet milestones.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing, yield, and process data to identify opportunities for yield improvement.
• Utilize AOI systems and defect classification tools to identify process-induced defects.
• Investigate defect trends and perform root cause analysis.
• Develop experiments to evaluate process improvements and verify actions.
• Create reports, dashboards, and technical presentations to communicate findings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Project management

Data-driven decision making

Presentation skills

Curiosity and initiative

Education

Materials Science and Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Physics

Chemical Engineering

Related engineering discipline

Tools

JMP

Minitab

Python

MATLAB

R

Excel

Job description

MACOM in Durham, NC invites you to join our Integration Engineering team as a 12-week Engineering Intern. You will work on real projects, gain hands-on experience in semiconductor manufacturing and process engineering, and collaborate with seasoned engineers and mentors.

During the internship, you will analyze manufacturing data, pilot process improvements, create reports and presentations, and participate in training sessions and networking events.