Software Engineer, AI Research Summer 2027 Intern

TEL Technology & AI Design, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

TEL Technology AI and Design, Inc invites applications for a Summer 2027 Internship in San Jose, CA. Interns will work on meaningful AI research projects, applying Lean thinking and contributing to the roadmap while developing professionally.

Candidates should be pursuing MS/PhD or be rising seniors, with proficiency in Python or C/C++ and strong algorithmic and communication skills. The role emphasizes collaboration, code translation, and learning across our Silicon Valley lab.

Qualifications

• Graduate-level degree preferred (MS/PhD).
• Strong Python and/or C/C++ skills.
• Ability to read and modify existing codebases.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to learn and translate ideas into code.
• Team player with cross-cultural collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Drive development of assigned research tasks.
• Research and propose solutions to assigned research topics.
• Convert ideas to code in existing and new code bases.
• Actively share research topics and insights with TTAD team.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Algorithmic thinking

Technical communication

Team collaboration

Learning mindset

Education

MS/PhD preferred

Bachelor's level considered

Tools

Git

Code reading

Job description

Summer 2027 Internship

Duration: Monday, May 17th- August 20th, 2027

Location: San Jose, CA

What You Can Expect

Meaningful Project Work: Every Intern is assigned a project that delivers value to the business.

Lean Thinking: Interns are expected to apply Lean principles and continuous improvement thinking throughout their project work; Lean training and resources will be provided.

Our Goal is to provide interns with meaningful, hands‑on experiences that contribute to business objectives while supporting their professional development.

About TEL

Tokyo Electron (TEL) is a leader in semiconductor manufacturing equipment. We provide key parts of the manufacturing process for the world’s largest foundries.

TEL Technology AI and Design Inc is our Silicon Valley AI lab, where we do groundbreaking, long‑term research and technology development in AI/ML for semiconductor equipment.

We are looking for a new team member who can contribute to our AI research roadmap.

TTAD fosters a creative culture where ideas are freely exchanged inside our lab and with our colleagues around the world.

TTAD Requirements

• Creative, out-of-the-box thinker
• Good communicator who works well in a team and across cultural barriers
• Low prestige problem solver: willing to be wrong and accept a better solution
• Productive in translating ideas to code
• Present to support colleagues – gives freely of own time
• Interested in learning, e.g. a complex application domain, new programming languages

Role Requirements

• Proficiency in Python and/or C/C++; ability to read and modify existing codebases.
• High proficiency in algorithmic thinking and software development
• High familiarity with current AI approaches and research
• Clear written and verbal communication for producing technical deliverables.
• Graduate level (M.S. or Ph.D.) preferred, strong candidates who are rising Junior or Senior level
• Bachelor’s level students in the named fields will be considered

Role Responsibilities

• Drive development of assigned research tasks
• Research and propose solutions to assigned research topics
• Convert ideas to code in a productive and flexible manner, in existing and new code bases
• Actively contribute to TTAD knowledge accumulation by sharing research topics and insights with team

Equal Employment Opportunity

TEL US is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Aff...

Company Culture & Learning

Subsidiary TEL Technology & AI Design, Inc. We make innovation possible.

At TEL, We're committed to advancing future technologies and success starts with a community of talented individuals.

Our global workforce of over 20,000 employees is embracing the challenge of a rapidly evolving tech landscape.

Your growth fuels our progress.

Our 360-degree learning approach ensures there's something for every style from interactive classes and on the job training to formal programs led by certified technical experts and organizational development professionals.

You'll continue building your skills and nurturing your curiosity.

To support your journey, TEL offers educational reimbursement to help you reach your learning goals.

Diversity creates an innovative culture.