Summer 2027 - REL and Failure Analysis Internship

onsemi; Hopewell Junction (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical benefits

Flexible work hours

ERGs and networking events

Job summary

onsemi East Fishkill is seeking a Reliability Testing & Failure Analysis Intern to support reliability engineering for semiconductor products. You will gain hands-on experience in testing, data analysis, and failure isolation while collaborating with test and reliability teams.

The internship offers exposure to advanced reliability methodologies, project involvement with cross-functional engineers, and potential pathways to full-time roles within a global semiconductor company.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Coursework in semiconductor devices or microelectronics is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute standard reliability tests using reliability test equipment.
• Collaborate with test and reliability teams to establish methodologies.
• Perform hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and debugging of setups.
• Analyze reliability data from look-ahead silicon and product development.
• Support failure analysis, device characterization, and imaging techniques.
• Document procedures, results, and findings for qualification efforts.
• Present updates to engineering teams at internship end.

Skills

Analytical

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Job Description

An internship at onsemi offers a dynamic opportunity to gain hands-on experience through real-world projects that drive innovation in the semiconductor industry. Interns are entrusted with meaningful responsibilities and exposed to cutting-edge technologies, fostering both technical skill development and professional growth.

An internship at onsemi offers a dynamic opportunity to gain hands-on experience through real-world projects that drive innovation in the semiconductor industry. Interns are entrusted with meaningful responsibilities and exposed to cutting-edge technologies, fostering both technical skill development and professional growth. onsemi views internships as a strategic pipeline for entry-level career positions, providing a collaborative and inclusive environment where interns work alongside diverse teams and contribute to high-impact initiatives. The company’s commitment to sustainability, including its goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2040, enables interns to engage in projects that align with global environmental priorities.

Key benefits include:

• Competitive compensation and medical benefits
• Flexible work hours aligned with academic schedules
• Access to Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) which foster a sense of belonging and provide opportunities for mentorship and community engagement
• Networking events, professional development workshops, and project showcases that build career readiness and visibility across the organization

Internship roles span multiple disciplines including engineering, business operations, data analytics, and finance, and are designed to align with onsemi’s strategic goals of innovation and workforce development. Structured programs such as rotational field sales and finance analyst tracks offer additional career pathways for interns transitioning into full-time roles.

onsemi's East Fishkill (EFK) site is seeking a highly motivated Reliability Testing & Failure Analysis Intern to support reliability engineering activities for semiconductor products. This internship offers hands‑on experience in reliability testing, failure analysis, and silicon characterization while working alongside test engineering and reliability engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute standard reliability tests using reliability test equipment.
• Collaborate with test engineering and reliability engineering teams to establish, optimize, and document reliability test methodologies.
• Perform hands‑on testing, troubleshooting, and debugging of reliability test setups and processes.
• Collect, analyze, and report reliability data from look‑ahead silicon and product development activities.
• Support failure analysis activities, including device characterization, failure isolation, and imaging techniques.
• Document test procedures, results, and findings to support engineering and product qualification efforts.
• Present project updates and findings to engineering teams at the conclusion of the internship.

Qualifications

Qualifications – External

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Academic coursework in semiconductor devices, microelectronics, electronics, or related technical subjects.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in semiconductor reliability, device physics, failure analysis, or product engineering.
• Familiarity with laboratory test equipment and data analysis tools.
• Experience working on engineering projects, research, or laboratory assignments.

What You'll Gain

• Hands‑on experience supporting semiconductor reliability and failure analysis activities.
• Exposure to advanced reliability testing methodologies and semiconductor failure isolation techniques.
• Opportunities to collaborate with experienced engineers on meaningful projects that contribute to product quality and reliability.
• Real‑world experience supporting engineering initiatives within a global semiconductor company.

onsemi is excited to share the base salary range for this position is $26.00 -$44.00 per hour exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. The final pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, education, experience, and/or consideration of internal equity of our current team members. We also offer a competitive benefits package. https://www.onsemi.com/site/pdf/Benefits-Summary-USA.pdf

Here at onsemi we take great pride in our internship program and the efforts we take to provide students with hands‑on industry experience. We provide competitive pay medical benefits, various networking event opportunities, and flexible hours based on school schedule.

About Us

onsemi (Nasdaq: ON) is driving disruptive innovations to help build a better future. With a focus on automotive and industrial end-markets, the company is accelerating change in megatrends such as vehicle electrification and safety, sustainable energy grids, industrial automation, and 5G and cloud infrastructure. With a highly differentiated and innovative product portfolio, onsemi creates intelligent power and sensing technologies that solve the world’s most complex challenges and leads the way in creating a safer, cleaner, and smarter world.

More details about our company benefits can be found here:

https://www.onsemi.com/careers/career-benefits

About The Team

We are committed to sourcing, attracting, and hiring high-performance innovators, while providing all candidates a positive recruitment experience that builds our brand as a great place to work.

onsemi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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