[Summer 2027] TSMC AZ Internship Opportunities - Facility Roles

TSMC - Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited; Arizona; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Opportunity to explore other positions

Access to diverse engineering internship opportunities

Job summary

TSMC - Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited is seeking engineering interns in Phoenix, Arizona. Positions available include Facilities Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Gas & Chemical Engineering Internships among others, focusing on the operation and validation of various systems.

Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in relevant engineering disciplines and possess strong communication skills. The internship offers practical experience in a dynamic environment for 10 weeks, fulfilling essential roles in an innovative company.

Qualifications

• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to work full-time on-site for 10 weeks.
• Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Support operation and validation of electrical systems.
• Assist in operation and validation of mechanical systems.
• Collaborate on construction activities for chemical and gas systems.

Skills

Strong communication

Self-motivated learner

Proactive collaboration

Education

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor, Master or Ph.D. program in related engineering fields

Job description

At TSMC Arizona, brilliance can ignite a world of innovation and launch a promising future. The world’s most brilliant innovators entrust us to transform their ideas into world-changing products that impact millions of lives. As long as you have the same passion to pursue excellence, you will find your fit here.

TSMC Arizona engineering departments are looking for engineering talent to join our advanced technology fab, located in sunny Phoenix, Arizona. As a TSMC Intern, you will demonstrate a strong sense of reliability and enthusiasm and will possess an attitude that embodies our core values – Integrity, Commitment, Innovation and Customer Trust.

Job Roles

• Facilities Electrical Engineering Intern

  Support the operation and validation of electrical systems, including 230kV/34.5kV transformers, switchgear, diesel generators, UPS, and transmission lines. Responsibilities include system walkdowns, validation, startups, and developing operations and maintenance documentation. Contribute to special projects within the electrical engineering scope.

• Facilities Mechanical Engineering Intern

  Assist in the operation and validation of mechanical systems, including cleanroom and non-cleanroom HVAC, air abatement, and chilled water systems. Responsibilities include system walkdowns, validation, startups, and creating operations and maintenance documentation. Contribute to special projects within the mechanical engineering scope.

• Facilities Water Treatment Engineering Intern

  Support the operation and validation of water treatment systems, including ultrapure water and wastewater systems. Responsibilities include system walkdowns, validation, startups, and developing operations and maintenance documentation. Contribute to special projects within the water treatment engineering scope.

• Facilities Gas & Chemical Engineering Intern

  Assist in the operation and validation of gas and chemical systems, including pure chemical delivery, slurry chemical delivery, bulk and specialty gases, and chemical waste systems. Responsibilities include system walkdowns, validation, startups, and creating operations and maintenance documentation. Contribute to special projects within the gas and chemical engineering scope.

• Design & Construction Division Engineer Intern
• Chemical System Construction Intern

  Work closely with TSMC construction and engineering teams to manage systems for storing and distributing specialty and bulk chemicals and gases. Oversee construction activities, assist with forecasting, reporting, and work planning, troubleshoot commissioning challenges, resolve field issues, and respond to RFIs to ensure seamless project execution and optimal system performance.

• Civil Structural Architectural (CSA) Intern

  Collaborate with TSMC construction teams and crews to oversee concrete, steel structures, and architectural finishes. Monitor key construction activities, support forecasting and reporting and work planning activities, troubleshoot construction hold-ups and field issues, and respond to RFIs to ensure smooth project execution.

• Electrical Systems Construction Intern

  Collaborate with TSMC construction teams, electrical engineers, and crews on electrical systems ranging from low voltage to high voltage (up to 230kV). Monitor and track electrical installation and troubleshooting activities. Support forecasting, reporting, and work planning efforts with project management. Assist in resolving commissioning issues, field challenges, and responding to RFIs from construction crews.

• Water System Construction Intern

  Collaborate with TSMC construction teams, mechanical and water engineers, and crews on advanced ultra-pure water systems and specialty wastewater treatment systems. Monitor and track construction activities in the field. Support forecasting, reporting, and work planning with project management. Assist in resolving commissioning issues, field challenges, and responding to RFIs from construction crews.

• Mechanical System Construction Intern

  Collaborate with TSMC construction teams, mechanical engineers, and crews on systems such as HVAC, clean room systems, air abatement, and process water systems. Monitor and track construction activities in the field. Support forecasting, reporting, and work planning with project management. Assist in resolving commissioning issues, clean room contamination, field challenges, and responding to RFIs from construction crews.

*Please note that your job responsibilities are not limited to those mentioned above and may include additional duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications for all roles

• Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States and have:
• Must be currently enrolled at an accredited university, in Bachelor, Master or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction or related engineering fields.
• Must be able to work full-time for 10 weeks (40 hours per week) on-site at our Phoenix location from:
  • Semester system: May 24, 2027 to August 6, 2027; June 7, 2027 to August 20, 2027
  • Quarter system: June 14, 2027 to August 27, 2027
• Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing process and design would be a strong add.
• Flexibility to change priorities and responsibilities to support business needs.
• The candidate will be expected to be self-motivated learner, good at proactive collaboration, and should get the opportunity to work in a team presenting and discussing their work and ideas.
• Strong communication, computer, presentation, listening, working with others needed to contribute to the team and TSMC Arizona’s culture.
• Some roles may require the ability to:
  • (a) Lift weights in accordance with applicable regulations and safety guidelines, including NIOSH lifting recommendations.
  • (b) Able to work in a cleanroom environment, gowning up in coveralls, hoods, boots, safety glasses and gloves. Spend significant amount of time on the factory floor working on the tools

Work Location

Phoenix, AZ

Travel

May require travel dependent on business needs.

Relocation assistance available

By applying for these roles, you’ll also be considered for other positions that align with your qualifications. If we find your skills and experience to be a good match, we may reach out with other opportunities to explore.

In addition to the positions listed above, we offer a variety of engineering internship opportunities across multiple fields. If you’re passionate about exploring new challenges and advancing your career, we welcome you to apply!

*All positions may require access to export controlled technical data. Non-U.S. Persons may require an export license. U.S. Persons include United States citizens, lawful permanent residents, and persons admitted to the United States as a refugee or asylee.