Wafer Fab Materials Summer Intern (May-Aug '27)

Skyworks; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. is seeking a motivated student intern for the Wafer Fab Materials team to assist in improving material planning efficiencies and supply chain processes.

You will work closely with procurement, quality, and yield engineering to support qual/material approvals and optimize supplier performance in a fast-paced semiconductor manufacturing setting. The internship offers hands-on exposure to process improvement, digital transformation, and governance of MRP planning while

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, business analytics, supply chain, or engineering management.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate complex processes and datasets to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.
• Capable of critical thinking and independent problem solving related to process optimization and digitalization initiatives.
• High attention to detail with demonstrated ability to document, analyze, and present findings clearly and accurately.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Familiarity with data analysis and visualization tools such as Power BI, and experience with forecasting, inventory analysis, and MRP concepts.
• Basic understanding or prior exposure to supply chain principles, including manufacturing processes, planning, inventory management, demand forecasting, and MRP.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead a team focused on meeting procurement strategic objectives and coordinates with quality, process, and yield engineering for qual/material approvals.
• Maintain and improve procurement policies, procedures, and systems.
• Collaborate with technical stakeholders to qualify alternative sources for assurance of supply
• Coordinate MRP demand schedules with vendor shipments
• Assesses demand trend, raw material shifts and capacity constraints to identify risks that could affect the continuity of the supply to prevent interruptions as well as excess to prevent obsolescence while planning a reliable and accurate supply
• Oversee Inventory levels, Inventory accuracy, material allocations and E&O.
• Evaluate and measure supplier performance, conduct supplier business reviews and implement improvements.
• Measure spending and savings, set reduction goals and manage projects to achieve success

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Forecasting

Inventory analysis

MRP concepts

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, Business analytics, Supply Chain, or Engineering management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Power BI

Excel

SAP

Python

SQL

VBA

Job description

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution.Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic and detailed-oriented student intern to join our Wafer Fab Materials team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in helping improve material planning efficiencies. You will work closely with our supply chain and material team members to analyze current processes and contribute to solutions that enhance material management and planning performance and streamline operations. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands on experience in semiconductor manufacturing within a cutting edge semiconductor manufacturing environment in the following areas/tasks:

• Gain hands on experience in a cutting edge semiconductor manufacturing environment.
• Work closely with industry professionals and receive mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Gain exposure to real world applications of process improvement and digital transformation in manufacturing operations.
• Contribute to meaningful projects that directly impact manufacturing efficiency, productivity, and operational performance.
• Develop both technical and soft skills, including problem solving, communication, data analysis, and basic project management.
• Opportunity for future career consideration within the company based on performance and business needs.

Internship Duration: May - August 2027

Responsibilities

• Support and lead a team focused on meeting procurement strategic objectives and coordinates with quality, process, and yield engineering for qual/material approvals.
• Maintain and improve procurement policies, procedures, and systems.
• Collaborate with technical stakeholders to qualify alternative sources for assurance of supply
• Coordinate MRP demand schedules with vendor shipments
• Assesses demand trend, raw material shifts and capacity constraints to identify risks that could affect the continuity of the supply to prevent interruptions as well as excess to prevent obsolescence while planning a reliable and accurate supply
• Oversee Inventory levels, Inventory accuracy, material allocations and E&O.
• Evaluate and measure supplier performance, conduct supplier business reviews and implement improvements.
• Measure spending and savings, set reduction goals and manage projects to achieve success

Required Experience and Skills

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, Business analytics, Supply Chain, or Engineering management -focuses on Operations, Supply chain or Business analytics
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate complex processes and datasets to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.
• Capable of critical thinking and independent problem‑solving related to process optimization and digitalization initiatives.
• High attention to detail, with demonstrated ability to document, analyze, and present findings clearly and accurately.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Familiarity with data analysis and visualization tools such as Power BI, and experience with forecasting, inventory analysis, and MRP concepts.
• Basic understanding or prior exposure to supply chain principles, including manufacturing processes, planning, inventory management, demand forecasting, and material requirements planning (MRP).

Desired Experience and Skills

• Strong Excel skills.
• Working knowledge or exposure to ERP, MRP systems, including SAP.
• Programming or scripting experience with Python, SQL, VBA, or similar languages.
• Relevant coursework or internship experience in supply chain, Business analytics, or process optimization.

The typical pay range for an Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $29.00 - $49.00 per hour and for a Non-Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $23.00 - $42.00 per hour. Starting pay will depend on level of education, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S.

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].

• Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristic protected by law.

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