2026 Summer RF Engineering Intern - MS/PHD (Santa Clara, CA)
About The Position
Design and develop electrical circuits for plasma chamber biasing and advanced etch applications Generate PCB Gerber files and build prototype circuits using breadboards, hand‑soldering, and machining Perform detailed electrical measurements using: Power supplies Function generators Additional RF/electrical test equipment Develop algorithms and perform scientific computing in Python, MATLAB, or equivalent languages Calibrate and operate optical diagnostics, including laser‑based systems Support development, execution, and analysis of plasma diagnostic techniques, such as: Contribute to R&D projects involving RF power delivery, plasma processing, and vacuum‑related hardware Work closely with senior technical experts in a collaborative, small‑team environment
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Master's or PhD/Doctorate in: Electrical Engineering Applied Physics or Physics Plasma Physics RF Engineering Or a related technical field
- Expected graduation date December 2026 or later
- Minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
- Strong college‑level understanding of electromagnetism and electronic circuits
- Oscilloscopes
- Laboratory electrical measurements
- R&D or engineering laboratory work (academic, work, or extracurricular)
- Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or other scientific programming languages
- Soldering and basic machining skills
- Self-motivated, quick learner, and able to work effectively in a team environment
- Experience in electronic circuit design or hardware development
Nice To Haves
- Experience with RF power delivery or exposure to RF systems
- Background in plasma diagnostics (Langmuir probes, RFEA)
- Familiarity with semiconductor processing plasmas from coursework, research, or lab experience
- Knowledge of vacuum systems or mechanical engineering related to vacuum technology
- Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to present technical data clearly
Responsibilities
- Design and develop electrical circuits for plasma chamber biasing and advanced etch applications
- Generate PCB Gerber files and build prototype circuits using breadboards, hand‑soldering, and machining
- Perform detailed electrical measurements using: Power supplies Function generators Additional RF/electrical test equipment
- Develop algorithms and perform scientific computing in Python, MATLAB, or equivalent languages
- Calibrate and operate optical diagnostics, including laser‑based systems
- Support development, execution, and analysis of plasma diagnostic techniques
- Contribute to R&D projects involving RF power delivery, plasma processing, and vacuum‑related hardware
- Work closely with senior technical experts in a collaborative, small‑team environment
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Career Level
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