Summer 2026 - Computational Lithography / Patterning Intern(7352)
About The Position
Join our cutting-edge R&D team as a Research Intern, where you'll contribute to the future of semiconductor manufacturing through advancements in nanopatterning. Lithography patterning is a critical process at the forefront of semiconductor technology, and you'll play a pivotal role in pushing its boundaries. This is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the development of advanced numerical algorithms and robust software architectures, deploying them on state-of-the-art computational hardware. Your work will directly support our scientific and engineering objectives, driving innovation in an essential industry.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a PhD in a highly relevant field such as Physics, Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
- Excellent programming skills with demonstrated proficiency in high-level languages (e.g., C, C++, Fortran, Python).
- Strong technical problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proven ability to efficiently learn and address complex new topics.
- Highly self-driven, proactive, and capable of focused, innovative, analytical work, eager to translate novel ideas into tangible solutions.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, enabling clear articulation of complex technical concepts and seamless collaboration within a research team.
Nice To Haves
- Foundational knowledge in optics or electromagnetism is a significant advantage.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement leading-edge software solutions for nanopatterning, encompassing sophisticated modeling of e-beam, lithography, resist, and etching processes.
- Research and develop novel resolution enhancement techniques specifically for low-k1 lithography patterning, addressing critical industry challenges.
- Contribute to the development and ongoing maintenance of our in-house lithography and etching simulation software suite.
- Perform in-depth analysis of simulation and experimental data, synthesizing scientific theories to propose and implement innovative theoretical or empirical solutions.
- Proactively seek out and evaluate new ideas from academic conferences and research papers, identifying opportunities to integrate cutting-edge concepts into our production workflows.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
