Intern, Mechanical Engineering

ASM • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

ASM is seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineering Intern to join its engineering team and gain hands-on experience supporting the design, integration, testing, and continuous improvement of mechanical systems used in advanced semiconductor equipment. The intern will work alongside experienced engineers and learn how complex equipment is designed, built, tested, and qualified. The position includes a defined technical project with clear objectives and deliverables, mentorship and technical guidance, hands-on engineering activities, and a final presentation of project work and key learnings.

The intern will support mechanical engineering projects involving design and development, engineering calculations and analysis, CAD models and drawings, prototype builds, testing, troubleshooting, and engineering documentation. The role provides exposure to systems such as reactors, vacuum chambers, gas delivery systems, pneumatics, cooling circuits, and vacuum systems, as well as materials, manufacturing methods, tolerances, coatings, and surface finishes. The intern will collaborate with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams and participate in design reviews and technical problem-solving.

This position is specifically designed as a student internship. Candidates should be actively pursuing a Master’s or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline and meet applicable internship eligibility requirements.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Master’s or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Strong interest in mechanical design, semiconductor equipment, advanced manufacturing, or product development.
• Coursework, academic research, laboratory experience, or student projects involving mechanical design and analysis.
• Basic understanding of mechanics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and materials.
• Experience with or exposure to 3D CAD software such as Creo, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar tools.
• Ability to analyze engineering problems, interpret data, and contribute to technical solutions.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn through hands-on engineering work.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional and diverse engineering teams.
• Ability to manage internship project priorities while contributing in a fast-paced engineering environment.
• Meet applicable internship eligibility requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Creo Parametric and/or AutoCAD.
• Coursework, research, or project experience involving complex mechanical systems, thermal systems, fluid systems, vacuum systems, or precision equipment.
• Exposure to semiconductor deposition technologies such as Epitaxy, CVD, ALD, or PVD.
• Cleanroom, laboratory, research, prototype assembly, or hands-on testing experience.
• Familiarity with CNC machining, sheet metal, welding, coatings, or other manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of engineering materials, including metals, plastics, coatings, and surface finishes.
• Exposure to GD&T and ASME Y14.5 principles.
• Experience with engineering analysis, simulation, statistical methods, or model-based problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering projects related to the design, development, testing, and improvement of semiconductor equipment.
• Apply mechanical engineering principles, product requirements, and experimental data to support engineering design decisions.
• Assist with structural, thermal, and fluid dynamics calculations and analysis.
• Create and update 3D CAD models, assemblies, and engineering drawings using Creo Parametric or similar tools.
• Participate in prototype builds, testing, data collection, and evaluation of mechanical designs.
• Support troubleshooting and root-cause investigations for technical or mechanical challenges.
• Support engineering documentation for prototype builds, manufacturing, testing, and design reviews.
• Collaborate with process, electrical, manufacturing, sourcing, and other engineering teams.
• Participate in design reviews, technical discussions, and engineering problem-solving sessions.
• Complete a defined internship project and present the work, findings, and recommendations at the conclusion of the internship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern