IT Infrastructure & Security Summer Intern

Hemlock Semiconductor • Hemlock, MI

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About The Position

Hemlock Semiconductor (HSC) is a global provider of hyper-pure polysilicon used in the semiconductor and solar industries. The IT Infrastructure & Security Intern works alongside Infrastructure and Security professionals to support operational initiatives, identify process improvement opportunities, and develop automation and AI-enabled solutions that improve efficiency, visibility, security, and service delivery. The position provides exposure to enterprise infrastructure, hosting platforms, cybersecurity operations, and modern IT automation technologies in a manufacturing environment.

Tasks and projects are assigned according to the student’s education level, current skills, development opportunities, and business needs. The intern may support infrastructure and security operations, analyze processes and data, design and document approved solutions, contribute to related initiatives, and share project results with technical teams and IT leadership. The intern also participates in project planning, team discussions, research, and knowledge-sharing activities.

Requirements

• Attend a four-year university and pursue a certificate or degree in a similar field of study.
• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale.
• Be a full-time student taking 12 or more credits during fall and winter semesters.
• Be able to work full time during the summer internship.
• Be within driving distance of the site and have reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred fields of study include Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or Information Systems.

Responsibilities

• Learn and support core IT Infrastructure and Security operational processes and technologies.
• Collaborate with infrastructure and security teams to identify opportunities for operational improvement through automation and AI-enabled solutions.
• Analyze processes, workflows, and operational data to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.
• Evaluate and prioritize automation and process improvement ideas based on business value, technical feasibility, and operational impact.
• Design, develop, test, and document approved automation, reporting, or AI-assisted solutions.
• Assist with infrastructure, hosting, monitoring, security, and service management initiatives as assigned.
• Present project results, recommendations, and lessons learned to technical teams and IT leadership.
• Learn project management methodologies and participate in project planning activities.
• Participate in team meetings, technical discussions, and knowledge-sharing activities.
• Research emerging technologies and industry trends related to infrastructure, cybersecurity, automation, and artificial intelligence.
• Develop technical documentation, user guides, process diagrams, and operational procedures.
• Propose innovative solutions aligned with business objectives and the IT roadmap.

Benefits

• Medical benefits may be available, dependent on hours worked.
• Dental benefits may be available, dependent on hours worked.
• Vision benefits may be available, dependent on hours worked.
• 401(k) plan may be available, dependent on hours worked.
• Variable bonus may be available, dependent on hours worked.
• Life insurance coverage may be available, dependent on hours worked.
• Disability benefits may be available, dependent on hours worked.
• PTO may be available, dependent on hours worked.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed