MMIC Yield Improvement intern

MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc. • Durham, NC

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About The Position

MACOM (NASDAQ: MTSI) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced semiconductor products across a diverse range of end markets, including Data Centers, Telecommunications, Industrial and Aerospace and Defense. We develop innovative, cutting-edge technologies and products across the spectrum of radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave, photonics and high-speed analog technologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructure applications like artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, satellite communications, radar, unmanned aerial vehicles, medical equipment, test and measurement and advanced wireless networks.

MACOM has more than 75 years of expertise in semiconductor process development, wafer fabrication, circuit design, advanced packaging, systems architecture and applications engineering. We are committed to our customers’ success. We partner with customers to help solve their most challenging problems by providing semiconductor solutions that are at the forefront of the highest power, highest frequency and/or highest data rates.

Leading technologies, innovative products and driven employees. Come be a part of MACOM and help advance the next generation of connectivity infrastructure!

Integration Engineering Intern
We are seeking a motivated and curious Engineering Intern to join our Integration Engineering team. This internship offers hands-on experience in solving real-world engineering challenges, contributing to active projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Intern will gain exposure to the full product flow and be able to contribute/lead improvement projects.

During the 12-week internship, each intern will:
• Be assigned a well-defined engineering project with clear objectives, deliverables, and measurable success criteria.
• Gain hands-on experience in semiconductor manufacturing and process engineering.
• Work closely with experienced engineers and technical mentors.
• Participate in technical training sessions and professional development workshops.
• Attend intern networking and social events.
• Present project results, lessons learned, and recommendations during the end-of-program Poster Session.
• Receive formal performance feedback and career development guidance.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree in: Materials Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemical Engineering, or Related engineering discipline
• Basic understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes and device fundamentals.
• Experience with laboratory, test, or process equipment through coursework, research, or prior internships.
• Familiarity with data analysis, statistical methods, and problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to manage project tasks and meet established milestones.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework or project experience in semiconductor fabrication, microelectronics, materials characterization, or device physics.
• Experience with statistical analysis tools such as JMP, Minitab, Python, MATLAB, R, or Excel.
• Knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE), Statistical Process Control (SPC), or Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Familiarity with yield analysis, failure analysis, or defect inspection techniques.
• Exposure to automated inspection systems, image analysis, or manufacturing process monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing, yield, and process data to identify opportunities for yield improvement and defect reduction.
• Utilize Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) systems and defect classification tools to identify and characterize process-induced defects.
• Investigate defect trends and perform root cause analysis using statistical and engineering methodologies.
• Develop and execute experiments to evaluate process improvements and verify corrective actions.
• Create reports, dashboards, and technical presentations to communicate findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with Process Engineering, Manufacturing, Yield Enhancement, Quality, and Product Engineering teams.
• Drive an individual improvement project and present results to engineering leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed