Module Engineer PhD Intern New 2027

Intel•Hillsboro, OR
•Onsite

About The Position

As a Module Engineering PhD Intern, you will contribute to developing and optimizing manufacturing processes for a specific semiconductor production module. The role includes sustaining and improving manufacturing equipment performance, troubleshooting issues, and supporting qualification efforts. This hands-on internship provides an opportunity to apply academic knowledge, build practical skills, and explore future career possibilities in a technology-focused environment. Intel Foundry advances semiconductor manufacturing technologies and delivers solutions for customers worldwide. In this role, you will join a team focused on optimizing manufacturing processes and sustaining high-performance equipment, contributing to semiconductor production and process improvement.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a PhD in Physics, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or a semiconductor-related STEM field.
  • Experience in plasma etch (ICP/RIE/ALED/DRIE/CCP), cleanroom and fabrication work, and process development and optimization.
  • Experience with materials and device characterization techniques, including SEM, TEM, CD SEM, AFM, XPS, and SIMS.
  • Knowledge of large-data statistical analysis or machine learning focused on process optimization, advanced process control (APC), and variability reduction.

Nice To Haves

  • Understanding of JMP, Python, or MATLAB for data-based decisions in process optimization and matching.
  • Prior internship at semiconductor manufacturing or foundry companies, or equipment suppliers.
  • GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Responsibilities

  • Support the development and optimization of semiconductor manufacturing processes for a specific module.
  • Sustain and improve manufacturing equipment performance to ensure operational efficiency and reliability.
  • Assist with equipment troubleshooting, maintenance, and qualification activities to meet production standards.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance process control methodologies and achieve production goals.
  • Apply statistical analysis and experimental design techniques to improve process reliability and throughput.
  • Gain hands-on experience with materials and device characterization techniques, such as SEM and TEM.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for process control systems and methodologies.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Stock bonuses
  • Health benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Vacation
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