Optical Engineering Intern

KLA•Ann Arbor, MI
•Onsite

About The Position

KLA is seeking an intern for summer projects in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The intern will contribute to optical and opto-mechanical sub-components for semiconductor inspection tools by designing, modeling, and documenting optical systems. The role offers collaboration with electrical engineering, opto-mechanical engineering, and computer science teams. The intern will use ray-tracing programs such as Zemax and other industry-standard software, and perform hands-on setup and alignment of opto-mechanical subassemblies in a laboratory environment.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in a four-year graduate program in optics or a related field.
  • Have immigration authorization to undertake corporate internship projects.
  • Have taken classes in optical engineering and lens design.
  • Have fundamental knowledge of ray-tracing programs.
  • Demonstrate strong analytical capabilities.
  • Have strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrate perseverance and the ability to collaborate with geographically diverse individuals.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with Zemax.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to optical and opto-mechanical sub-components for KLA inspection tools.
  • Design, model, and document optical systems related to semiconductor inspection.
  • Collaborate with electrical engineering, opto-mechanical engineering, and computer science teams.
  • Use ray-tracing programs such as Zemax and other industry-standard software.
  • Set up and align opto-mechanical subassemblies in a laboratory environment.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits; interns are eligible for some listed benefits.
  • 401(k) with company matching; interns are eligible for some listed benefits.
  • Employee stock purchase program (ESPP); interns are eligible for some listed benefits.
  • Student debt assistance; interns are eligible for some listed benefits.
  • Tuition reimbursement program; interns are eligible for some listed benefits.
  • Development and career growth opportunities and programs.
  • Financial planning benefits.
  • Wellness benefits, including an employee assistance program (EAP).
  • Paid time off and paid company holidays.
  • Family care and bonding leave.
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