Internship-Optical Modeling and Simulation Engineering

ASML • San Jose, CA

3d

About The Position

The Optical Modeling and Simulation Engineering Intern contributes to research in optical metrology and sensor technologies supporting semiconductor manufacturing systems. The internship focuses on optical modeling, nano-optics, photonics, and computational electromagnetics. The intern collaborates with researchers and engineers developing simulation and optimization methodologies for modeling light-matter interactions at sub-wavelength scales, applying numerical methods, scientific computing, and optimization techniques to engineering challenges.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a master's degree or PhD in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics, Photonics, or a related technical field.
• Experience through research, coursework, publications, or academic projects involving optics, photonics, or computational physics.
• Strong understanding of computational electromagnetics and numerical solutions to Maxwell's equations.
• Experience developing or applying Finite-Difference Time-Domain (FDTD) methods or similar electromagnetic simulation techniques.
• Knowledge of semiconductor nanofabrication processes, such as lithography, deposition, dry etching, and chemical mechanical polishing (CMP).
• Proficiency with scientific programming using Python, MATLAB, C, or C++.
• Familiarity with Linux or Unix operating systems and high-performance computing (HPC) environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop computational methods and software capabilities for optical simulation and optimization.
• Create and enhance numerical models that characterize light-matter interactions at nanometer scales.
• Design and perform simulation studies to evaluate concepts and quantify performance improvements.
• Analyze simulation data and interpret technical results using scientific and engineering principles.
• Collaborate with researchers and engineers to address optics and photonics challenges.
• Document technical findings and communicate results through reports, presentations, and technical discussions.
• Contribute to research and innovation projects supporting future optical metrology technologies.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern