Process Engineering Intern - Summer 2026
About The Position
In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry. In this role you will directly contribute to Lam Research’s ALD (Atomic Layer Deposition) and CVD (Chemical Vapor Deposition) product and process development efforts. You will work directly with experienced process development engineers developing and improving metal and dielectric thin films. Your work will lead to improvements in the equipment and systems that Lam provides to semiconductor manufacturers worldwide.
Requirements
- Must be a Graduate Student (Masters, PhD) in Chemistry, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Materials Science/Engineering.
- Hands-on experience in a laboratory setting working with thin films, semiconductor devices, or solid-state materials.
- Experience with thin film analytical methods such as SEM/TEM, XPS, XRD, 4 pt probe, ellipsometry, SIMS.
- Fluent in English language with strong writing and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in PowerPoint to adequately convey project status, experimental plans and conclusions.
Nice To Haves
- Proficient in carrying out detailed studies of ALD/CVD processes.
- Understanding of chemical mechanisms in semiconductor materials processing.
- Experience with plasma for depositing and etching of thin films.
- Understanding of problem-solving and troubleshooting techniques such as SPC, DOE, 5-why, 8D, fishbones, etc.
Responsibilities
- Plan and execute concept and feasibility studies of novel metal thin film deposition processes, chemistries, and materials.
- Learn to operate laboratory equipment for the deposition and characterization of thin films.
- Work in laboratory and clean-room environments to conduct experiments using laboratory equipment.
- Summarize and analyze experimental test data.
- Present and discuss experimental conclusions with cross-functional teams of engineers and management.
- Conduct and share literature reviews on relevant research topics.
- Participate in customer demos of new processes and equipment.
Benefits
- At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
