Process & Materials Engineering Intern

FormFactor Inc. • Livermore, CA

3d • $26 - $34

About The Position

In this position, the Process & Materials Engineering Intern will work with FormFactor’s R&D Team to support the MEMS development and material characterization to improve current capabilities. The intern will apply fundamental semiconductor processing and material science principles to perform material analysis, conduct design of experiments, collect and analyze data, and present results in a technical report. This role provides exposure to semiconductor processing, MEMS development, and material science.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years toward a bachelor’s degree (B.S.) Material Science Engineering or a related field.
• Strong hands-on chemistry or material science lab experience.
• Basic understanding of photolithography process.
• Hands‑on experience handling semiconductor wafers preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented, fast‑paced engineering environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Developing High Aspect Ratio MEMS structures.
• Analyze MEMS structure under SEM for cross-section profile.
• Research and review potential new materials to improve current MEMS probes.
• Perform general material characterization techniques.
• Support failure analysis and root‑cause investigations.
• Write technical reports, summaries, and training documentation.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• disability coverage
• a 401(k) with company match
• employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
• paid time off
• quarterly profit-sharing bonuses
• flexible spending or savings accounts

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees