Quality Intern - Summer 2027

Entegris • San Luis Obispo, CA

3d • $20 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Entegris is seeking a Quality Intern to join its San Luis Obispo, California site for Summer 2027. The assignment is intended to last 12–14 weeks and provides hands-on experience with the San Luis Obispo Quality team in a manufacturing environment. The intern will contribute to quality improvement projects, analyze production and defect data, assist with root-cause investigations, and work with Quality Engineers and Operations to improve product quality and manufacturing processes.

The intern must be able to work on-site and be available for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., from May through August. The role is designed for a currently enrolled student pursuing a technical bachelor’s degree with an anticipated graduation date of 2028 or 2029. No prior professional quality or manufacturing experience is required.

The position involves working in both office and manufacturing-floor environments. Physical activities include standing and walking for extended periods, computer work, bending and reaching, moving through manufacturing areas, occasionally lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds, and wearing required personal protective equipment in designated areas. Compensation is listed at $20–$30 per hour, with actual pay dependent on the candidate’s skills.

Requirements

• Must be a currently enrolled student.
• Must be able to work on-site in San Luis Obispo, California, during the internship.
• Must be available to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., from May through August.
• Basic understanding of engineering, manufacturing, or quality principles through coursework, projects, or prior experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to work with data and identify trends.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively with Quality, Engineering, and Operations teams.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation.
• Must be familiar with the university’s requirements to participate in an internship program.
• Must not require Entegris immigration sponsorship now or in the future.
• Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including standing and walking for extended periods, computer work, bending and reaching, occasional lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds, and wearing required PPE.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day manufacturing quality activities with Quality Engineers and production teams.
• Analyze quality data and trends to identify recurring defects, process issues, and improvement opportunities.
• Assist with quality investigations and root-cause analysis for manufacturing issues and nonconforming material.
• Help collect data, track corrective actions, and verify improvements.
• Participate in process improvement projects focused on reducing defects, variation, rework, and waste.
• Help maintain and improve quality documentation, including work instructions, inspection requirements, and quality records.
• Support production-floor quality activities, including inspections, process checks, and issue follow-up.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and other functions on cross-functional quality projects.

Benefits

• Generous benefits as part of a total rewards package, intended to support career development, health, and financial well-being.
• Values-driven culture centered on People, Accountability, Creativity, and Excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern