Thin Films Module Engineering - PhD Intern

Intel•Hillsboro, OR

4d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Module Engineering PhD Intern, you will help develop and sustain semiconductor manufacturing processes for a specific module. The role includes supporting equipment troubleshooting, performing maintenance and qualification activities, and collaborating with engineering teams to improve process control methodologies. It offers hands-on experience in semiconductor manufacturing and preparation for a future engineering career. The intern will join Intel Foundry’s Manufacturing Development and Customer Engineering (MDCE) team. MDCE improves process capability across multiple technology nodes, from initial product qualification through high-volume manufacturing, with a focus on yield improvement, performance enhancement, variation reduction, and cost reduction. The team works in areas including Diffusion, Dielectrics, Implant, EPI, and FE Metals. This is an on-site role in Hillsboro, Oregon. The ideal candidate is open to a six-month internship schedule beginning in Spring 2027 and continuing through December 2027.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a PhD in a relevant STEM discipline, such as Physics, Applied Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience writing software code for applications in the relevant major.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse, high-performing team.
Willingness to work in a cleanroom environment.
Strong attention to detail and a disciplined approach to procedures.
Data-analysis skills, including the ability to construct clear data-based problem statements and design experiments.

Nice To Haves

Experience with data-analysis tools and software such as JMP, Python, Excel, and AI tools.
Ability to summarize data for technical and non-technical audiences.
Openness to a six-month internship schedule beginning in Spring 2027 and running through December 2027.

Responsibilities

Assist with developing and implementing thin film manufacturing processes for a specific module in semiconductor production.
Support troubleshooting and maintenance of manufacturing equipment.
Participate in equipment qualification to ensure compliance with quality and functional standards.
Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize process control methodologies and achieve production targets.
Build working relationships and partner with technology development, high-volume manufacturing, and cross-functional stakeholders.
Analyze data trends, identify process-improvement solutions, and drive automation improvements, using AI where applicable.
Contribute to sustaining and improving manufacturing tools and processes.