About the role#
This internship focuses on computational imaging and metrology within our San Jose office. You will support product engineering activities including simulation, performance analysis, and technology development. You will use scientific and engineering principles to evaluate complex systems and help drive data-based engineering decisions.
What you'll do#
- Simulate imaging and metrology performance across various tool configurations and operating conditions.
- Design and execute studies to evaluate system performance, investigate technical challenges, and support product improvements.
- Analyze simulation results and engineering data to identify trends, root causes, and optimization opportunities.
- Develop key performance indicators and analytical methods to measure system effectiveness.
- Support investigations related to customer-reported technical challenges and performance questions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to develop and validate new product capabilities.
- Document technical findings and communicate recommendations through reports, presentations, and engineering reviews.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree, master's degree, or PhD in Physics, Materials Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related technical discipline.
- Experience through coursework, research, academic projects, or internships involving optics, imaging, metrology, semiconductor technology, or computational modeling.
- Familiarity with simulation techniques, scientific computing, or data analysis methodologies.
- Experience using MATLAB, Python, C, or C++ is preferred.
- Exposure to algorithm development, statistical analysis, or engineering optimization methods is beneficial.
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as sitting, walking, and using computer equipment, with the ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
Location & details#
- Location: San Jose, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Type: Full time, on-site internship.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
About ASML
ASML produces lithography machines used by manufacturers to create microchips. The company provides hardware, software, and services to print patterns on silicon using ultraviolet light. Founded in 1984, it is based in Veldhoven and maintains over 60 locations globally. The organization employs more than 36,000 people across diverse departments including IT, software development, and customer support.
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