About the role#
As a Mechanical Engineering intern, you will join our team to help develop components for lithography systems and associated tooling. You will focus on sub-systems involving robotics, mechatronics, precision mechanics, or opto-mechanics. This role provides an opportunity to contribute to high-precision technology while working alongside design engineers and system architects in a multidisciplinary environment.
What you'll do#
- Translate functional requirements into technical specifications.
- Collaborate with project teams to develop new concepts.
- Perform engineering analysis and build or test prototypes.
- Generate detailed CAD designs and create engineering drawings.
- Partner with suppliers to support system integration and testing.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD program in Mechanical Engineering with at least one year completed.
- Strong background in mechanical design, including kinematics, dynamics, material properties, and structural analysis.
- Proficiency in 3D solid modeling for design conceptualization.
- Experience with mechanical analytical techniques, such as first-principle equations and Finite Element Analysis.
- Ability to derive conclusions from data and provide practical recommendations.
- Strong technical writing and communication skills in English.
Location & details#
- Location: Wilton, Connecticut.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Availability: Must be available for a 12-week session starting June 2, 2027, or June 14, 2027.
- Work Modality: This is a full-time, on-site 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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