About the role#
Entegris is seeking a CMP Pad R&D Summer Intern for our Hillsboro, Oregon site. This is a full-time, 12-14 week assignment during the summer of 2027. You will join the Pad R&D team to assist in the development and evaluation of new materials and technologies for chemical mechanical polishing applications. This role provides hands-on experience in an industrial research environment.
What you'll do#
- Support laboratory experiments focused on new material and product development.
- Prepare samples and conduct material characterization and other laboratory tests.
- Collect, organize, and analyze experimental data to help form technical conclusions.
- Document all experimental procedures and results.
- Communicate your findings to scientists, engineers, and project teams.
- Participate in laboratory safety, organization, and continuous improvement tasks.
What you'll need#
- You are currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
- Bachelor's candidates must have completed at least two years of undergraduate study by the start of the internship.
- Hands-on laboratory experience gained through research, coursework, or previous internships.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in organizing and analyzing data using Microsoft Excel.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative research environment.
- A commitment to safe laboratory practices.
- Note: Entegris does not provide immigration sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.
Location & details#
- Location: Hillsboro, Oregon.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May through August).
- Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
About Entegris
Entegris provides materials and process solutions for the semiconductor and other high-tech industries. Founded in 1966, the company operates globally with a focus on microcontamination control, chemical handling, and advanced materials. It maintains headquarters in Billerica, Massachusetts. The company employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people across its research, manufacturing, and analytical laboratory sites.
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