About the role#
Entegris is seeking a Formulation Scientist Intern for the Summer 2027 season at our Aurora, Illinois site. This 12 to 14-week assignment involves assisting full-time slurry formulation scientists with research projects in a wet laboratory environment. You will study how slurries and their components interact with various film types to support semiconductor manufacturing.
What you'll do#
- Conduct laboratory experiments safely and efficiently.
- Use laboratory instruments to characterize slurry properties, including pH, conductivity, and particle size.
- Collect and analyze experimental data using statistical tools.
- Maintain accurate documentation of all laboratory activities.
- Prepare experiment summaries that include conclusions and suggestions for next steps.
- Improve data collection methods to enhance quality and integrity.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a student in Chemistry, Biology, or a related field.
- Hands-on experience working in a wet laboratory environment, including sample preparation.
- Skill in using characterization instrumentation for measuring particles, slurries, and chemical compositions.
- Ability to manage projects with minimal guidance from senior scientists.
- Familiarity with your university requirements for participating in a co-op program.
- Ability to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- No requirement for Entegris immigration sponsorship now or in the future.
Location & details#
- Location: Aurora, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May through August).
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time internship.
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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