About the role#
We are looking for a Product Design R&D Intern to join our team in Colorado Springs for the Summer 2027 season. You will work directly with an R&D engineer on FOUP and wafer microenvironment research for 300mm semiconductor manufacturing. This 12 to 14 week assignment runs from May through August. You will deliver design models, test hardware, and technical recommendations for active product development projects.
What you'll do#
- Plan and run lab experiments to support FOUP and microenvironment purge research.
- Design components like purge diffusers, sensor mounts, and test fixtures using CAD software.
- Build prototypes using 3D printing, machined parts, and purchased components.
- Integrate sensors, wiring, and data acquisition systems.
- Evaluate new concepts using fluid mechanics and analytical tools.
- Compare simulation predictions against physical test data.
- Document methods and results in technical reports.
- Present your findings and recommendations to the engineering team.
- Improve test capabilities, including fixtures, procedures, and lab safety practices.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Physics.
- Graduation date between December 2027 and May 2029.
- Completed coursework in fluid mechanics and mechanical design.
- Experience with 3D CAD, preferably SolidWorks.
- Hands-on building experience from labs, machine shops, 3D printing, or student design teams.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Curiosity, self-motivation, and comfort working in a lab environment.
- Familiarity with electronics, sensors, microcontrollers, and data analysis tools like Python, MATLAB, or Excel is a plus.
- Ability to lift 20 lbs.
Location & details#
- Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May through August).
- Modality: Full-time, on-site, 40 hours per week.
- Eligibility: You must be a currently enrolled student and familiar with your university requirements for internship participation. We do not provide immigration sponsorship for this position.
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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