About the role#
Entegris is seeking a Quality Intern for our site in San Luis Obispo, California. This internship runs for 12 to 14 weeks during the Summer 2027 season. You will gain hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment by working directly with our Quality team, Engineering, and Operations departments to support product quality and process improvements.
What you'll do#
- Support daily manufacturing quality tasks alongside Quality Engineers and production teams.
- Analyze production data and trends to find recurring defects, process issues, and areas for improvement.
- Assist with quality investigations and root-cause analysis for manufacturing issues and nonconforming material.
- Help track corrective actions by collecting data and verifying improvements.
- Participate in projects aimed at reducing defects, rework, waste, and process variation.
- Maintain and update quality documentation including work instructions and inspection requirements.
- Perform production-floor activities such as inspections, process checks, and issue follow-up.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on various quality projects.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, or a related technical field.
- Expected graduation date in 2028 or 2029.
- Basic understanding of manufacturing, engineering, or quality principles gained through coursework or projects.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify data trends.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Clear communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
- Ability to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., between May and August.
- Familiarity with your university’s internship program requirements.
- No prior professional quality or manufacturing experience is required.
- Physical ability to stand and walk for extended periods, sit at a computer, bend, reach, and lift up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment while in manufacturing areas.
- Please note that Entegris does not provide immigration sponsorship for this role now or in the future.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site position located in San Luis Obispo, California.
- The internship is full-time for the Summer 2027 term.
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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