About the role#
GlobalFoundries is looking for a Maintenance Technician Intern to support operations at our Fab 8 facility in Malta, New York. You will work alongside production team members, technicians, and engineers in a 300mm semiconductor manufacturing environment. This role provides hands-on experience with equipment maintenance, process monitoring, and troubleshooting in a technical setting.
What you'll do#
- Perform preventive maintenance and recover equipment from process interruptions using hand tools and measurement devices.
- Monitor equipment performance by reviewing Statistical Process Control charts and performing visual quality inspections.
- Process wafers using defined procedures and document material properties.
- Complete maintenance records and reports using factory-specific software.
- Work safely within a cleanroom environment.
- Participate in continuous improvement projects and skills development.
- Support an alternating 12-hour shift schedule as assigned.
- Follow all Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security requirements.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing an associate’s degree in a field such as Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
- You maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA and are in good academic standing.
- You are fluent in written and verbal English.
- You can commit to at least 40 hours per week during the internship.
- Experience with hand tools, measurement devices, Microsoft Office, or automated manufacturing systems is preferred.
- We value candidates who have prior internship, co-op, or leadership experience.
- You should be comfortable working in a cleanroom, wearing required cleanroom clothing, and standing or sitting for extended periods.
Location & details#
- This role is located in Malta, New York.
- The internship takes place during Summer 2027.
- This is a full-time, on-site, paid internship.
About GlobalFoundries
GlobalFoundries manufactures semiconductors for various industries including automotive, aerospace, and data centers. The company operates manufacturing facilities across the United States, Europe, and Asia. It was founded in 2009 and currently functions as a public company. The organization employs over 10,000 people.
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