About the role#
As an Analytical Chemist Intern, you will join the ECI Division to support chemical metrology and process control solutions. You will focus on the process fluids used in semiconductor manufacturing, helping to prevent defects and stabilize complex cleaning and metallization processes.
What you'll do#
- Develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods for chemical measurement and process control.
- Plan, design, and execute experiments to support product development.
- Analyze results and document your findings in technical reports.
- Validate analytical methods created in R&D and maintain accurate documentation.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to provide ongoing technical support.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related field.
- You expect to finish your program within the next year.
- Strong foundation in chemistry, with a preference for analytical chemistry.
- Working knowledge of spectroscopy, electrochemistry, titration, and HPLC.
- Experience working in a chemistry lab and proficiency with laboratory instrumentation.
- Ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insights.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting and presentations.
- Ability to work independently or with limited supervision.
Location & details#
- Location: Totowa, New Jersey.
- This is a full-time, on-site internship.
- The position is paid and follows a rolling term.
About KLA
KLA manufactures equipment and provides services for the electronics industry. The company builds process control and process-enabling solutions used in the production of wafers, reticles, integrated circuits, and printed circuit boards. It employs over 17,000 people and maintains its headquarters in Milpitas, California. The organization operates as a public company.
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