About the role#
As a Photolithography Process Engineering Intern, you will join our process engineering team to gain hands-on experience in semiconductor fabrication. You will work alongside experienced engineers who provide mentoring and guidance throughout your time with us. You will take ownership of a business-critical project with defined goals, participate in an intern webinar series, and attend networking events. At the end of your project, you will present your successes and pitfalls at a poster session and receive formal written feedback.
What you'll do#
- Work on an individual project with set outcome goals.
- Gain hands-on experience with semiconductor process equipment.
- Collaborate with team members in a professional environment.
- Participate in training and receive ongoing supervision.
- Present project results at a poster session.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in electrical engineering, materials science, or an equivalent field.
- Strong foundational knowledge of cleanroom protocols and semiconductor fabrication processes.
- Familiarity with statistical analysis and process control concepts.
- Basic coding or scripting skills in Python, MATLAB, or R for data analysis and automation.
- Experience or knowledge in photolithography fundamentals, including spin coat, expose, develop, and metrology.
- Understanding of Design of Experiments, root cause analysis, and Statistical Process Control tools like control charts and Cp/Cpk analysis.
- Proficiency with data visualization tools such as JMP, Tableau, or Power BI.
- Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Durham, North Carolina, United States.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
- Term: Rolling.
About MACOM
MACOM designs and manufactures semiconductor products for the telecommunications, data center, industrial, and aerospace markets. Founded in 1950, the company produces RF, microwave, and millimeter wave solutions along with optoelectronics. It maintains a global presence with its headquarters in Lowell, Massachusetts, and multiple facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia. The company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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