About the role#
This internship takes place within Terafab, a vertically integrated semiconductor factory. You will contribute to mask engineering, which defines the foundation for every pattern printed in the facility. This is a hands-on process role focused on the development and operation of the mask shop.
What you'll do#
- Develop and qualify mask writing processes using e-beam and laser technology, including dose optimization and pattern fidelity for EUV and optical reticles.
- Support mask inspection, defect disposition, and repair strategies using die-to-die, die-to-database, and actinic inspection.
- Assist with registration and critical dimension uniformity control to meet lithography error budgets.
- Analyze processes using a first-principles, physics-based approach to understand and manipulate mechanisms.
- Participate in root cause analysis, set up inline metrology and SPC control strategies, and drive improvements in mask production.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program for Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
- Interest in mask writing, etch, inspection, repair, and process of record establishment for advanced node reticles.
- Strong skills in Design of Experiments and statistical analysis.
- Ability to work proactively across mask, lithography, etch, thin films, integration, and equipment engineering teams.
Location & details#
- Location: Austin, Texas.
- Term: Winter 2027 through Spring 2027.
- Commitment: Full-time (40 hours per week) and on-site for a minimum of 12 weeks.
About Tesla
Tesla produces electric vehicles, battery storage systems, and solar energy products. Founded in 2003, the company operates six vertically integrated factories across three continents. It is headquartered in Austin, Texas, and employs over 10,000 people. The organization designs, manufactures, sells, and services its products internally.
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