[Summer 2027] AZ Internship Opportunities

About the Role

TSMC Arizona engineering departments are seeking engineering talent for our advanced technology fab in Phoenix, Arizona. As a TSMC Intern, you will embody our core values: Integrity, Commitment, Innovation, and Customer Trust.

Job Roles

• Process Integration Engineer (PID) Intern

• Analyze Inline and EOL (End-of-Line) electrical data to determine issue causes.

• Collaborate with Integration, YED (Yield Excellence Department), and Process/Equipment engineers.

• Yield Excellence Engineer (YED) Intern

• Focus on defect inspection methodology to deduce root causes of critical issues.

• Collaborate with stakeholders and innovate techniques to combat defect issues on the production line.

• Process Engineer (PE) Intern

• Deliver robust and efficient semiconductor manufacturing through data-driven analytics and systematic problem-solving.

• Optimize processes using experimental design, precision control, and statistical methods.

• Collaborate with suppliers to address technology gaps and focus on continuous improvement in stability, quality, yield, productivity, and safety.

• Technologies may involve: CMP, CVD, PVD, EPI, DIF, WET, ME, Etch, LIT.

• Equipment Engineer (EE) Intern

• Improve and maintain tool performance in a cleanroom environment.

• Troubleshoot alarms, install and qualify new tools, resolve critical equipment issues, and improve tool uptime.

• Enhance hardware capabilities, implement systems to prevent equipment failures, and manage vendor relationships.

• Coordinate with facilities, vendors, and manufacturing teams.

• Technologies may involve: CMP, CVD, PVD, EPI, DIF, WET, ME, Etch, LIT.

• Intelligent Manufacturing Engineer Intern (MFG)

• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality wafers by driving productivity and efficiency through advanced technologies like Smart Scheduling and Precise Dispatching.

• Focus on system optimization, productivity improvement initiatives, and quality defense enhancements.

• Advanced Material Handling System (AMHS) Engineer Intern

• Focus on automated systems for efficient, timely, and accurate wafer transfers.

• Projects may include improving Delivery Time Accuracy (DTA) or enhancing Stocker dispatching systems.

• Other Engineering Roles

• Quality Management Engineer (AQE) Intern

• Support world-class quality systems by collaborating with the Central Quality team.

• Monitor wafer fabrication processes, analyze manufacturing parameters, and apply statistical methods and predictive analytics.

• Contribute to product success during launches and technology ramps.

• Product Engineering (PES) Intern

• Analyze yield and process issues to support customer needs and drive improvements.

• Identify process and quality "sweet spots" to optimize yield efficiency.

• Perform detailed layout analyses and conduct electrical and physical failure analyses.

• Mask Engineering Intern (EBO)

• Ensure performance, reliability, and efficiency of photomask tools.

• Manage installation and maintenance of photomask equipment.

• Partner with tool vendors to improve maintenance processes.

• Develop in-line monitoring systems.

• Central Start-Up (CST) Tool Install Engineer Intern

• Support the installation of manufacturing equipment and tools.

• Conduct site assessments, prepare installation plans, and coordinate timelines.

• Survey construction sites, develop improvement proposals, and present findings.

• Demonstrate project management skills to identify bottlenecks and recommend solutions.

• Industrial Safety & Health (ISEP) Engineer Intern

• Support workplace safety and environmental sustainability efforts.

• Implement safety protocols, evaluate hazards (e.g., radiation, lasers, gases, chemicals), and conduct risk assessments.

• Refine high-risk SOPs.

• Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) Engineer Intern

• Tackle analytical projects and machine vision tasks addressing production line issues.

• Work on projects including pattern recognition, machine learning, and web development.

• Learn agile software development.

• Implement Prometheus and Grafana monitoring services on the Kubernetes platform.

• Implement automated deployment pipelines utilizing Microsoft Azure DevOps.

• Note: Job responsibilities may include additional duties as required.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing process and design is a strong add.
• Flexibility to change priorities and responsibilities to support business needs.
• Candidate will be expected to be a self-motivated learner.
• Proficient in proactive collaboration.
• Strong communication, computer, presentation, listening, and teamwork skills are needed.
• Some roles may require:
• Ability to lift weights in accordance with applicable regulations and safety guidelines.
• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment, including gowning up.
• Significant time spent on the factory floor working on tools.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled at an accredited university in a Bachelor, Master, or Ph.D. degree program.
• Fields of study: Electrical Engineering, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction, or related engineering fields.
• Must be able to work full-time for 10 weeks (40 hours per week) on-site in Phoenix, AZ.
• Semester system dates: May 24, 2027 to August 6, 2027; OR June 7, 2027 to August 20, 2027.
• Quarter system dates: June 14, 2027 to August 27, 2027.

Work Location

Phoenix, AZ

Travel

May require travel dependent on business needs.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is available.