Intern, Process Engineering

About the Role

• Gain hands-on experience working with advanced semiconductor processing and analytical equipment.
• Support the research, development, and optimization of processes used in semiconductor manufacturing.
• Gain exposure to technologies such as Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD/PEALD), Epitaxy, PECVD, oxidation, annealing, and curing for applications across logic, memory, analog, power, and MEMS devices.
• Contribute to a defined project, participate in experiments, and analyze process and materials data.
• Learn how advanced thin-film processes are developed and optimized.
• Apply concepts from academic studies in a real-world semiconductor environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support process engineers in the research, development, and optimization of semiconductor processes, including ALD, PEALD, Epitaxy, PECVD, oxidation, annealing, and/or curing.
• Assist with the design and execution of experiments to evaluate process performance, materials properties, and equipment capabilities.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data with guidance from experienced engineers.
• Gain exposure to Design of Experiments (DOE) and other structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Support thin-film development and characterization for emerging semiconductor applications.
• Work hands-on with semiconductor processing and analytical equipment in a laboratory or cleanroom environment.
• Assist with troubleshooting process and equipment-related challenges using scientific problem-solving methods.
• Gain experience with materials characterization techniques such as XPS, SIMS, AFM, XRR, XRD, TEM, SEM, and ellipsometry, depending on project needs.
• Collaborate with process engineering, equipment engineering, applications, and other technical teams.
• Document experimental procedures, results, observations, and conclusions.
• Participate in technical discussions and learn how process results are translated into solutions for semiconductor applications.
• Complete a defined internship project aligned with ASM's process development or technology objectives.
• Prepare and deliver a final technical presentation summarizing your project, results, key learnings, and recommendations.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Currently pursuing a Master’s, or PhD in:
• Chemical Engineering
• Materials Science or Materials Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Chemistry
• Physics
• Or a closely related technical field
• Interest in semiconductor manufacturing, thin-film deposition, materials science, or process engineering.
• Academic, laboratory, research, or project experience related to semiconductor processing, materials, chemistry, or engineering.
• Basic understanding of experimental design, data analysis, and scientific problem-solving.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a technical team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn, ask questions, and gain hands-on experience in semiconductor process development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework, research, or laboratory experience involving ALD, CVD, PECVD, Epitaxy, oxidation, annealing, thin films, plasma processing, or related semiconductor processes.
• Familiarity with materials characterization techniques such as XPS, SIMS, RBS, AFM, XRR, XRD, TEM, SEM, or ellipsometry.
• Exposure to Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical analysis, or experimental data analysis.
• Basic understanding of semiconductor devices, CMOS technology, or semiconductor fabrication processes.
• Experience working in a university laboratory, research group, cleanroom, or similar technical environment.
• Exposure to computational modeling, data analysis, or Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is a plus.
• Interest in developing a career in the semiconductor equipment or advanced manufacturing industry.

Internship Details

• Internship Status: This position is specifically designed as a student internship. Candidates should be actively enrolled in an accredited degree program during the internship period or meet ASM's applicable internship eligibility requirements.
• Work Environment: Depending on the assignment, interns may perform hands-on work in laboratory, cleanroom, and semiconductor processing environments and will be expected to follow all applicable safety and operational requirements.