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Module Engineering PhD Intern Summer 2027

Intel

Location

Hillsboro, OR

Type

Internship

Posted

9/16/2026

Compensation

$120,898 - $120,902 per year

PhD Internship
H-1B FY202694.2% approval-88% YoY
💎 Strong sponsor

Job description

This internship role focuses on the development and optimization of manufacturing processes within semiconductor production. You will work hands-on to improve manufacturing equipment and troubleshoot issues while collaborating with engineering teams. The position is part of Intel Foundry Services, which emphasizes diffusion and implantation processes. This opportunity allows you to apply academic knowledge in a dynamic environment and explore potential career paths.

Requirements

  • Ph.D. degree in progress in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related STEM field of study.
  • Hands-on experience and or knowledge of semiconductor processing fundamentals, including lithography, etching, polishing, and deposition techniques.
  • Familiarity with statistical data analysis and design of experiments methodologies.
  • Experience in materials and physical device characterization, such as SEM or TEM.

Responsibilities

  • Support the development and implementation of semiconductor manufacturing processes for a specific module.
  • Sustain and improve manufacturing equipment performance, ensuring operational efficiency and reliability.
  • Assist in equipment troubleshooting and qualification activities to meet production standards.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize process control methodologies and ensure production targets are achieved.
  • Apply statistical analysis and design experiments to enhance process reliability and throughput.
  • Gain hands-on experience in materials and device characterization techniques, such as SEM and TEM.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of process control systems and methodologies.

Benefits

  • Intel offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, stock programs, healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, parental leave, and programs supporting employee wellbeing and professional development.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Intel Corp

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

74

FY2026

Approval rate

94.2%

FY2026

LCA certified

2,201

FY2026

Entry-level share

0.1%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

-88%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-54%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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