As a Module Engineering PhD Intern, you will contribute to the development and optimization of manufacturing processes in semiconductor production. You will work within Intel Foundry, focusing on enhancing manufacturing equipment performance and supporting troubleshooting efforts. This hands-on internship allows you to apply your academic knowledge while gaining practical skills in a dynamic environment. You will collaborate with engineering teams to drive technological excellence and innovation in semiconductor manufacturing.

• Currently pursuing a PhD degree in Physics, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or a semiconductor related STEM field.
• Experience in Plasma etch (ICP/RIE/ALED/DRIE/CCP), cleanroom and fabrication experience, and process development and optimization.
• Experience in materials and device characterization techniques, including SEM, TEM, CD SEM, AFM, XPS, SIMS.
• Knowledge in large data statistical analysis or Machine Learning with a focus on process optimizations, APC, and variability reduction.

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

• 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.