As a Module Engineering PhD Intern at Intel, you will focus on the development and optimization of semiconductor manufacturing processes. This role involves improving equipment performance, troubleshooting issues, and supporting qualification activities. You will work within the Intel Foundry team, which is dedicated to advancing semiconductor technologies. This internship provides an opportunity to apply academic research to real-world engineering challenges in a fast-paced environment.

• Must be actively pursuing a PhD degree in Materials Science Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Electrochemistry or Chemical Engineering.
• 3+ months of educational, research, laboratory, internship, or industry experience.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience through academic research, laboratory work, internships, coursework, or technical projects.
• Basic understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes, process integration, or advanced manufacturing methodologies.

• Support the development and optimization of semiconductor manufacturing processes for a specific module.
• Sustain and improve manufacturing equipment performance to ensure operational reliability and efficiency.
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment issues and performing qualification activities to meet production standards.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to refine process control methodologies and achieve production goals.
• Apply advanced statistical analysis and experimental design to improve process reliability and throughput.
• Gain hands-on experience with materials and device characterization techniques, including 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.