The summer intern position at KLA in Ann Arbor, Michigan focuses on advancing business priorities through high-impact work in optical coatings for inspection and metrology tools. Interns will collaborate with engineering teams to develop methods for characterizing optics and thin-film coatings. This role offers hands-on experience with vacuum chambers, data analysis, and experimental design. Interns will also have the opportunity to work with external scientists and contribute to innovative projects in the field of electronics.

• Currently enrolled in a 4-year graduate program in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with high vacuum systems.
• Knowledge of surface and thin-film characterization methods and data analysis.
• Familiarity with CAD software or simulation tools is desirable.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, or C++ is a plus.

• Develop methods and test plans for characterization of optics and thin-film coatings.
• Work with vacuum chambers and related equipment.
• Design, set up, and execute multi-disciplinary experiments.
• Analyze data and prepare summary reports.
• Collaborate with scientists at external partner organizations.

• Employees at KLA are often offered competitive pay with bonuses, a 401(k) match, an employee stock purchase program, and financial perks like student-debt assistance, planning support, and group insurance discounts. Health and lifestyle benefits typically include medical/dental/vision, life and other voluntary coverages, paid time off and holidays, family leave, backup care, wellness rewards, gym discounts, and community-volunteering opportunities. Employees also get strong growth support through tuition reimbursement, KLA’s corporate learning center, education awards, and engineering certification programs.