Thin Films Module Engineering - PhD Intern

Job Title

Thin Films Module Engineering - PhD Intern

Role Summary

As a PhD intern on the Intel Foundry Module Engineering team, you will support development and sustainment of thin film semiconductor manufacturing processes. You will perform equipment support, process control work, and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to improve yield, performance, and manufacturability.

This is an on-site internship within the Manufacturing Development and Customer Engineering (MDCE) organization focused on process improvement across advanced technology nodes.

Experience Level

Entry-level - PhD intern (student). The role is structured as a 6-month internship expected to begin Spring 2027 and run through December 2027. No specific years of prior industry experience required.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include hands-on process and equipment support, data analysis, and collaboration to improve manufacturing performance:

• Assist development and implementation of thin film manufacturing processes for a specific module.
• Support troubleshooting, maintenance, and qualification of manufacturing equipment.
• Participate in equipment qualification and ensure compliance with quality and functional standards.
• Collaborate with technology development, high-volume manufacturing, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Analyze process data, identify improvements, and drive automation or AI-assisted solutions.
• Contribute to sustaining and improving manufacturing tools and process control methodologies.

Requirements

Must-have skills and conditions for this internship:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience writing software code relevant to data analysis or process automation.
• Data analysis skills with ability to construct clear data-driven problem statements and design experiments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse, high-performing team.
• Willingness to work in a cleanroom environment and follow disciplined procedures.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with JMP, Python, Excel, and AI tools.
• Ability to summarize technical data for technical and non-technical audiences.

Education Requirements

Currently pursuing a PhD in a relevant STEM discipline (examples listed: Physics; Applied Chemistry; Chemical Engineering; Electronic Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Computer Science; or similar). The posting specifies enrollment in a PhD program; no equivalent-experience language was provided.

About the Company

Company: Intel Corporation

Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA

Intel Corporation is a leading multinational technology company known for its innovative semiconductor solutions, including microprocessors, artificial intelligence accelerators, and memory products. Headquartered in the United States, Intel focuses on cutting-edge technology and a collaborative working environment, driving advancements in semiconductor manufacturing to meet global demands. The company emphasizes professional development and aims to shape the future of technology through groundbreaking designs.