Process Engineering Intern

Summer 2027 InternshipDuration: Monday, May 17th- August 20th, 2027Location: San Jose Office (CA)What You Can Expect:Meaningful Project Work: Every Intern is assigned a project that delivers value to the business.Lean Thinking: Interns are expected to apply Lean principles and continuous improvement thinking throughout their project work; Lean training and resources will be provided.Our Goal is to provide interns with meaningful, hands-on experiences that contribute to business objectives while supporting their professional developmentTEL Silicon Valley (San Jose Site) Thin Films development team seeks a process engineering intern. The ideal candidate should be enrolled in one of the following fields: Physics, Materials Science, Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering. Knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical methods, computer aided design (CAD), and computational plasma/fluids simulation tools are highly desired. Skills in coding and applying machine learning/AI techniques to accelerate learning and productivity are also strongly desired. Passion for technology; and strong collaboration, communication, and teamwork skills will benefit the candidate in this research and development-oriented laboratory environment.Duties and ResponsibilitiesDesign and conduct process DOEs for process optimizationAnalysis and data assimilation of tool signal data and metrology results.Supervised work on plasma diagnostics and integration of diagnostic signals with tool and metrology data.Construct reduced order models (ROMs) of chamber hardware and validate with tool signal data.Simulate EM fields and plasmas using commercial codes.Supervised work in TEL lab including sample preparation and data collectionMinimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Certification, & Licensure)Graduate level (M.S. or Ph.D.) preferred, strong candidates who are rising Junior or Senior level; Bachelor's level students in the named fields will be considered: Physics, Materials Science, Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering. Knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical methods, computer aided design (CAD), and computational plasma/fluids simulation toolsPrior experience working on thin films and/or in a cleanroom environment is a plusDiversity creates an innovative culture. TEL US is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.