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At Micron, we are transforming how the world uses information to enrich life through innovative memory and storage solutions. The DRAM Dry Etch Process Development team develops advanced plasma etch technologies that enable future memory scaling, improved device performance, and next-generation semiconductor manufacturing. Our engineers work closely with integration, equipment, and process teams to solve complex challenges and accelerate technology development.
As a DRAM Dry Etch Process Development Intern, you will gain hands-on experience developing and optimizing advanced semiconductor etch processes that support future DRAM technologies. Working under the mentorship of experienced engineers, you will complete a technical project focused on process development, experimentation, and data analysis in a collaborative research and development environment. At the conclusion of the internship, you will present project results and recommendations to technical teams and leadership.
Responsibilities
- Research and develop innovative solutions that support next-generation memory technologies and advanced dry etch processes.
- Design, implement, and analyze experiments to improve etch process performance, manufacturability, and product quality.
- Perform statistical analysis of technology development and pilot manufacturing data to identify trends, process opportunities, and root causes.
- Collaborate with process, equipment, and integration engineering teams to resolve technical challenges and drive process improvements.
- Apply AI-enabled analysis tools, data-driven methodologies, or programming solutions to improve engineering efficiency and accelerate technical decision-making.
Minimum Qualifications
- Currently pursuing an M.S. or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a related technical field.
- Must be enrolled in an academic program throughout the internship period.
- Knowledge of dry etch semiconductor processing, plasma physics, or related semiconductor fabrication technologies.
- Experience with experimental design, data analysis, statistical methods, or engineering research projects.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with semiconductor process development, process characterization, or advanced manufacturing environments.
- Experience with programming, scripting, data analytics, or Leveraging AI to support engineering analysis and workflow optimization.
- Familiarity with statistical analysis software, data visualization tools, Python, MATLAB, JMP, or similar platforms.
- Experience conducting root-cause analysis, failure analysis, or process optimization projects.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively within multi-functional teams.
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.
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