2026 Summer Physicist/Scientist Intern - Bachelor (Santa Clara, CA)

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Key Responsibilities

Define novel inspection systems concepts and configurations. Collects, analyzes data and designs statistically valid experiments.

Designs and engineers modules. Qualifies modules / sub-modules. Design, perform, collect and analyze data on advanced substrate, technologies and concepts for a range of new products.

Develop new or modified inspection and metrology systems. Performs research and analysis in physics or related subjects. Supports physics related application and system issues in the lab and in the field when required.

Define system requirements and specifications. Troubleshoot system problems. Collect and analyze data for solving physics related application issues.

Plan projects involving definitions and selection of new concepts and approaches in the physics of development of new or improved tool.

Participates in vendor selection and project management.

Guide less experienced physicists/scientists.

Evaluate new technologies, pursue innovative solutions and evaluate competitors. Conduct tests of new technologies under evaluation. Participate in feasibility studies of new technologies.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates expanded conceptual knowledge in own discipline and broadens capabilities

Business Expertise

• Understands key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work

Leadership

• No supervisory responsibilities but provides informal guidance to new team members

Problem Solving

• Solves problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions using technical experience and judgment and precedents

Impact

• Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations

Additional Information

Time Type:
Full time

Employee Type:
Intern / Student

Travel:
Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:
Yes

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

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