Factory Automation Engineering Intern (Fall 2026)

GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GF makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets.

About the role

GlobalFoundries Fab 8 seeks a highly skilled and motivated Factory Automation Engineer intern to develop, deploy, and configure factory dispatch rules, scheduling systems, optimization models, and related applications to meet tool ramp and production output goals.

Responsibilities

• Support work in progress (WIP) management decision support application infrastructure for GLOBALFOUNDRIES Fab 8 in Malta, New York.
• Develop, deploy, and configure factory dispatch rules, scheduling systems, optimization models, and related applications to meet tool ramp and production output goals.
• Design and develop optimization, heuristic, and rule-based dispatching and scheduling algorithms to improve factory performance.
• Utilize the Real-Time Dispatch (APF RTD) application to optimize dispatch rules ("What Next" and "Where Next") that effectively manage WIP movement and tool usage to improve utilization and efficiency, increase manufacturing predictability, and maximize Fab (manufacturing facility) output performance.
• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Requirements

• At least a sophomore at time of application and actively pursuing a Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering or related field through an accredited degree program during the time of internship.
• Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and be in good academic standing.
• English language fluency (written & verbal).
• Ability to work at least 20 hours per week during the internship.

Qualifications

• Prior related internship or co-op experience.
• Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.
• Project management skills, including the ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter and navigate ambiguity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning & organizational skills.
• Familiarity with the application of industrial engineering practices, WIP Management, Production Control, and demonstrated experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Unix/Linux and Shell scripting.

Pay

The expected salary range is $20.00 - $40.00 per hour. The exact salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and location.