Process Engineer Spring 2027 Co-Op
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. The goal is to provide interns with meaningful, hands‑on experiences that contribute to business objectives while supporting their professional development.
Duration: Monday, January 11 – August 20, 2027
Location: Albany, NY
Responsibilities
- Develop new or modified processes and methods applied in the manufacturing, fabrication, and evaluation of semiconductors.
- Work with group engineers to propose criteria and formats for hardware and process evaluations.
- Compile, analyze and present experimental data to colleagues.
- Create and revise standard operating procedures as needed, and document tasks for future reference.
- Compile and analyze test data to determine appropriate limits and variables for process or material specifications.
- Assist in recommendation and interpretation of physical and chemical behaviors as part of process characterization.
- Become familiar with semiconductor processing techniques through literature and hands‑on learning.
- Prepare and present a final project report.
- Complete safety training to allow supervised work in the TEL process lab.
Preferred Qualifications
- Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Nanoscience, Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical), Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or related fields.
- Experience with statistical design and analysis of experiment methods.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Fluent in English.
- Ability to work both in teams and individually.
- Experience working safely in a laboratory environment with hazardous chemicals.
- Ability and desire to work as part of a multi‑disciplinary and diverse team.
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Physical Requirements
- Work may be performed in confined areas in a clean‑room environment, in awkward positions and/or at heights.
- Mechanical aptitude, manual dexterity, and ability to lift/carry objects up to 35 lb may be required.
- May require bending, stooping, crawling, or climbing.
- Use of personal protective equipment and adherence to industry safety procedures when working with hazardous chemicals, electric currents, high voltage, moving mechanical parts, radiation, etc.
- Occasional overnight travel to TEL factories, training facilities, and customer locations may be required.
Pay
Salary range: $30.35 – $40.60 per hour. Individual pay is determined based on location, experience, skills, job‑related knowledge, relevant education, certifications, and/or training. In addition to base salary, full‑time regular employees receive a comprehensive benefits package and may be eligible for bonus plans and long‑term incentives where applicable.