Intern - Semiconductor Research & Technology Development

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Semiconductor Technology Development Intern
Innovation, Technology & Products (ITP)
Albany Nanotech | Albany, New York
Summer 2027
About Micron
Micron is a global leader in memory and storage solutions that transform how the world uses information to enrich life.
The Innovation, Technology & Products (ITP) organization is responsible for developing the next generation of memory technologies and enabling future Micron products. At Albany Nanotech, Micron is establishing a leading-edge research and development presence focused on advanced lithography, materials innovation, technology pathfinding, and strategic semiconductor ecosystem partnerships. Albany serves as a key location for accelerating technology development and expanding collaboration across leading research institutions, equipment suppliers, and industry partners.
Position Summary
Micron is seeking highly motivated Master's and PhD students to join our Summer 2027 Semiconductor Technology Development Internship Program in Albany, New York.
As an intern, you will work alongside engineers and researchers developing future semiconductor technologies, advanced process capabilities, and next-generation memory solutions. You will contribute to meaningful technical projects, gain hands-on experience in semiconductor research and development, and present your work to engineering leadership at the conclusion of your internship.
This role is ideal for students who enjoy solving complex technical challenges, working with advanced technologies, and contributing to innovations that will shape the future of the semiconductor industry.
Internship Areas
Interns may support projects in one or more of the following areas:
Advanced Lithography & High-NA EUV
Materials Research & Innovation
Process Integration
Thin Films & Deposition
Dry Etch Technology
Metrology & Defect Analysis
Advanced Packaging Technologies
Automation & Data Analytics
Semiconductor Equipment Development
Technology Pathfinding & Research
Albany's initial focus includes advancing next-generation lithography, enabling High-NA EUV, accelerating materials innovation, and driving technology pathfinding in collaboration with leading industry and research partners.
Responsibilities
Support semiconductor research and development activities
Design and execute engineering experiments
Analyze technical data and identify trends
Apply statistical methods to solve engineering problems
Develop recommendations based on experimental results
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and external research partners
Document findings and communicate technical results
Participate in team meetings, technical reviews, and development activities
Deliver a final project presentation to technical leadership
Leverage AI-enabled tools, data analytics platforms, and digital solutions to enhance research productivity, accelerate problem-solving, improve data analysis, and support technical decision-making while adhering to Micron's standards for responsible and secure AI use.
Minimum Qualifications
Currently pursuing a Master's or PhD degree in:
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science & Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Physics
Chemistry
Computer Engineering
Data Science
Related STEM discipline
Additional qualifications:
Expected graduation date of December 2027 or later
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and within collaborative teams
Demonstrated interest in advanced technology research and development
Preferred Qualifications
Semiconductor manufacturing, research, or laboratory experience
Cleanroom experience
Experience with data analysis tools such as JMP, Python, R, MATLAB, or similar software
Knowledge of statistical methods and experimental design
Experience conducting independent research projects
Technical publications, conference presentations, or research experience preferred
Experience using AI-assisted tools, advanced analytics platforms, or computational methods to improve engineering, research, data analysis, or problem-solving workflows.
What You'll Gain
Hands-on experience in semiconductor research and development
Exposure to leading-edge semiconductor technologies
Mentorship from experienced Micron engineers, researchers, and technical leaders
Opportunities to collaborate across multiple engineering disciplines
Professional development and networking opportunities
Experience working within one of the industry's most advanced semiconductor research ecosystems
The opportunity to contribute to technologies that will enable the future of memory innovation
Why Albany?
Albany Nanotech is one of the world's premier semiconductor research environments, bringing together industry leaders, universities, equipment suppliers, and research organizations to solve some of the industry's most complex technology challenges.
Micron's Albany team is focused on advancing next-generation lithography capabilities, accelerating materials innovation, enabling future technology roadmaps, and strengthening strategic research partnerships that support the future of memory technology development.
The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:
$0.00 - $0.00 a year
Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity.
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