Semiconductor Process Development Engineering Intern

Overview

Keysight is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

Responsibilities

As an intern, you will apply your knowledge and skill acquired from coursework and research to help develop the next generation of architecture and heterogeneous integration of Keysight compound semiconductor IC's. Process development efforts will focus on processes like metal plating, metal and dielectric CMP, lithography, ILD dry etching, etc. At the same time, you will gain and apply knowledge about Keysight's industry, infrastructure and products in your assignment. This is developing real world experience in a company that is a leader in the markets it serves.

This internship is flexible in length between 3-6+ months.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a MS, or PhD in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or similar field.
• Experience with advanced microelectronics processes is essential and specific skills in III-V semiconductor processing is preferred.
• Hands-on lab experience in semiconductor processing such as lithography, deposition, etch, plasma processing, electroplating, wafer thinning, dicing, and / or sort is highly desired.
• Experience with statistical process control and design of experiments is a valued qualification.
• Candidates must have excellent interpersonal, problem solving, and communication skills for successful inter-group and intra-group interactions.
• Must be highly motivated to accomplish all the tasks required to meet aggressive product development schedules and world class manufacturing expectations.

Keysight Internship Program Requirements

Candidates who wish to be considered must be currently enrolled in a accredited college / university as of September 2025. Applicants who have graduated before September 2025 will not be considered unless they are starting a MS or PHD program after graduating.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates who now or at any point in the future require sponsorship for post internship employment visa status (e.g., H-1B Visa status) may not be considered.

This position requires access to certain goods, software, technology, or technical data subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Under these laws and regulations, U.S. persons (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees) working for Keysight can access export-controlled items without authorization from the U.S. government. For any individual who is not a U.S. person, Keysight may need authorization from the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Department of Commerce, or other appropriate federal agency before the individual can access export-controlled items. Employment in this position for non-U.S. persons is contingent on Keysight's ability to obtain any required government authorizations.

Candidates who wish to be considered must be enrolled in a accredited college / university as of September 2026. Applicants who have graduated before September 2026 will not be considered unless they are entering / applying to a MS or PHD program after graduating. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates who now or at any point in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B Visa status) may not be considered. California Pay Range : $41.14-$53.67 per hour Based on experience, education and skills, most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed above. Note : For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region.

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