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Development Engineer jobs on CPT let F-1 students apply engineering coursework directly to product design, prototyping, and systems testing roles. Your DSO must authorize each CPT position as integral to your degree program, and your I-20 must be updated before your start date.
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Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.
Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.
At Micron, we are transforming how the world uses information to enrich life through innovative memory and storage solutions. The DRAM Dry Etch Process Development team develops advanced plasma etch technologies that enable future memory scaling, improved device performance, and next-generation semiconductor manufacturing. Our engineers work closely with integration, equipment, and process teams to solve complex challenges and accelerate technology development.
As a DRAM Dry Etch Process Development Intern, you will gain hands-on experience developing and optimizing advanced semiconductor etch processes that support future DRAM technologies. Working under the mentorship of experienced engineers, you will complete a technical project focused on process development, experimentation, and data analysis in a collaborative research and development environment. At the conclusion of the internship, you will present project results and recommendations to technical teams and leadership.
Responsibilities
- Research and develop innovative solutions that support next-generation memory technologies and advanced dry etch processes.
- Design, implement, and analyze experiments to improve etch process performance, manufacturability, and product quality.
- Perform statistical analysis of technology development and pilot manufacturing data to identify trends, process opportunities, and root causes.
- Collaborate with process, equipment, and integration engineering teams to resolve technical challenges and drive process improvements.
- Apply AI-enabled analysis tools, data-driven methodologies, or programming solutions to improve engineering efficiency and accelerate technical decision-making.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently pursuing an M.S. or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a related technical field.
- Must be enrolled in an academic program throughout the internship period.
- Knowledge of dry etch semiconductor processing, plasma physics, or related semiconductor fabrication technologies.
- Experience with experimental design, data analysis, statistical methods, or engineering research projects.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with semiconductor process development, process characterization, or advanced manufacturing environments.
- Experience with programming, scripting, data analytics, or leveraging AI to support engineering analysis and workflow optimization.
- Familiarity with statistical analysis software, data visualization tools, Python, MATLAB, JMP, or similar platforms.
- Experience conducting root-cause analysis, failure analysis, or process optimization projects.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively within multi-functional teams.
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
To learn about your right to work click here.
To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers.
For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3).
Micron prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.
Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
INTRODUCTION
Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.
Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.
At Micron, we are transforming how the world uses information to enrich life through innovative memory and storage solutions. The DRAM Dry Etch Process Development team develops advanced plasma etch technologies that enable future memory scaling, improved device performance, and next-generation semiconductor manufacturing. Our engineers work closely with integration, equipment, and process teams to solve complex challenges and accelerate technology development.
As a DRAM Dry Etch Process Development Intern, you will gain hands-on experience developing and optimizing advanced semiconductor etch processes that support future DRAM technologies. Working under the mentorship of experienced engineers, you will complete a technical project focused on process development, experimentation, and data analysis in a collaborative research and development environment. At the conclusion of the internship, you will present project results and recommendations to technical teams and leadership.
Responsibilities
- Research and develop innovative solutions that support next-generation memory technologies and advanced dry etch processes.
- Design, implement, and analyze experiments to improve etch process performance, manufacturability, and product quality.
- Perform statistical analysis of technology development and pilot manufacturing data to identify trends, process opportunities, and root causes.
- Collaborate with process, equipment, and integration engineering teams to resolve technical challenges and drive process improvements.
- Apply AI-enabled analysis tools, data-driven methodologies, or programming solutions to improve engineering efficiency and accelerate technical decision-making.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently pursuing an M.S. or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a related technical field.
- Must be enrolled in an academic program throughout the internship period.
- Knowledge of dry etch semiconductor processing, plasma physics, or related semiconductor fabrication technologies.
- Experience with experimental design, data analysis, statistical methods, or engineering research projects.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with semiconductor process development, process characterization, or advanced manufacturing environments.
- Experience with programming, scripting, data analytics, or leveraging AI to support engineering analysis and workflow optimization.
- Familiarity with statistical analysis software, data visualization tools, Python, MATLAB, JMP, or similar platforms.
- Experience conducting root-cause analysis, failure analysis, or process optimization projects.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively within multi-functional teams.
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
To learn about your right to work click here.
To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers.
For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3).
Micron prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.
Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
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Get Access To All JobsDevelopment Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Development Engineer internship qualify for CPT?
Yes, if your school can document that the internship is an integral part of your curriculum, either as a required course credit or an elective your degree program formally recognizes. Job titles like Development Engineer, Systems Development Engineer, or Product Development Intern all qualify as long as the work aligns with your field of study and your DSO approves it.
Can I work full-time as a Development Engineer on CPT?
Full-time CPT, defined as 20 or more hours per week, is permitted but has a significant consequence: 12 months of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, under 20 hours per week, does not count against OPT. Most F-1 students in development engineering roles choose part-time CPT during the academic year to protect their post-graduation options.
What does a Development Engineer employer need to know about CPT?
The employer doesn't file anything with USCIS or DOL for CPT. Authorization is entirely school-side. What HR does need to provide is a formal offer letter stating your title, start date, work location, and hours. Some employers also need to confirm they're comfortable with an I-20 as your work authorization document, since CPT doesn't generate a separate EAD card.
How do I find Development Engineer jobs where employers understand CPT?
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with existing work authorization filing history for engineering roles. Employers who have filed LCAs for development engineers before are more likely to have HR processes in place for F-1 students. Filtering by that signal cuts down on time spent educating hiring managers about CPT eligibility from scratch.
Can I do CPT at a startup that has never sponsored a visa?
Yes. CPT doesn't require the employer to sponsor a visa or file with USCIS, so a startup with no prior sponsorship history can still authorize your CPT work. The only requirements are a valid offer letter and your DSO's approval. The risk to evaluate is whether that startup will qualify for STEM OPT or H-1B visa sponsorship after graduation if you want to stay long-term.