Process Development Associate Internships
Process development associate internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working process engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across {{top_industries_phrase}}, with Micron Technology, Texas Instruments, and Vertiv among the employers posting roles now.
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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.
Micron is a global leader in memory and storage solutions, driving innovation in next-generation DRAM technologies that power artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and advanced computing applications. The Dry Etch Process Development team develops and optimizes advanced plasma etch processes that enable future memory scaling and support groundbreaking semiconductor manufacturing.
As a Dry Etch Process Development Engineering Intern, you will gain hands-on experience developing and optimizing semiconductor etch processes in a collaborative research and development environment. Working under the mentorship of experienced engineers, you will contribute to a technical project focused on process development, experimentation, data analysis, and technology innovation. The internship provides broad exposure to semiconductor processing and culminates in a presentation of project results to engineering and leadership teams.
Responsibilities
Research and develop innovative solutions that support future memory technologies and advanced dry etch process development.
Develop, complete, and analyze experiments to optimize dry etch processes and improve product performance.
Perform statistical analysis of technology development and pilot manufacturing data to identify trends and drive process improvements.
Collaborate with process, equipment, integration, and multi-functional engineering teams to solve complex technical challenges.
Apply AI-Enabled analytical tools, Leveraging AI, programming, or automation solutions to improve data analysis, engineering workflows, and 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 remain enrolled as a student throughout the internship period.
Knowledge of dry etch semiconductor processing, plasma physics, or related semiconductor fabrication technologies.
Experience with experimental design, statistical analysis, and data interpretation.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with semiconductor process development, advanced manufacturing, or laboratory-based research.
Experience with programming, scripting, data analytics, or Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to support engineering analysis and workflow optimization.
Familiarity with statistical software, data visualization tools, Python, JMP, MATLAB, or similar analytical platforms.
Experience conducting root-cause analysis, failure analysis, or process optimization projects.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
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 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.
Micron Foundation
Strong communities and education are vital to the success of both society and innovative companies. Every Micron site understands the complex needs of their local community. Whether it’s through strategic giving, sponsorships or deploying team member volunteers, we are making a difference.
Sustainability
Micron is committed to sustainable practices and supporting our global community. We are building and maintaining sustainable operations, products, and communities while focusing on opportunities and risks that are most important to our business success and stakeholders.
Insights from previous hires
Years of experience
2-4
4-8
8+
Less than 2 years
2 - 4 years
4 - 8 years
8+ years
Top skills
FTIR
Chemistry
Mechanical Engineering
MATLAB
Previously worked at
U
T
Previously worked as
1. Process Engineer
2. Process Development Engineer
3. Product Development Engineer
4. Engineer Senior
5. Research and Development Engineer
JR107326
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.
Micron is a global leader in memory and storage solutions, driving innovation in next-generation DRAM technologies that power artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and advanced computing applications. The Dry Etch Process Development team develops and optimizes advanced plasma etch processes that enable future memory scaling and support groundbreaking semiconductor manufacturing.
As a Dry Etch Process Development Engineering Intern, you will gain hands-on experience developing and optimizing semiconductor etch processes in a collaborative research and development environment. Working under the mentorship of experienced engineers, you will contribute to a technical project focused on process development, experimentation, data analysis, and technology innovation. The internship provides broad exposure to semiconductor processing and culminates in a presentation of project results to engineering and leadership teams.
Responsibilities
Research and develop innovative solutions that support future memory technologies and advanced dry etch process development.
Develop, complete, and analyze experiments to optimize dry etch processes and improve product performance.
Perform statistical analysis of technology development and pilot manufacturing data to identify trends and drive process improvements.
Collaborate with process, equipment, integration, and multi-functional engineering teams to solve complex technical challenges.
Apply AI-Enabled analytical tools, Leveraging AI, programming, or automation solutions to improve data analysis, engineering workflows, and 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 remain enrolled as a student throughout the internship period.
Knowledge of dry etch semiconductor processing, plasma physics, or related semiconductor fabrication technologies.
Experience with experimental design, statistical analysis, and data interpretation.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with semiconductor process development, advanced manufacturing, or laboratory-based research.
Experience with programming, scripting, data analytics, or Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to support engineering analysis and workflow optimization.
Familiarity with statistical software, data visualization tools, Python, JMP, MATLAB, or similar analytical platforms.
Experience conducting root-cause analysis, failure analysis, or process optimization projects.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
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 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.
Micron Foundation
Strong communities and education are vital to the success of both society and innovative companies. Every Micron site understands the complex needs of their local community. Whether it’s through strategic giving, sponsorships or deploying team member volunteers, we are making a difference.
Sustainability
Micron is committed to sustainable practices and supporting our global community. We are building and maintaining sustainable operations, products, and communities while focusing on opportunities and risks that are most important to our business success and stakeholders.
Insights from previous hires
Years of experience
2-4
4-8
8+
Less than 2 years
2 - 4 years
4 - 8 years
8+ years
Top skills
FTIR
Chemistry
Mechanical Engineering
MATLAB
Previously worked at
U
T
Previously worked as
1. Process Engineer
2. Process Development Engineer
3. Product Development Engineer
4. Engineer Senior
5. Research and Development Engineer
Process Development Associate Internship Market
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Tips for Your Process Development Associate Internship Search
Apply for summer roles in the fall
Large manufacturers, biotech firms, and chemical companies recruit summer process development associate interns months before the start date, with applications opening as early as September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates. Check listings regularly so you catch both cycles.
Build a portfolio before you apply
Process development associate intern candidates who document two or three real projects, complete with process flow diagrams, lab data, or CAD files, give recruiters something to assess beyond a transcript. Host your work in a shared folder or portfolio site and link it directly on your resume.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster for students they meet in person. Professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens your reach.
Practice your technical screen out loud
Process development associate intern interviews typically involve a technical screen covering lab techniques, process troubleshooting scenarios, or engineering problem-solving. Practice explaining your reasoning step by step, not just the final answer, since interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as whether you get it right.
Target structured programs at larger employers first
Many large manufacturers and biotech companies run cohort-based process development internship programs designed to train people new to the field. These programs recruit early, fill fast, and offer structured mentorship. Identify the ones that fit your discipline and apply in the first recruiting wave, before general applications open.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 100% of the process development associate internships listed here. Many process development positions require direct access to lab equipment, pilot plants, or manufacturing lines, so they cannot be done remotely. Decide what you can commit to and filter by location and work type before you sort through listings.
Process Development Associate Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a process development associate internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A documented portfolio, lab reports, or process improvement case studies give recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications to companies posting openings with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a process development associate internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for process development associate interns is performance on real project work, available headcount, and acting before the offer window closes. Position yourself by contributing visibly and expressing interest early, without counting on a return offer as a plan.
When should I apply for process development associate internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, so applications open months before the start date. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, which means openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly lets you catch both early recruiting cycles and later postings.
Are process development associate internships paid?
Most professional process development associate internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, so there is no single standard. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it. Unpaid arrangements exist but are uncommon at established companies and manufacturing or biotech employers.
What should a process development associate internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects showing the tools and methods you used, with links to lab notebooks, process flow diagrams, CAD files, or published analyses where available. Add relevant coursework in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or manufacturing. Keep it to one page.
Are there remote process development associate internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 0% of the process development associate internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them. Many process development roles require hands-on lab or equipment access, so confirm the work arrangement before applying.
What is a process development co-op and how does it differ from an internship?
A co-op is a structured work term, typically one semester or longer, that alternates with academic terms and is offered through a university partnership. Process development co-ops are common in manufacturing, biotech, and chemical engineering programs. They run on a fixed academic calendar, recruit earlier than summer internships, and are competitive, so apply in the first recruiting wave your program allows.
Can international students get process development associate internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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