Electronics CPT Jobs in Arizona
Arizona's electronics sector spans semiconductor manufacturing, defense electronics, and hardware engineering, with major employers like Intel, Microchip Technology, and Honeywell operating large facilities across the Phoenix metro and Tucson. F-1 CPT authorization lets students in Arizona's engineering and technical programs gain paid, structured work experience directly tied to their degree requirements.
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Get Access To All JobsAre you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc.
People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.
Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.
Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!
Job Description:
We are seeking a motivated Engineering Intern to support bench validation and characterization of power semiconductor devices. This role offers hands-on experience working with real hardware, laboratory test setups, and engineering data used in the development and qualification of power devices. The intern will work closely with experienced engineers in a lab environment and gain exposure to industry-standard validation methodologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in bench validation and characterization of power semiconductor devices (e.g., MOSFETs, IGBTs, diodes, wide bandgap devices).
- Set up and operate laboratory test equipment, including oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads, function generators, and thermal measurement tools.
- Support electrical and thermal testing, such as:
- Static and dynamic device measurements
- Switching performance evaluation
- Efficiency and loss measurements
- SOA and reliability-related tests
- Collect, organize, and analyze test data; assist in generating test reports and documentation.
- Help maintain lab organization, test fixtures, and validation hardware.
- Follow established test procedures, safety guidelines, and ESD practices.
- Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot test issues and improve bench setups.
Requirements/Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in:
- Electrical Engineering
- Power Electronics
- Electronics Engineering
- or a related field
- Basic understanding of electrical circuits and semiconductor devices.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes and power supplies.
- Ability to work methodically, document results clearly, and follow test procedures.
- Strong communication skills and willingness to learn in a hands-on lab environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Coursework or experience in power electronics or power semiconductor devices.
- Exposure to MOSFETs, IGBTs, SiC, or GaN devices.
- Experience with bench testing, hardware debugging, or lab-based projects.
- Familiarity with data analysis tools such as Excel, MATLAB, Python, or similar.
- Understanding of basic electrical safety and ESD practices.
What You Will Gain
- Hands-on experience in power semiconductor validation and testing.
- Exposure to real-world engineering lab workflows and hardware development cycles.
- Mentorship from experienced power electronics and device engineers.
- Practical skills in measurement techniques, data analysis, and technical documentation.
Travel Time:
No Travel
Physical Attributes:
Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others
Physical Requirements:
80% sitting, 10% standing, 10% walking, 100% inside.
Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.
To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc.
People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.
Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.
Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!
Job Description:
We are seeking a motivated Engineering Intern to support bench validation and characterization of power semiconductor devices. This role offers hands-on experience working with real hardware, laboratory test setups, and engineering data used in the development and qualification of power devices. The intern will work closely with experienced engineers in a lab environment and gain exposure to industry-standard validation methodologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in bench validation and characterization of power semiconductor devices (e.g., MOSFETs, IGBTs, diodes, wide bandgap devices).
- Set up and operate laboratory test equipment, including oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads, function generators, and thermal measurement tools.
- Support electrical and thermal testing, such as:
- Static and dynamic device measurements
- Switching performance evaluation
- Efficiency and loss measurements
- SOA and reliability-related tests
- Collect, organize, and analyze test data; assist in generating test reports and documentation.
- Help maintain lab organization, test fixtures, and validation hardware.
- Follow established test procedures, safety guidelines, and ESD practices.
- Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot test issues and improve bench setups.
Requirements/Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in:
- Electrical Engineering
- Power Electronics
- Electronics Engineering
- or a related field
- Basic understanding of electrical circuits and semiconductor devices.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes and power supplies.
- Ability to work methodically, document results clearly, and follow test procedures.
- Strong communication skills and willingness to learn in a hands-on lab environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Coursework or experience in power electronics or power semiconductor devices.
- Exposure to MOSFETs, IGBTs, SiC, or GaN devices.
- Experience with bench testing, hardware debugging, or lab-based projects.
- Familiarity with data analysis tools such as Excel, MATLAB, Python, or similar.
- Understanding of basic electrical safety and ESD practices.
What You Will Gain
- Hands-on experience in power semiconductor validation and testing.
- Exposure to real-world engineering lab workflows and hardware development cycles.
- Mentorship from experienced power electronics and device engineers.
- Practical skills in measurement techniques, data analysis, and technical documentation.
Travel Time:
No Travel
Physical Attributes:
Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others
Physical Requirements:
80% sitting, 10% standing, 10% walking, 100% inside.
Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.
To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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Search Electronics Jobs in ArizonaElectronics CPT Sponsorship Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
Which electronics companies in Arizona sponsor F-1 CPT visas?
Intel's Chandler campus, Microchip Technology in Chandler and Tempe, ON Semiconductor in Phoenix, and Honeywell's aerospace and defense electronics divisions in Phoenix and Tucson have all participated in CPT-eligible internship and co-op programs. Smaller semiconductor design firms and electronics defense contractors in the Phoenix metro also work regularly with Arizona State University and University of Arizona students on CPT arrangements.
Which cities in Arizona have the most electronics F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs?
Phoenix and its East Valley suburbs, particularly Chandler, Tempe, and Scottsdale, concentrate the largest share of Arizona's electronics F-1 CPT opportunities due to the region's semiconductor cluster and proximity to Arizona State University. Tucson is a secondary hub, driven by University of Arizona partnerships and defense electronics firms including Raytheon, which maintains a major manufacturing presence there.
What types of electronics roles typically qualify for F-1 CPT sponsorship in Arizona?
Roles commonly approved for F-1 CPT in Arizona's electronics industry include hardware engineering internships, embedded systems development, VLSI and chip design, RF and analog circuit design, PCB layout engineering, and quality or test engineering positions. The role must be directly related to your declared degree program, and your DSO must authorize CPT before you begin work. General labor or unrelated technical support positions do not qualify.
How do I find electronics F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in Arizona?
Migrate Mate lists electronics jobs in Arizona that are open to F-1 CPT candidates, letting you filter specifically by visa type and state rather than sorting through thousands of postings with no sponsorship information. For Arizona's electronics sector, focus on the Phoenix East Valley corridor and Tucson when browsing on Migrate Mate, since that is where the highest concentration of CPT-eligible semiconductor and defense electronics roles appears.
Are there any Arizona-specific considerations for F-1 CPT in the electronics industry?
Arizona's electronics and semiconductor employers frequently require background checks and, for defense-related roles, U.S. security clearance eligibility, which F-1 students generally cannot obtain. This narrows the pool of qualifying CPT positions at contractors like Raytheon and General Dynamics. However, the commercial semiconductor side, led by companies like Intel and Microchip Technology, actively hires CPT students and often converts strong interns to OPT or H-1B visa sponsored roles after graduation.