Intern/Surface Scientist

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.

As a Surface Scientist Intern at Micron, you will learn about applying surface science techniques to the design and development of semiconductor devices, using innovative capabilities to improve the next generation of memory solutions. This internship aims to accelerate learning cycles by developing techniques to prepare and analyze semiconductor devices and thin film materials through the application of surface analysis techniques. We need scientists passionate about solving problems in an innovative and collaborative environment.

We will assign you a project to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Your research tasks are designed to optimize and improve sample preparation and characterization for cutting-edge memory devices. Through this project, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with others from Micron's process development and laboratory teams. At the end of the period, we aim for you to have a deep understanding of the measurement strategies employed in today's semiconductor environment and how they intersect with the operation of an analytical laboratory.

Qualifications:

Proactive and passionate about learning (training and coursework)

Working knowledge of analytical instrumentation, including:

• XPS (X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy)
• SIMS (Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry)
• Electrical Characterization Techniques
• Atom Probe Tomography (APT)
• Dual Beam Focused Ion Beam (FIB)
• Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
• Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM)

Excellent technical, communication, and analytical skills

Responsibilities:

Partner with Surface Scientists to evaluate and improve sample preparation and analysis techniques.

Collaborate with multi-functional teams to analyze data that may drive process improvements.

Build and improve upon techniques and identify new, creative and innovative ways to use existing tools.

Actively participate in technical meetings to identify new opportunities or novel, sophisticated approaches.

Document the results of scientific research through reports and presentations.

Education:

Pursuing a Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related field.

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.

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