Summer 2027 - System Engineer - Central Utility Plant

An internship at onsemi offers a dynamic opportunity to gain hands-on experience through real-world projects that drive innovation in the semiconductor industry. Interns are entrusted with meaningful responsibilities and exposed to cutting-edge technologies, fostering both technical skill development and professional growth.

onsemi views internships as a strategic pipeline for entry-level career positions, providing a collaborative and inclusive environment where interns work alongside diverse teams and contribute to high-impact initiatives. The company’s commitment to sustainability, including its goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2040, enables interns to engage in projects that align with global environmental priorities.

Key benefits include:

• Competitive compensation and medical benefits
• Flexible work hours aligned with academic schedules
• Access to Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) which foster a sense of belonging and provide opportunities for mentorship and community engagement
• Networking events, professional development workshops, and project showcases that build career readiness and visibility across the organization

Internship roles span multiple disciplines including engineering, business operations, data analytics, and finance, and are designed to align with onsemi’s strategic goals of innovation and workforce development. Structured programs such as rotational field sales and finance analyst tracks offer additional career pathways for interns transitioning into full-time roles.

Responsibilities

The Central Utility Plant (CUP) Engineering Intern will support the Facilities Engineering team in maintaining and improving critical utility systems that support semiconductor manufacturing operations. This role provides hands-on experience with industrial utility systems including chilled water, cooling towers, boilers, compressed air, vacuum systems, process water, wastewater treatment, and electrical distribution systems. 

The intern will assist engineers with reliability initiatives, energy conservation projects, preventive maintenance optimization, system performance analysis, and capital project execution while gaining exposure to engineering practices within a 24/7 manufacturing environment.

Essential Responsibilities :

• Support daily monitoring and analysis of Central Utility Plant equipment performance and reliability. 
• Assist with troubleshooting utility system issues and developing corrective action recommendations.
• Analyze operational data and develop reports to identify trends, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities. 
• Participate in energy conservation and sustainability initiatives. 
• Support preventive maintenance (PM) optimization efforts through CMMS data analysis and field verification. 
• Assist in the development and revision of engineering drawings, procedures, and controlled documentation. 
• Participate in equipment inspections, audits, and reliability assessments. 
• Support capital improvement and infrastructure upgrade projects from planning through execution. 
• Develop and maintain engineering spreadsheets, dashboards, and performance metrics. 
• Assist with utility consumption tracking and cost reduction initiatives. 
• Participate in safety programs, risk assessments, and pre-task planning activities. 
• Work closely with operations, maintenance technicians, contractors, and engineering staff to support manufacturing objectives. 

Learning Opportunities:
 

The intern will gain practical experience in: 

• Industrial utility system operation and design Reliability engineering principles 
• Energy management and conservation
• Project management fundamentals CMMS systems and maintenance planning 
• Engineering documentation control Root cause analysis Safety and regulatory compliance 
• Data analytics and performance monitoring Semiconductor manufacturing support systems 

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