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Internship - Semiconductor Fab Process Engineer

CompanyLumentum
LocationGreensboro
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 6, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the development and optimization of semiconductor manufacturing processes through hands-on experimentation and tool operation. They will also analyze process data and collaborate with engineering teams to ensure quality and consistency in a cleanroom environment.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
3751
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Lumentum (NASDAQ: LITE) is a global leader in optical and photonic technologies that power the networks and infrastructure behind AI, cloud computing, and next-generation communications. Built on decades of photonics innovation, Lumentum delivers high-performance lasers, modules, and optical subsystems that enable scalable, energy-efficient data center connectivity, advanced telecom networks, industrial manufacturing, and sensing applications. Headquartered in San Jose, California, the company operates R&D, manufacturing, and sales facilities worldwide.
About the Role

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Lumentum Inc. Greensboro, North Carolina, United States

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic overachievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!


Team Overview

This internship is a hands-on role working in a cleanroom environment where you’ll support the development, and optimization of semiconductor manufacturing processes.

 

Responsibilities

  • Process Development & Optimization: Design and run experiments to develop or improve semiconductor and thin-film fabrication methods, focusing on yield, throughput, and consistency
  • Tool Operation: Learn and safely operate semiconductor tools such as deposition systems, etch systems, lithography equipment, and metrology tools
  • Data Analysis & Problem Solving: Analyze data and make process decision to achieve desired outcome.      Summarize, present, and discuss findings with team. 
  • Cleanroom Work: Perform tasks in a controlled cleanroom environment, handling wafers and sensitive equipment
  • Collaboration: Work with senior process engineers, process technicians and manufacturing operators, to ensure process compatibility and quality
  • Documentation: Maintain detailed records of processes, procedures, and test results

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate engineering, mechanical, materials or related technical programs.
  • Foundational knowledge of concepts, tools, or methods relevant to the internship (semiconductor processing methods, thin-film disposition, dry etch, lithography, and metrology).
  • Demonstrated ability to apply classroom learning through coursework, projects, laboratory work, research, or other relevant experience.
  • Available for the full internship period.

 

Desired Qualifications

  • Prior cleanroom experience and familiarity with wafer fabrication tools and metrology systems are highly valued.

 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation.

Key Skills
Semiconductor fabricationProcess developmentThin-film depositionLithographyDry etchMetrologyData analysisCleanroom operationsWafer handlingExperimental designProblem solvingProcess optimizationTechnical documentation
Categories
EngineeringManufacturingTechnologyScience & Research