Intern Quality Engineer Metrology

Job Summary

The Easton Coherent SiC LLC quality department manages and controls the quality of all manufacturing process in our silicon carbide (SiC) manufacturing plant. Our department also is a leader of the quality controls for metrology of our SiC wafer and SiC boules for our 4 additional world-wide semiconductor manufacturing plants. This intern will learn how our semiconductor manufacturing plant works and how a quality department can operate to monitor and improve the measurements (metrology) that our business uses to measure and control the most key metrics for quality of our SiC wafer products. This intern will also learn how to use JMP to perform and analyze Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility Studies and to leverage these studies to analyze and understand metrology measurement errors and tolerances.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Metrology Alignment Program Quality Engineering Intern to join our Quality department for Summer 2026. In this role you will gain hands-on experience in practical statistical analyis of state-of-the-art semiconductor metrology work alongside industry professionals and contribute to meaningful projects that support our team and company objectives.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility (GRR) Studies
• Use our JMP statistical analysis software to do these GRR Studies
• Team collaboration data entry reporting etc.
• Collect and distribute samples to others
• Learn how to take measurements of some key metrics for quality of our SiC wafer products.
• Report on these Gauge R&R studies at the end of the internship program

Education & Experience

• Education Level Required: at least 3 years toward a Bachelors (ideally BS) degree
• That is a rising senior (completed 3 years by start or internship)
• Majors: science statistics or engineering.
• Must have a major in science or engineering with a statistics minor or major statistics with a science or engineering minor
• Relevant coursework or experience in using JMP or Minitab is key.
• Open to currently enrolled students or those who have graduated within one year of the internship start date.

Skills & Other Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Team-oriented but able to work independently when needed.
• Adaptable and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and time management.
• Solid experience and capabilities with Excel and with either JMP or Minitab
• Internship Duration: 10 14 weeks.
• At Coherent interns are valued members of our team and have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions from day addition to hands-on project experience our internship program includes opportunities to connect with fellow interns and colleagues across the organization through virtual and in-person networking events team-building activities and more. Interns are expected to actively participate in these events as part of their professional development and to fully immerse themselves in our collaborative and innovative culture.

Working Conditions

• This role will be based on-site in Easton PA
• Regular use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary.
• Ability to work in our cleanrooms

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or in meetings.
• Use of hands and fingers for typing writing and handling documents.
• Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative tasks.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. EHS standards.

Quality & Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to companys values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. 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.

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ABOUT US

Coherent is a global leader in lasers engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial optical communications military life sciences semiconductor equipment and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. Its an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

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