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Product Development Intern Electron Beam Instrumentation

KLA


Job Location:

Ann Arbor, MI - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 38 - 48
Posted: 15 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 12 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

To make electronics you need chips wafers transistors reticles and... To make these you must see test and manufacture them at scalefaster and better than ever before. Thats where KLA comes in. Whether youre early in your career or an experienced professional youll solve complex challenges work alongside brilliant minds and help shape the future of technology.



Group/Division

The Semiconductor Products and Customers (Semi PC) business unit designs builds and sells KLAs product portfolio to help chip manufacturers meet high-quality standards for technologies like AI data centers automotive and electronic devices. Our inspection metrology and analytics systems detect and monitor defects across logic and memory chips specialty semiconductors wafers reticles advanced packaging process equipment and materials. We also develop technologies for specialty processes IC substrates and PCB manufacturing including etch and deposition component inspection and imaging and analytics. KLAs Central Engineering organization is made up of nine Centers of Excellence (CoEs) spanning disciplines like automation motion control sensors platform design and packaging. Each CoE contributes not only technical deliverables but also deep expertise best practices and advanced tools that elevate both what we buildand how we build it.

What Youll Do

In this role you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise.



We are seeking a highly motivated Product Development Intern to join our team focusing on the design development and testing of advanced electron beam instrumentation for the semiconductor industry. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced R&D environment.

In particular the intern would work in the following areas:

  • Develop methods and test plans for characterization of electron beam based subsystems such as detectors and electron beam sources.
  • Work with vacuum chambers pumps valves gages and related equipment.
  • Design set up and execute multi-disciplinary experiments.
  • Analyze data and prepare summary reports.
  • Work with simulations based on physical models and build correlations with experimental data.
  • Collaborate with scientists and engineers across the company.

Qualifications:

  • Currently pursuing a Masters or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Physics Materials Science or a related field.
  • Strong academic record.
  • Basic understanding of electron optics vacuum systems high voltage electronics or charged particle physics is a plus.
  • Familiarity with CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks AutoCAD) or simulation tools (e.g. COMSOL ANSYS) is desirable.
  • Experience with laboratory equipment and data acquisition systems.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python MATLAB or C is a plus.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong analytical mindset.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications

Currently pursuing a Masters or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering Physics Materials Science Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

About KLA

We provide advanced inspection tools metrology systems process solutions and computational analytics that make electronics possible tackling complex challenges. From electron and photon optics to machine learning and data analytics we seek perfection at the most fundamental level of matter in the universe. If you want to make electronics that push industries forward and make the world a better place join us.



Total Rewards

Base Pay Range: $38.50 - $48.00 per hour based on pursuit of a Masters and Ph.D. Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA

KLAs total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical dental vision life and other voluntary benefits 401(K) including company matching employee stock purchase program (ESPP) student debt assistance tuition reimbursement program development and career growth opportunities and programs financial planning benefits wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP) paid time off and paid company holidays and family care and bonding leave.

Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role level and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors including state minimum pay wage rates location job-related skills experience and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.



Use of AI Statement

At KLA our interviews seek to understand your individual skills problem-solving approach and authentic thinking. To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation the use of AI recording tools or other technologies to generate suggest or provide responses during interviewswhether virtual or in personis not permitted unless explicitly approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation or invited by the interviewer. Use of these tools may interfere with our ability to evaluate your individual qualifications and affect your candidacy. KLA is committed to advancing innovation through responsible AI and we value candidates who share this mindset.



Equal Opportunity Statement

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified 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 at or at 1- to request accommodation.


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Intern


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