Research Scientist Intern

Base Pay Range: $0.00 – $0.00

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 identified below. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits identified below. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed above reflects the minimum and maximum pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting.  Actual pay depends on several factors, including location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training.  If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Company OverviewKLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays.  The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the worlds leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrows electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Group/DivisionThe vision of KLAs global human resources organization is to become a leader and partner to operating leadership in support of the companys efforts to achieve its strategic growth, customer and operating objectives through strategic talent management. Our mission is to enable the business, and leverage human resources to achieve short and long-term business objectives. Our primary areas of strategic focus include talent acquisition, individual and organizational assessment and development, performance management, inclusion and engagement, and rewards.  The global HR organization includes HR business partners, learning and development, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, employee communications, and HR system operations.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications
Job Description/Responsibilities
KLA is looking for summer interns at our Ann Arbor, Michigan location. This position provides an opportunity to work with engineering teams on projects aiming to characterize and improve the performance and capabilities of optical coatings for KLAs next generation inspection and metrology tools!
In particular, the intern would work in the following areas:
Develop methods and test plans for characterization of optics and thin-film coatings.
Work with vacuum chambers 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 at external partner organizations.
Qualifications:
Experience with high vacuum systems.
Knowledge of surface and thin-film characterization methods and data analysis.
Experience with characterization techniques such as XPS, AFM and SEM/EDX a plus.

Minimum Qualifications
Currently enrolled in 4-year graduate program in Mechanical Engineering or related field with immigration authorization to undertake corporate internship projects.

The company offers a total rewards package that is competitive and comprehensive including but not limited to the f