About the role#
This internship focuses on developing software and AI/ML prototypes to support diagnostics and calibration in semiconductor manufacturing. You will work within the Semiconductor Products and Customers business unit, specifically contributing to reticle inspection solutions. This role is a full-time, on-site position based in Milpitas, California.
What you'll do#
- Develop Python-based software and AI/ML prototypes that combine analytical models with image-based diagnostics.
- Prepare image and signal datasets while assessing metrics such as resolution, noise, spectral content, sampling, aliasing, contrast, and system aberrations.
- Evaluate prototypes against analytical baselines and expert assessments, documenting accuracy, uncertainty, and failure cases.
- Identify performance-limiting parameters and recommend calibration actions for human review.
- Build reproducible code, tests, and technical documentation.
- Collaborate with engineers using approved data and AI tools while maintaining the security of proprietary information.
- Explore AI-assisted troubleshooting, engineering analysis, and workflow automation.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a BS, MS, or PhD program in computer science, electrical engineering, applied mathematics, physics, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Python and scientific computing with a foundational understanding of machine learning.
- Experience analyzing data through research, coursework, or projects.
- Strong problem-solving skills and clear communication abilities.
- Exposure to image or signal processing, optics, imaging systems, or calibration methods.
- Experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow, or scikit-learn.
- Familiarity with software testing, version control, or reproducible experimentation.
- Familiarity with LLMs, retrieval-augmented generation, AI coding assistants, or workflow automation is helpful.
Location & details#
- Location: Milpitas, California
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Modality: On-site
- Term: Rolling
About KLA
KLA manufactures equipment and provides services for the electronics industry. The company builds process control and process-enabling solutions used in the production of wafers, reticles, integrated circuits, and printed circuit boards. It employs over 17,000 people and maintains its headquarters in Milpitas, California. The organization operates as a public company.
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