CareerPlan

Internship-Optical Modeling and Simulation Engineering

San Jose, CA, USAInternship2026-11-04 → 2026-11-10

Core

Develop advanced computational methods and software for optical simulation and optimization to model light-matter interactions at sub-wavelength scales for semiconductor manufacturing systems.

Role type

Research and development intern (optical modeling and simulation)

Builds

Numerical models and simulation capabilities for optical metrology and sensor technologies

Domain

Semiconductor manufacturing, photonics, computational electromagnetics

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Computational electromagnetics, numerical solutions to Maxwell's equations, FDTD methods, scientific programming (Python, MATLAB, C, C++), Linux/Unix, HPC environments

Preferred skills

Knowledge of semiconductor nanofabrication processes (lithography, deposition, dry etching, CMP)

Responsibilities

Develop advanced computational methods and software capabilities for optical simulation and optimization, Create and enhance numerical models that characterize light-matter interactions at nanometer scales, Design and perform simulation studies to evaluate new concepts and quantify performance improvements, Analyze simulation data and interpret technical results using scientific and engineering principles, Collaborate with researchers and engineers to solve complex optics and photonics challenges, Document technical findings and communicate results through reports, presentations, and technical discussions

Seniority

Intern