Applications Engineering Intern – Film/OCD Metrology

About the role

KLA is looking for a highly motivated Applications Engineering intern to join its team in the development, release and support of its Film/OCD Metrology products. The role sits within the Semiconductor Products and Customers (Semi PC) business unit, which supplies inspection, metrology and analytics systems to chip manufacturers, and the Film and Scatterometry Technology (FaST) division, which delivers metrology solutions for film thickness, critical dimensions, composition and resistivity. The intern helps advance business priorities through deep technical understanding and innovative problem solving.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the development and release of advanced Film/OCD Metrology products.
• Develop a deep understanding of customer applications and use cases.
• Translate customer challenges into actionable problem statements.
• Design and execute data collection plans to support product development and troubleshooting.
• Analyze data and recommend corrective actions or design improvements.
• Communicate through oral presentations, written reports, meeting minutes and project summaries.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, applications and customer support teams.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science or a related field; working towards a college degree is acceptable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Preferred: experience in semiconductor metrology or related technologies, familiarity with thin film/OCD characterization techniques, and prior customer-facing experience.

What we offer

• Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed, including medical, dental, vision, life and other voluntary benefits, 401(k) with company matching, ESPP, student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement, wellness benefits and EAP, paid time off and paid holidays, and family care and bonding leave.
• Performance incentive programs and development and career growth opportunities.