Research Scientist - ATG Optical Sensor Development Intern (Summer 2027)

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ATG Optical Sensor Development Intern (Summer 2027)

Job Description

Tokyo Electron America, Inc. (TEL), a subsidiary of Tokyo Electron Limited and a global leader in semiconductor equipment and process technologies, is seeking a Research Scientist Intern to join the USCRD Advanced Technology Group (ATG) in Austin, Texas.

Duration: Monday, May 17th- August 20th, 2027 

Location: Austin, TX 

Position Summary

TEL is seeking an M.S. or Ph.D. student with a background in optics, photonics, electrical engineering, experimental physics or signal processing to support the development of advanced sensing technologies for next-generation semiconductor applications.

The intern will work closely with researchers and engineers to evaluate sensing technologies, identify hardware requirements, recommend instrumentation solutions, and develop laboratory proof-of-concept (PoC) systems. The project will involve optical characterization, experimental setup development, hardware evaluation, and system integration. Experience with low-signal optical measurements, modulated optical techniques or lock-in amplification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct literature reviews and technology assessments related to optical sensing and measurement systems.
• Evaluate and recommend hardware, optics, detectors, electronics, data acquisition systems, and software tools for PoC development.
• Design, assemble, and test laboratory measurement setups and experimental systems.
• Support hardware integration, troubleshooting, testing, and performance evaluation.
• Develop data acquisition and analysis workflows using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools.
• Analyze experimental data and prepare technical reports and presentations.
• Collaborate with researchers, engineers, and external vendors.

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing an M.S. or Ph.D. degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Photonics, Engineering Physics, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation, photoluminescence characterization, or experimental research.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S without sponsorship 

Preferred Skills

• Photoluminescence spectroscopy, optical sensing, or related characterization techniques.
• Signal processing and low signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) measurement techniques.
• Experience with modulated optical measurements, synchronous detection, or lock-in amplification.
• Experimental design and laboratory testing.
• Programming experience with Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or similar tools.
• Electronics, data acquisition, and hardware integration.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans 

Diversity creates an innovative culture. TEL US is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.