Algorithm Engineering Intern

Company Overview

KLA 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 world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Group/Division

The vision of KLA’s global human resources organization is to become a leader and partner to operating leadership in support of the company’s 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

Responsibilities:

An intern with the AI and Modeling Center of excellence will work in one or more of the following areas.  Interns will be technically supported and mentored throughout their stay with KLA. 

• Work with traditional machine learning and deep learning techniques to meet and improve results on KLA products.
• Experiment with new and novel techniques to improve results or reduce compute cost of various modeling techniques.
• Build tools for more efficient experimentation.
• Manage data used for training and experimentation of AI and physics modeling systems.
• Image processing.
• Speeding up physics models.
• Developing software tools and solutions for KLA products.

Qualifications:

• Students working towards a PhD Level Degree and anticipate graduating in 2026.
• Background in Physics, Applied Mathematics and Electrical Engineering or Electromagnetics.
• Familiarity in computer programming, especially in performance profiling, memory optimization, and parallel computing.
• Proficient in C++ especially in writing production-quality, object-oriented code.
• Experience in semiconductors (electrical properties, manufacturing, and metrology) is a plus.

Minimum Qualifications

• Students working towards a PhD Level Degree with a strong background in Math, Physics, or Electrical Engineering (or related field)
• Will anticipate graduating with a PhD degree in 2026

Base Pay Range: $0.00 - $0.00

Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA

KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.

Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [email protected] or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.

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