Silicon Photonics Process Integration Intern (Summer 2027)

Silicon Photonics Process Integration Intern (Summer 2027)

About GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading manufacturer of essential semiconductors, enabling AI at scale from the cloud to the physical world. Through deep partnerships with customers, GF delivers differentiated, power-efficient and high-performance solutions for high-growth markets. GF is a trusted and holistic technology partner for customers around the world. GF’s talented, global team remains focused every day on security, longevity and sustainability. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Internship Program Overview:

Our Interns & Co-ops are our entry-level talent pipeline for GF across the globe. Our goal is to provide students with a meaningful work experience that will equip them with the skills to embark on a career in the fast-paced and growing semiconductor industry after graduation. As an intern at GF, you’ll experience one-on-one mentorship, work assignments that prioritize your growth and potential, professional development opportunities, and the chance to network with executives.

Summary of Role:

GlobalFoundries Fab 8 is seeking an intern to support the 300mm semiconductor technology development integration team. This role will contribute to the process integration of silicon photonic devices across development, customer engagement, qualification, and production readiness.

Essential Responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with device, process module, packaging, test, and integration teams to develop and drive silicon photonics input/output solutions.

• Learn integration module ownership while supporting the development and qualification of silicon photonics input/output processes and structures.

• Assist with analysis of process, device, and yield data to identify trends, document results, and support technical problem solving.

• Support project execution through experiment tracking, status communication, and preparation of technical summaries for cross-functional stakeholders.

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Required Qualifications:

• Education – At least a sophomore at time of application and actively pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Solid State Physics, Photonics, Optics, or related field through an accredited degree program during the time of internship.

• Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and be in good academic standing.

• Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal)

• Ability to work at least 40 hours per week during the internship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior related internship or co-op experience

• Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.

• Strong interest in leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support effective decision-making.

• Project management skills, i.e., the ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Strong planning & organizational skills

• Coursework or hands-on experience in semiconductor processing, silicon photonics, optoelectronic devices, or process integration.

• Experience with data analysis, design of experiments, or technical tools such as Python, MATLAB, JMP, or similar software.