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RSS Job Feed Department: Engineering Locations: Rochester, NY Posted: Jul 7, 2026 Closes: Open Until Filled Type: Internship Salary Type: Hourly Salary Range: $25.00 - $25.00 Position ID: 202251
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About NY Creates:
NY Creates serves as a bridge for advanced electronics, leads projects that advance R&D in emerging technologies, and generates the jobs of tomorrow. NY Creates also runs some of the most advanced facilities in the world, boasts more than 3,000 industry experts and faculty, and manages public and private investments of approximately $25 billion - placing it at the global epicenter of high-tech innovation and commercialization.
Job Description:
Position Summary, General Optimization of Dielectric and Silicon Etch Recipes Co-op
This internship position is based in Rochester, NY and will support process development activities focused on the optimization of dielectric and silicon etch processes used in semiconductor manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications, General Optimization of Dielectric and Silicon Etch Recipes Co-op
Preferred Qualifications, General Optimization of Dielectric and Silicon Etch Recipes Co-op
Don't meet every requirement? At NY Creates we are dedicated to building a welcoming team. If you are excited about working for NY Creates but your experience doesn't exactly align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway, you might still be a perfect fit for this or another role.
Benefits
Salary Range: $25.00/per hour
NOTE: Some positions require access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, or restricted programs where U.S. Government authorization may be required.
For positions requiring such access, offers of employment are contingent upon the employer being able to obtain the necessary authorization, including, if required, an export license from the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security, the U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, or other government agencies. The decision to pursue an export license application is at The Research Foundation for SUNY's sole discretion. Proof of status may be required prior to employment in connection with necessary authorizations.
Employment is with the Research Foundation for SUNY. The Research Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply please call Human Resources at 518-437-8686.
RSS Job Feed Department: Engineering Locations: Rochester, NY Posted: Jul 7, 2026 Closes: Open Until Filled Type: Internship Salary Type: Hourly Salary Range: $25.00 - $25.00 Position ID: 202251
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About NY Creates:
NY Creates serves as a bridge for advanced electronics, leads projects that advance R&D in emerging technologies, and generates the jobs of tomorrow. NY Creates also runs some of the most advanced facilities in the world, boasts more than 3,000 industry experts and faculty, and manages public and private investments of approximately $25 billion - placing it at the global epicenter of high-tech innovation and commercialization.
Job Description:
Position Summary, General Optimization of Dielectric and Silicon Etch Recipes Co-op
This internship position is based in Rochester, NY and will support process development activities focused on the optimization of dielectric and silicon etch processes used in semiconductor manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the development and optimization of dielectric and silicon etch recipes for semiconductor device fabrication.
- Support the execution of process experiments using plasma etch equipment and related characterization tools.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret process and metrology data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
- Collaborate with process engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams to troubleshoot process issues and improve manufacturing performance.
- Monitor key process metrics including etch rate, selectivity, critical dimension control, uniformity, and defectivity.
- Maintain accurate records of process development activities and experimental results.
Minimum Qualifications, General Optimization of Dielectric and Silicon Etch Recipes Co-op
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, or a related STEM discipline.
- Basic understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes and cleanroom environments through coursework, laboratory experience, or research projects.
- Ability to work in a cleanroom setting and comply with all safety and operational procedures.
Preferred Qualifications, General Optimization of Dielectric and Silicon Etch Recipes Co-op
Don't meet every requirement? At NY Creates we are dedicated to building a welcoming team. If you are excited about working for NY Creates but your experience doesn't exactly align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway, you might still be a perfect fit for this or another role.
Benefits
- Medical, Vision, and Dental
- Competitive Pay and PTO
- Flexible Heath Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
- Basic / Optional Life Insurance
- Post-Retirement Health Insurance
- Employer contribution of 7% of earnings to a Basic Retirement plan after meeting one year of service.
- Optional employee contributed retirement account
Salary Range: $25.00/per hour
- Posted salary ranges re determined upon experience and education.
NOTE: Some positions require access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, or restricted programs where U.S. Government authorization may be required.
For positions requiring such access, offers of employment are contingent upon the employer being able to obtain the necessary authorization, including, if required, an export license from the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security, the U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, or other government agencies. The decision to pursue an export license application is at The Research Foundation for SUNY's sole discretion. Proof of status may be required prior to employment in connection with necessary authorizations.
Employment is with the Research Foundation for SUNY. The Research Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply please call Human Resources at 518-437-8686.
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