USA - Vermont - Essex Junction, USA
68 days ago
Silicon Photonic Test Development Intern (Spring/Summer 2025)

About GlobalFoundries 

GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, test & characterization and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GF makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit GlobalFoundries (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 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: 

Intern / Co-op position as part of GF Test Development organization supporting Silicon Photonic (SiPh) semiconductor technologies for high-speed applications in the growing Data Center and High Performance, Hyperscale Computing markets. GF is seeking a self-driven, highly motivated student to contribute to the development of novel Optical & Electrical test solution to characterize Photonic integrated circuits (PIC) using state-of-the-art test equipment. 

Essential Responsibilities include: 

Critical thinker with strong statistics and programming experience. 

Advanced skills in computer science & programming languages in a Linux environment – Python (required) C/C++ (required), R or Perl. 

Basic understanding of silicon photonic, high-speed & mm-wave circuit design.  

Demonstrated analytical & positive thinking, desire to innovate, accountability for your work and people skills. 

 

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 BSc, MSc, or PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science through an accredited degree program during the internship. 

Must have at least an overall 3.5 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 & Skills: 

Prior related internship or co-op experience 

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

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  

Knowledge or direct design experience in opto-electronic circuit applications such as modulators, Lidar, or multiplexing circuits. 

Fluency in shell scripting, multi-paradigm (Matlab/R) and high-level programming languages (Python/Perl) for automation and statistical data analysis. 

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Expected Salary Range 

$20.00 - $40.00 

Expected Salary Range

$0.00 - $0.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. 

 

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations. 

 

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory. 

 

All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law 

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