Materials Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering ofLam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutionsare helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.

In this role, you will directly contribute to Lam's development of materials science and engineering data sets for application to wafer fabrication equipment hardware. This will be done in service of innovation opportunities and technical challenges that are defined by the needs of Lam Research customers.

The Deposition Product Group Materials Science & Technology organization is responsible for the selection and development of materials and surface treatments, used in semiconductor tool chamber components, which are capable of withstanding harsh operating environments inclusive of thermal, mechanical, and chemical stresses.

Responsibilities will include research of materials, lab work, knowledge documentation, and presentation of data, analyses, and recommendations. Specific job responsibilities include:

• Work with fellow engineers and suppliers to evaluate new hardware designs and materials in support of the company's complex semiconductor capital equipment
• Perform materials characterization, such as imaging, chemical analysis, and measurement of mechanical properties, of engineering and precision materials
• Produce detailed reports, presents results, and data-backed recommendations to management and cross-functional teams
• Develop and maintain BKMs (Best Known Methods) and procedures for failure analyses and characterization methodologies

Mimimum Qualifications

• Graduate student in Materials Science/Materials Engineering program
• Experience and strong familiarity working in a laboratory environment
• Fundamental knowledge of mechanics of materials, materials science, and reaction kinetics / thermodynamics
• Hands-on experience with performing and interpreting results from analytical methods such as microscopy, SEM, profilometry, etc. for engineering materials
• Excellent verbal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to work effectively and efficiently with diverse teams
• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks

• Self-motivated, curious, and a sense of humor
• General knowledge of setting up experiments
• General knowledge of problem-solving methodologies

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories - On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. 'On-site Flex' you'll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. 'Virtual Flex' you'll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.