Mechatronics Intern

Introduction to the job

ASML US brings together the most creative minds in science and technology to develop lithography machines that are key to producing faster, cheaper, more energy-efficient microchips. We design, develop, integrate, market and service these advanced machines, which enable our customers - the world’s leading chipmakers - to reduce the size and increase the functionality of their microchips, which in turn leads to smaller, more powerful consumer electronics. Our headquarters are in Veldhoven, the Netherlands, and we have 18 office locations around the United States including main offices in Chandler, Arizona, San Jose and San Diego, California, Wilton, Connecticut, and Hillsboro, Oregon.

A well-rounded mechatronics intern in this position will work on mechatronics, precision handling of delicate parts, product and system integration and software functionality, all specific to ASML products. The main focus will be mechatronics and robotics on advanced modules in lithography tools. Candidate should be a student with focus on mechatronic systems and control systems, preferably in the area industrial robotics integration.

ASML is seeking a Mechatronics/Robotics Intern to join the Wilton, CT development location as we break new ground in the emerging field of photolithography. As ASML pushes the boundaries of nano-technology beyond current state of the art, we have a need to develop high precision equipment while maintaining a focus on cost effectiveness and reliability.

This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. § 730, et seq.). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work. Business demands may require ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.

Role and responsibilities

The job requires a strong technical individual contributor to:  

Work in a team environment alongside experienced engineers on real-life mechatronics topics.

Work on solving an actual issue or design challenge the group is facing at the time. Specific tasks will also be tailored to match the education / experience level of the intern as well as the student’s learning objectives for the duration. 

Perform some autonomous work (modeling, data collection, data analysis, test execution in the lab or clean room) as well as some supervised and/or collaborative work. 

Assignments are usually a mix of analysis and hands on work with hardware.

Document and present their findings as well as making an end of program presentation to the team about what you achieved during your internship. 

The goal of the internship is for you to learn about working in a corporate setting and to provide hands on experience solving real world problems in a team environment.

Education and experience

Current active students in Engineering, preferably Mechanical / Mechatronics / Physics or equivalent experience.  

Mechatronics engineering background or specialization in closely related areas such as robotics or other fields. 

Basic experience with MATLAB / SIMULINK or similar tools.

Ability to derive conclusions from analyses and make practical recommendations. 

Strong technical writing and communication skills in English, including presenting results based on strong statistical evidence to audiences of a wide range of technical abilities.

Skills 

Working at the cutting edge of tech, you’ll always have new challenges and new problems to solve – and working together is the only way to do that. You won’t work in a silo. Instead, you’ll be part of a creative, dynamic work environment where you’ll collaborate with supportive colleagues. There is always space for creative and unique points of view. You’ll have the flexibility and trust to choose how best to tackle tasks and solve problems. 

To thrive in this job, you’ll need the following skills: 

Can observe and respond to people and situations and interact with others encountered in the course of work.   

Can learn and apply new information or skills.  

Must be able to read and interpret data, information, and documents. 

Strong customer focus and commitment to customer satisfaction through prioritization, quality, efficiency and professionalism. 

Ability to complete assignments with attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.  

Proven ability to perform effectively in a demanding environment with changing workloads and deadlines.  

Result driven-demonstrate ownership and accountability. 

Identifies bottlenecks and drives improvements. 

Work independently or as part of a team and follow through on assignments with minimal supervision.  

Demonstrate open, clear, concise and professional communication. 

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with manager, co-workers and customer.  

Work according to a strict set of procedures within the provided timelines. 

Possess strong ownership characteristics and commitment to achieving results on time 

Genuine interest in mechatronics engineering and analysis, as well as in developing precision systems that can perform reliably at customer sites 

High-energy, quick study with flexible nature. 

Self-motivated team player with strong desire to learn and ability to handle multiple projects and tasks concurrently and with minimal guidance.  

Diversity & Inclusion

ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company. 

Other information

ASML Offers:

A challenging opportunity to expand your knowledge in a wide variety of engineering application areas and to work on problems spanning all technical fields.

Highly creative and qualified teams with a diversity of experience.

Great career opportunities at a quickly growing high-tech company.

World class technical problems to solve.

Role within Office

Responsibilities:

Routinely required to sit; walk; talk; hear; use hands to keyboard, finger, handle, and feel; stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, reach, and stretch. Occasionally required to move around the campus.

Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

May require travel dependent on business needs.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Role within the Factory 
Responsibilities: 

Must be willing to work in a clean room environment, wearing coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses and gloves for entire duration of shift. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to sit; walk; talk; hear; use hands to keyboard, finger, handle, and feel; stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, reach, and stretch.  

The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

Can work under deadlines. 

The environment generally is moderate in temperature with moderate to high noise level. 

Must be willing to work a compressed work week schedule- twelve-hour long shift and rotating from three to four days a week.   

This must include references to day and night shifts for accommodation purposes. 

Additional Responsibilities (as needed in the cleanroom and/or labs):
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Must be willing to work in a clean room environment, wearing coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses and gloves. Working under ISO 9000/14000 standards.

The environment in the cleanroom is moderate in temperature with moderate to high noise level.

Safely working around lasers; on ladders; on platforms; around chemicals; near strong magnetic fields; around high voltage and currents.

The employee is occasionally required to move around the campus.

EOE AA M/F/Veteran/Disability

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