R&D Process Development Intern

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R&D Process Development Intern - Summer 2025

Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue the mission.

The Role:
Our site in Billerica, MA is seeking a/an R&D Process Development Intern to join our team for the Summer 2025 season. This assignment is intended to be 12-14 weeks in duration.
The R&D Process Development Intern will be part of the Core Technologies Development (CTD) team within the Wet Etch and Cleaning (WEC) Development and Engineering organization at Entegris. The CTD team drives the overarching technology roadmap through scouting of new technologies, design, and implementation of prototype equipment, as well as process optimization and integration into manufacturing. The R&D Process Development Intern will primarily support the design and execution of experimental plans for novel technology exploration but will also be given the opportunity to assist in implementation of novel process equipment. The engineer will work with cross functional groups within Entegris. This role is based in our Billerica, MA facility.

What You'll Do:

* Conduct research under the direction of a more senior engineer(s) to identify new filter cleaning technologies and improved processes, that will meet technology roadmap targets as well as design specifications of new filter products
* Assist with new equipment commissioning, and execution of experimental plans in the lab
* Communicate progress on a frequent basis including recommendations for process improvement
* Engage with a variety of stakeholders including R&D personnel, Operations, Facilities, and EHS
* Develop critical thinking and problem solving associated with novel and/or improved process/equipment design
* Identify and resolve issues proactively
* Analyze data, prepare progress reports and presentations
* Write standard operating procedures for novel/improved processes, and assist with general day-to-day equipment and laboratory-related tasks

What We Seek:

* Interest or experience working in a chemical laboratory
* Motivated and self-directed team player with good interpersonal skills
* Good organizational and communication skills with the ability to effectively convey information both verbally and in writing
* Detail-oriented, ability to take comprehensive notes and make observations
* Willingness to learn and adapt quickly in a fast-paced working environment
* Ability to work with intra and inter departmental functional areas as necessary

* Entegris is not currently hiring candidates for internships who will need, now or at any time in the future, Entegris sponsorship through the H1-B lottery".

Desired Major(s) & Graduation Year:

* Desired Major: Materials Science, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering
* Must be enrolled in an undergraduate program with a graduation date of May 2025 or later

What We Offer
At Entegris, we invest in providing opportunity to our employees and promote from within. The new hire in this role will have the potential to grow and create relationships across the organization and be recognized for demonstrated success and adherence to company PACE values.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.

Entegris strongly encourages all of its employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. At Entegris, COVID-19 vaccination is preferred but not required at this time.