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Software Intern

KLA
paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, California, Milpitas
Feb 28, 2026

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world's leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow's electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Group/Division

With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next-generation devices to volume production quickly and cost-effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA's metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. The Surfscan group includes a team of engineers, technology development, apps engineers and product marketing focused on technology that enables wafer, IC and equipment manufacturers to develop, qualify and monitor their process tools. Defects and process non-uniformities detected on Surfscan equipment allow for early identification of yield excursions. The flagship Surfscan products include the SPx platforms for wafer surface quality and wafer defect inspection tools and systems for inspection of polished wafers, epi wafers and engineered substrates during the wafer fabrication process.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. KLA develops industryleading systems and solutions for wafer and reticle manufacturing, enabling advanced chip design and highvolume semiconductor production. Innovation is at the core of what we do, supported by strong investment in research and development and close collaboration across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Position Summary

KLA is seeking a curious and motivated Software Engineering Intern with strong programming fundamentals in C++, C#, and Python to join our development team. In this role, you will gain handson experience developing, testing, and supporting software on Windows and Linux platforms, contributing to realworld, productionquality systems used in advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment. The role also offers opportunities to explore and apply AIbased tools to improve software productivity, diagnostics, or analysis.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain software components using C++, C#, and Python
  • Work on applications and services running on Windows and Linux environments
  • Participate in the development of systemlevel and performancecritical software
  • Debug, analyze, and resolve software issues using standard debugging and profiling tools
  • Collaborate with crossfunctional teams including hardware, systems, algorithms, and test engineers
  • Write clean, maintainable, and welldocumented code following KLA software engineering best practices
  • Develop and execute unit and integration tests to ensure software quality and reliability
  • Explore the use of AIassisted development tools for code generation, debugging, testing, or analysis
  • Participate in code reviews and technical discussions

Required Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
  • Strong programming fundamentals with handson experience in C++, C#, and/or Python
  • Experience working with Linux (command line, processes, file systems)
  • Basic experience with Windows development environments
  • Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and objectoriented programming
  • Familiarity with build systems and development tools (e.g., Make, CMake, Visual Studio)
  • Experience with or willingness to explore AIbased tools for software development, automation, or analysis
  • Ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a collaborative team environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with multithreading or multiprocess programming
  • Understanding of operating system concepts (memory, processes, IPC)
  • Familiarity with Git or other version control systems
  • Experience using Python for scripting, automation, or testing
  • Exposure to AI/ML concepts, data analysis, or AIassisted developer tools is a plus
  • Interest in system software, hardwaresoftware interaction, or semiconductor equipment software

Minimum Qualifications

Students working towards a Master's Level Degree

Base Pay Range: $0.00 - $0.00 Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA KLA's total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.

Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us attalent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.

Be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees. KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA's Careers website for legitimate job postings. KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers. If you are concerned that a communication, an interview, an offer of employment, or that an employee is not legitimate, please send an email to talent.acquisition@kla.com to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.

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