Semiconductor Manufacturing Technician/Nanotechnologist Internship at Center for Nanotechnology Education and Utilization (CNEU)
The Pennsylvania State University
State College, PA
Summary description:
The Microelectronics and Nanomanufacturing Certification Program hosted by the Center for Nanotechnology Education and Utilization (CNEU) at Penn State University gives service members an immersive experience in the areas of nanotechnology and semiconductor manufacturing. During the program trainees will learn the fundamental processes used to manufacture the micro and nano sized devices which power our everyday lives. Service members will hear from a large variety of companies throughout the program. Trainees will be assisted with resume development, professional development, and equipped with technical and hands-on skills to help them land careers in nanotechnology, semiconductor, or adjacent industries.
Job description:
Service members will attend lectures every day, and hands-on labs 2-3 times a week, throughout the program. They will be trained on semiconductor manufacturing, nanotechnology, and nanocharacterization. Trainees will be assessed through regular homework assignments, online lab activities, and quizzes. Trainees will be responsible for attending all in-person hands-on labs at their specific opportunity location. Students will be expected to develop their resume and apply to at least 3 companies of interest during their time in the program under the supervision and support from CNEU leadership.
Students will be attending in person lab activities at the following locations depending on what location they enroll through: AZ: Arizona State University, Rio Salado College; CA: University of California San Diego; GA: Georgia institute of Technology; NC: North Carolina State University; NY: Cornell University; OH: Ohio State University; PA: Penn State University; TX: University of Texas Arlington; VA: Norfolk State University.If you are interested in being considered for this SkillBridge Internship opportunity, please complete this interest form for service members: https://forms.office.com/r/SMbv7jfM05
Eligibility factors:
All Services, Army
Candidates should have a background in science and basic math, and a familiarity with electronics, mechanics, or mechatronics.
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