Embedded & Systems Software
Originally posted 11 November 2026 by the employer.
About the role
As an Imaging Physics R&D Intern, you will support research and development activities focused on photomask modeling and computational lithography technologies. The San Jose Imaging Physics R&D team focuses on imaging-related multi-physics topics including photomask, projection optics, and photoresist.
What you'll do
- Conduct research studies related to photomask modeling and computational lithography.
- Develop and apply simulation methods to investigate optical and electromagnetic effects in photomask systems.
- Analyze modeling results and identify opportunities to improve simulation accuracy and efficiency.
- Support the development of numerical algorithms used in imaging and lithography applications.
- Document technical findings and present results through reports and technical discussions.
- Contribute to exploratory path-finding projects that support research initiatives.
What you'll need
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree, master's degree, or PhD in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
- Experience through coursework, research, academic projects, or internships involving optics, electromagnetics, computational physics, or semiconductor technology.
- Familiarity with scientific modeling, simulation, and numerical analysis techniques.
- Experience programming in Python, C++, or similar technical computing languages.
Nice to have
- Exposure to computational electromagnetics, image processing, optimization methods, or machine learning.
- Experience working in Linux-based development or research environments.
Skills: computational lithography, photomask modeling, electromagnetics, simulation, Python, C++
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