Summer 2026 - Technology Development Engineer Intern
SWIR Vision Systems
IT
Hopewell Junction, NY, USA
USD 36-42 / hour
Posted on Mar 5, 2026
An internship at onsemi offers a dynamic opportunity to gain hands-on experience through real-world projects that drive innovation in the semiconductor industry. Interns are entrusted with meaningful responsibilities and exposed to cutting-edge technologies, fostering both technical skill development and professional growth.
onsemi views internships as a strategic pipeline for entry-level career positions, providing a collaborative and inclusive environment where interns work alongside diverse teams and contribute to high-impact initiatives. The company’s commitment to sustainability, including its goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2040, enables interns to engage in projects that align with global environmental priorities.
Key benefits include:
- Competitive compensation and medical benefits
- Flexible work hours aligned with academic schedules
- Access to Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) which foster a sense of belonging and provide opportunities for mentorship and community engagement
- Networking events, professional development workshops, and project showcases that build career readiness and visibility across the organization
Internship roles span multiple disciplines including engineering, business operations, data analytics, and finance, and are designed to align with onsemi’s strategic goals of innovation and workforce development. Structured programs such as rotational field sales and finance analyst tracks offer additional career pathways for interns transitioning into full-time roles.
onsemi (Nasdaq: ON) is driving disruptive innovations to help build a better future. With a focus on automotive and industrial end-markets, the company is accelerating change in megatrends such as vehicle electrification and safety, sustainable energy grids, industrial automation, and 5G and cloud infrastructure. With a highly differentiated and innovative product portfolio, onsemi creates intelligent power and sensing technologies that solve the world’s most complex challenges and leads the way in creating a safer, cleaner, and smarter world.
More details about our company benefits can be found here:
We are committed to sourcing, attracting, and hiring high-performance innovators, while providing all candidates a positive recruitment experience that builds our brand as a great place to work.
onsemi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Talent.acquisition@onsemi.com for assistance.
Qualifications – External
Preferred Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Strong interest in semiconductor manufacturing, device physics, materials, or advanced process technologies.
- Experience with laboratory work, experimentation, or data analysis (coursework or projects acceptable).
- Working knowledge of Excel, Python, JMP, or similar analysis tools is a plus.
- Excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
What You Will Gain
- Hands-on exposure to state-of-the-art semiconductor tools and processes.
- Mentorship from experienced engineers in New Technology Development.
- Experience conducting structured experiments and applying engineering rigor.
- Opportunities to contribute to real development deliverables that influence future product roadmaps.
- A deeper understanding of how new technologies move from concept to manufacturable processes.
Who We’re Looking For
A self-driven, analytical problem-solver who enjoys learning, experimenting, and contributing to innovative engineering solutions. Someone who is eager to take initiative, ask good questions, and grow their technical skillset.
Hourly Pay : onsemi is excited to share the base salary range for this position is $36.00 to $42.00 exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. The final pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, education, experience, and/or consideration of internal equity of our current team members. We also offer a competitive benefits package. https://www.onsemi.com/site/pdf/Benefits-Summary-USA.pdf
We are seeking a highly motivated and curious Summer Intern to support our New Technology Development team. This role offers hands-on experience working with cutting‑edge processes, tools, and materials as we develop next‑generation technologies. The intern will work directly with engineers and cross‑functional partners to execute experiments, analyze data, and contribute to advancing key development milestones.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the development, setup, and execution of process experiments for emerging technologies.
- Collect, organize, and analyze experimental data; summarize findings and provide recommendations.
- Support tool qualifications, process characterization, and capability studies.
- Prepare test wafers, run production and non‑production tools, and follow defined operating procedures.
- Troubleshoot basic process or equipment issues under the guidance of engineering mentors.
- Document experimental results, create technical presentations, and communicate updates to the broader team.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to problem‑solving discussions.