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(Epi) - Module Development Engineer - (PhD Intern)
Intel Corporation · 🇺🇸 US, Oregon, Hillsboro
Sponsorship verdict
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One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 1,731 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 1,112 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Intel Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles287 certified filings for “Process Engineer” (Materials Engineers) in OR: $113k–$133k, median $133k. Most were filed at wage level III (87%) — 3 lottery entries, ≈46% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 1,731 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 1,112 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Job Details: Job Description: The Role and Impact As a Module Engineering PhD Intern, you will contribute to the optimization and development of manufacturing processes for a specific module within semiconductor production. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve sustaining and improving manufacturing equipment, troubleshooting issues, and supporting qualification activities. This hands-on internship offers a unique opportunity to apply your academic knowledge, gain practical skills, and explore career possibilities in a dynamic and innovative environment. Business group Intel Foundry aims to advance semiconductor manufacturing technologies and deliver cutting-edge solutions to meet customer needs globally. As part of this organization, you will join a team dedicated to enhancing manufacturing processes and sustaining high-performance equipment, enabling Intel's broader mission of technological excellence. Working in this collaborative environment offers a chance to contribute to groundbreaking innovations in semiconductor production. Key Responsibilities • Support the development and implementation of semiconductor manufacturing processes for a specific module. • Sustain and improve manufacturing equipment performance to ensure operational reliability and efficiency. • Assist in troubleshooting equipment issues and performing qualification activities to meet production standards. • Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance process control methodologies and achieve production goals. • Apply statistical analysis and design experimental methodologies to improve process reliability and throughput. • Gain hands-on experience with materials and device characterization techniques, such as SEM and TEM. • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for process control systems and methodologies. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications • Ph.D. degree in progress in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or another STEM-related field. • Knowledge of semiconductor processing fundamentals, including lithography, etching, polishing, and deposition techniques. • Familiarity with statistical data analysis and experimental design methodologies. • Experience in materials and physical device characterization techniques, such as SEM or TEM, gained through coursework, academic research, or hands-on training. • Familiarity with process control techniques and methodologies. Preferred Qualifications • PhD student 3rd or 4th year; experience with thin film deposition and characterization. • Hands-on experience using and maintaining scientific equipment, research experience, experimental and data analysis expertise. • Semiconductor device research, development or characterization experience This internship provides a unique opportunity to collaborate, innovate, and gain impactful hands-on experience in semiconductor manufacturing. If you are passionate about advancing technology and exploring meaningful career opportunities, we encourage you to apply today. Job Type: Student / Intern Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro Additional Locations: Posting Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. Position of Trust N/A Benefits We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of compe