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Module Development Engineer PhD Intern New 2027
Intel Corporation · 🇺🇸 US, Oregon, Hillsboro
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
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: As a Module Engineering PhD Intern, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the development and implementation of advanced manufacturing processes for a specific module in semiconductor manufacturing. You will collaborate with engineering teams to optimize process control methodologies, troubleshoot and sustain equipment operations, and contribute to production targets. This hands-on experience will enable you to build critical skills, apply academic knowledge to real-world challenges, and explore future career opportunities in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Business group: Intel Foundry delivers cutting-edge manufacturing solutions that power the future of technology. The group focuses on enabling semiconductor innovation by optimizing processes, advancing equipment capabilities, and driving production excellence. As part of Intel Foundry, you will join a team dedicated to delivering world-class manufacturing outcomes while contributing to Intel's leadership in the semiconductor industry. Key Responsibilities: - Support the development and optimization of manufacturing processes for a specific module. - Assist with troubleshooting, sustaining, and improving manufacturing equipment performance. - Conduct equipment maintenance and qualification activities to ensure operational efficiency. - Collaborate with engineering teams to refine process control methodologies and achieve production goals. - Apply PhD-level knowledge and research to practical engineering challenges. - Participate in projects that support Intel's business objectives, fostering innovation and technical growth. Qualifications: You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum qualifications and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. Experience listed below would be obtained through a combination of your schoolwork, classes, research, relevant previous job, and/or internship experiences Minimum Qualifications: - Must be pursuing a PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a Semiconductor related STEM field. -2+ years of hands-on experimental research experience (e.g., doctoral thesis research, laboratory instrumentation, advanced material characterization, optics, plasma, or thin-film processing). Preferred Qualifications: -GPA: 3.5 -Knowledge of semiconductor processing fundamentals such as lithography, etch, film deposition, implant, or chemical-mechanical planarization. -Proficiency in materials and physical device characterization (e.g., SEM, TEM). -Experience with custom data analysis tools (Python, MATLAB, JSL). Join us and be part of a team where your contributions will drive innovation and push the boundaries of technology. 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 competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at In