RF Engineering Intern - BS​/MS

At Lam Research, we create equipment that drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible.

Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy. We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration.

The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.

Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they’re inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible.

Date:
Oct 7, 2026

Location:

Fremont, CA, US, 94538

Worker Category:
On-site

In the Etch Product Group C&F team, we are developing technology that enables the next generation of semiconductor processing and distinguishes Lam as the industry leader in etch. Core to this goal is RF power delivery, and the C&F team develops technology everywhere along the pathway from the AC outlet to the plasma chamber.

In this role you will contribute to Lam Research’s Conductor and Dielectric Etch technology portfolio. You will work directly with experienced RF engineers and Plasma Physicists developing novel RF power solutions that differentiate Lam products in the semiconductor market. Your work will help yield the RF technology required for angstrom-level semiconductor processing.

In addition to regular responsibilities, an RF Engineering Intern works autonomously in daily tasks and receives general instructions on new assignments:

• Participates in development of moderately complex RF systems and sub-systems
• Applies mathematical/engineering methods to RF system designs
• Contributes to research efforts of data
• Demonstrates good judgment in developing functional specifications for RF generators, matching networks, filters, and other RF networks
• Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise
• Works with multidisciplinary engineering design team to design and modify custom and OEM system components

• BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering/Plasma, or similar fields
• Very good oral, written, and presentation skills, in English
• Solid understanding of electromagnetic theory
• Solid understanding of RF network theory such impedance matching networks, filters, etc
• Solid understanding of distributed network theory such as transmission lines, couplers, etc
• Familiarity with Smith Chart theory and application
• Familiarity with RF network characterization techniques such as S-parameter analysis
• Familiar with RF measurement equipment (Power Meters, VNA, Impedance Analyzer and Spectrum Analyzers, etc.)
• Experience with network modeling tools such as SPICE
• Good understanding and adherence to lab safety standards

• Understanding of switch-mode electronics theory
• Familiarity with analog and mixed-signal circuit theory
• Familiarity with design for serviceability, manufacturability, reliability, etc.
• Experience soldering/desoldering TH and SMT components
• Experience using SW tools for test and analysis such as Mat Lab,…