III-V Processing Intern

Posting Title

III-V Processing Intern

CO - Golden

Intern (Fixed Term)

40

NLR is located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for energy systems research and development.

Join the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR), where world-class scientists, engineers, and experts are accelerating energy innovation through breakthrough research and systems integration. From our mission to our collaborative culture, NLR stands out in the research community for its commitment to an affordable and secure energy future. Spanning foundational science to applied systems engineering and analysis, we focus on solving complex challenges to deliver advanced, secure, reliable, and cost-effective energy solutions.

Our work helps strengthen U.S. industries, support job creation, and promote national economic growth.

At NLR, you'll find a mission-driven environment supported by state-of-the-art facilities, multidisciplinary research teams, and strong collaborations with industry, academia, and other national laboratories. We offer robust professional development opportunities, and a competitive benefits package designed to support your career and well-being.

The III-V semiconductor group at NLR is looking for an intern to help develop large area semiconductor processing and characterization as part of DOE’s METALLIC initiative ( (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). ). The intern will assist in processing and characterizing III-V semiconductor materials and devices, including solar cells. The work will involve implementing cleanroom processing of electronic devices including, lithography, metal deposition and chemical etching.

The intern will use characterization techniques such as X-ray, microscopy, current-voltage and optical probing techniques to determine material and device quality of III-V semiconductor devices. The work will allow the intern to gain significant experience in device processing and characterization while helping the III-V team meet research goals.

Minimum of a 3.0 cumulative grade point average.

Undergraduate:
Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a bachelor’s degree program from an accredited institution.

Post Undergraduate:
Earned a bachelor’s degree within the past 12 months. Eligible for an internship period of up to one year.

Graduate:
Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a master’s degree program from an accredited institution.

Post Graduate:
Earned a master’s degree within the past 12 months. Eligible for an internship period of up to one year.

Graduate + PhD:
Completed master’s degree and enrolled as PhD student from an accredited institution.

Please Note:

Applicants are responsible for uploading official or unofficial school transcripts, as part of the application process.

If selected for position, a letter of recommendation will be required as part of the hiring process.

Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.

*** Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.**

• Cleanroom processing experience including lithography and chemical etching

• Experience in characterizing semiconductor materials and devices using, for example, x-ray diffraction, electron microscopy, luminescence techniques, current voltage measurements, or device-specific characterization.

All Candidates will be considered whether or not they meet all the preferred qualifications

The anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.

Job Profile: / Annual Salary Range: $44,500 - $71,200

NLR takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history…