Hardware Intern Advanced Solder Processes

Position: Hardware Intern 2027: Advanced Solder Processes
Location: Yorktown Heights

** Introduction*
* At IBM Research, we are the innovation engine of IBM. Exploring

what's next in computing and shaping the technologies the world

will rely on tomorrow. From advancing AI and hybrid cloud to

pioneering practical quantum computing, we anticipate challenges

and unlock new opportunities for clients, partners, and society.

Working in Research means joining a team that accelerates

discovery at the intersection of high-performance computing, AI,

quantum, and cloud. You'll collaborate with leading scientists,

engineers, and visionaries to push boundaries and turn ideas into

reality. With a culture built on curiosity, creativity, and

collaboration, IBM Research offers the opportunity to grow your

career while contributing to breakthroughs that transform

industries and change the world.

** Your role and responsibilities*
* In this role you will undertake studies of advanced bonding and reflow techniques with potential applications to high performance computing. This role will include significant efforts towards understanding the effects between different package constructions and bonding reflow techniques, providing exposure to relevant packaging analysis methods.

** Required technical and professional expertise*
* Candidate for this role is required to have the following expertise:

* Studies in Physics, Microelectronics/EE, or a related discipline

* Proficient in SMT soldering processes

* Collaborate within a team on the same project

* Analytical skills to assess results of solder joints after solder process.

* Openess to learn new skills and explore innovative ideas.

** Preferred technical and professional experience*
* Candidate for this role would also benefits from the following expertise:

* Advanced studies Microelectronics/EE or physics

* Deep knowledge of SMT assembly processes in respect to soldering

* Solder joint evaluation knowledge to assess quality of the joint and

* Knowledge how to improve solder connection based of different solder alloys and pure composition solders.

* Summarize analytical results and draw comprehensive conclusions.

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.