MEMS Photonics Hardware Intern/Co-op (Graduate | Fall 2025 | Hybrid) Job Listing at AMD in Santa Clara, CA (Job ID 53414-en-us)

Description

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING

We care deeply about transforming lives with AMD technology to enrich our industry, our communities, and the world. Our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences – the building blocks for the data center, artificial intelligence, PCs, gaming and embedded. Underpinning our mission is the AMD culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world's most important challenges. We strive for execution excellence while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. 

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An exciting internship opportunity to make an immediate contribution to AMD's next generation of technology innovations awaits you! We have a multifaceted, high-energy work environment filled with a diverse group of employees, and we provide outstanding opportunities for developing your career. During your internship, our programs provide the opportunity to collaborate with AMD leaders, receive one-on-one mentorship, attend amazing networking events, and much more. Being part of AMD means receiving hands-on experience that will give you a competitive edge. Together We Advance your career! 

JOB DETAILS:

• Location: Santa Clara, CA
• Onsite/Hybrid: This role requires the student to work full time (40 hours a week), in a hybrid or onsite work structure throughout the duration of the co-op/intern term.
• Duration: September 8, 2025 - December 12, 2025

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: 

• Responsible for ensuring AMD has the latest and greatest packaging and connector technology available to support future product introductions. 
• Work with our OSAT and packaging material, socket/connector suppliers to ensure our mutual success.
• Design and evaluate packaging test vehicles to ready new technology for product design.
• Typical areas of activity are package design, socket and connector testing, thermal interface materials evaluations, new package platform development, and production support. Advanced Packaging works horizontally to support all AMD product business units.
• Project scoping, supplier interaction, experimental data analysis, and communication through the greater AMD Packaging team. 
• Assist Product Development Engineers in scoping new development projects.
• Evaluate and benchmark semiconductor packaging materials (substrates, thermal interface materials, adhesives, epoxy mold compounds, etc.)
• Work with suppliers and internal team members to analyze experimental reports, apply improvements, and communicate status. Interface with test, failures analysis, design, thermal, and product development engineers to further the project goals.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• You are currently enrolled in a US based University into a graduate program majoring in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Optical Engineering, or a related field.
• If you have knowledge / experience with any of the following technical skills (or related areas) and are enthusiastic about this role, we strongly encourage you to apply – 
  • SolidWorks and CAD background.
  • MATLAB and LabView experience.
  • Mechanical design background.
  • Knowledge of mechanical drawings, general dimension and tolerancing.
  • Lab experience.
  • Experience with low level contact  testing & analyzers.
  • Experience with low level testing & analyzers.
  • Familiarity with packaging structure.
  • Semiconductor theory.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
  • Drive to succeed, we expect our team members to engage with a passion!

WHAT WOULD SET YOU APART:

• Advanced packaging platforms is a plus!
• Knowledge in Optics fundamentals, photonics device, and fiber integration technology is a plus!
• Hands-on and lab experience in optical field is a plus!

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At AMD, your base pay is one part of your total rewards package.  Your base pay will depend on where your skills, qualifications, experience, and location fit into the hiring range for the position. You may be eligible for incentives based upon your role such as either an annual bonus or sales incentive. Many AMD employees have the opportunity to own shares of AMD stock, as well as a discount when purchasing AMD stock if voluntarily participating in AMD's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also be eligible for competitive benefits described in more detail here.

AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.   We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants' needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.