Electron Microscopy Analyst I-IV - Summer Intern

Location:

(HTA) NCP (Hillsboro, OR)

Job ID:

R0128948

Date Posted:

2026-05-01

Company Name:

HITACHI HIGH-TECH AMERICA, INC.

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No Job Description:

WORK STYLE DESIGNATION

Onsite

WORK STYLE REQUIREMENT

100% Onsite

WORK LOCATION

NCP (Hillsboro, OR) Office

EXPECTED PAY RANGE

$29.04 - $53.91 per hour This pay range is for the position's base salary only. This position may be eligible for other compensation including incentive pay and/or allowances. Candidates will receive additional information during the interview and selection process.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

As part of HTA's Semiconductor Equipment Division (SED), the Portland Evaluation Lab (PEL) team provides high quality data and consistent analytical support in the process development cycle ultimately related to sales of Reactive Ion Etch (RIE or Plasma Etch) equipment to the semiconductor industry. We are here to enable our customers to manufacture their next generation computer chips in mass production. The Electron Microscopy Analyst Intern I-IV will work in our productionized lab environment to effectively prepare semiconductor samples for observation and operate a scanning electron microscope (SEM) to collect high-resolution images. They will consult with supervisors, teammates, and engineers regarding routine operational questions, internal pass-down communications, and workflow improvements.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES EMA I-IV

Intern Complete internal training for safe and proficient operation of technical lab equipment. Use a SEM to obtain SE and BSE micrographs. Perform necessary sample preparation techniques to enable subsequent analyses to be conducted on semiconductor wafer samples using various cleaving techniques, ion milling, and thin-film deposition of samples. Build to sustain expected output and quality metrics. Optically differentiate samples and target locations and interpret 'live' 3D structures from reference documentation. Exhibit HTA and PEL values throughout workflow - Safety/Integrity, Customer Focus, Challenge, Collaboration, and Growth. Clearly communicate questions, updates, and abstract concepts in person and via email with peers, supervisor/management, and internal customers. Follow all established workflow steps, including activities such as data updates, proper sample prioritization and organization, and shared-space cleaning. EMA IV Intern Develop healthy rapport with PEs and peers to effectively accomplish work goals. Assist senior team members and/or management with small projects. Engage highly in PEL functional teams and grow responsibilities in the lab, including taking on some leadership tasks. Demonstrate expertise in handling incoming jobs and special requests. Show capacity to train fellow team members. Create and maintain SOPs and lab documentation. Responsibilities require the use of creativity, organization, project management, and leadership expertise.

EDUCATION, LICENSES, AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS EMA I

Intern As a minimum, High school diploma or GED is required; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience in a related field (i.e. experience working with SEMs or productionized lab.) Technical/science education highly preferred - such as Bachelor of Science degree or higher in related field such as Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, Materials Science

EXPERIENCE AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS EMA I

Intern This is an entry level position, and HTA will provide comprehensive on-the-job training. Should have 0-2 years of experience working with various SEMs, optical microscopes and other high-tech or semiconductor equipment to prepare samples and perform imaging analysis. Experience using a SEM is highly desirable. Experience in a high-volume lab or environments like QA, FA, fab etc. preferred. Minimum travel required (