Mechanical Engineering Intern - Summer 2026 (Fremont, CA, US, 94538)

The group you’ll be a part of

Etch mechanical engineering organization.

What you’ll do

Typical job functions and requirements are as follows:

1. Participate in the conceptualization, modeling, analysis, development, documentation, and test/validation of hardware associated with semiconductor plasma etch equipment.  
2. Design parts using metals, ceramics, quartz, plastics, and advanced coatings/platings. Work with potential suppliers to ensure parts can be manufactured in accordance with performance and cost objectives.
3. Documentation to be consistent with ANSI, SEMI, and Lam Standards, as well as best known methods for GD&T; accordingly, knowledge and demonstrated ability to properly utilize them is highly desirable.
4. Perform analytical work in order to characterize and properly specify new and existing designs, including heat transfer, stress, fluid/gas dynamics and manufacturability.
5. Develop and execute test plans that generate characterization data sufficient to understand and validate the performance of the design.
6. Develop and present reports/presentations of excellent quality that communicate design intent, analysis, and validation at design, customer, and supplier reviews.
7. Develop professional skills to progress to higher levels of capability and performance.

Who we’re looking for

Well rounded engineering student with hands-on experience through club activities or labs who is excited about engineering work.

Preferred qualifications

The available position is for a Mechanical Engineer Intern. Education equivalent to a sophomore or junior in a college engineering degree (BS) program is preferred, and preference will be given to applicants with degrees and experience in one of the following fields: mechanical engineering, aero/astronautics engineering, chemical engineering, or materials science.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.