2027 Spring Process Engineer Co-op - Doctorate (Gloucester, MA)

Location: Gloucester, MA, on-site; 10% travel required. Multiple start dates are available between January and February 2027, with the greatest need for January starts. Duration: 6–9+ months.

Company

hirify.global develops materials science, engineering solutions, semiconductor equipment, and advanced display technologies supporting next-generation electronic devices.

What you will do

• Work hands-on with advanced semiconductor equipment and processes while following laboratory safety procedures, including limited chemical handling.
• Support laboratory and process development through equipment preparation, wafer processing, wafer measurements, metrology, data collection, analysis, and documentation.
• Lead small-scale development projects, analyze experimental results, and present findings to engineering teams.
• Support laboratory and process engineering activities as needed.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Master's or Doctoral degree in Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field; final-year graduate students are encouraged to apply.
• Maintain active student status throughout the 6–9+ month assignment and, where applicable, maintain appropriate work authorization, including approved CPT.
• Good academic standing; a GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale is preferred.
• Hands-on laboratory experience and willingness to work directly with equipment and experimental systems.
• Experience conducting research projects and presenting technical findings.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, written communication, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, learn quickly, and maintain strong attention to detail.

Nice to have

• Experience or coursework in semiconductor processing or manufacturing, device fabrication, wafer processing, metrology, materials characterization, semiconductor film treatment, dry etch, wet etch, material modification, or CVD/PVD film deposition.
• Programming, data analysis, AI-related tools, or software development experience, including Python, MATLAB, C/C++, Microsoft Copilot, or similar technologies.
• Experience in semiconductor process development, semiconductor manufacturing, or advanced laboratory research environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Supportive work culture focused on learning, development, career growth, and innovative solutions.
• Benefits and programs supporting employee health, wellbeing, and personal and professional growth.
• Intern/student position with potential bonus and stock award eligibility, as applicable.
• Relocation eligible; travel required 10% of the time.