Product Sustainability Intern

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

We are seeking a highly motivated intern to support the development of a data visualization and integration framework linking product Bill of Materials (BOM) structures to sales order configurations for the purpose of performing tool-level Life Cycle Assessment (LCA).

This project will improve our ability to calculate the environmental impact of configured semiconductor tools by connecting engineering BOM data with commercial sales configurations, enabling more accurate and scalable product carbon footprint analysis.

This is a high-visibility project with cross-functional exposure to Engineering, Sustainability, IT, and Commercial Operations.

Key Responsibilities
• Analyze and map product Bill of Materials (BOM) structures across selected tool platforms
• Develop a visualization model to:
• Display hierarchical BOM architecture
• Identify configurable modules and options
• Highlight environmental impact drivers (mass, materials, energy components)
• Create a framework to interface BOM data with sales order configurations
• Support development of logic to:
• Map configured sales orders to material content
• Enable tool-specific Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) modeling
• Assist in identifying data gaps and inconsistencies impacting LCA accuracy
• Collaborate with Engineering, PLM, ERP, Sustainability, and IT teams
• Document system architecture and recommend scalable improvements
• Present findings and prototype tools to leadership

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Project Objectives

By the end of the internship, the intern will aim to:
1. Develop a working visualization of a selected tool BOM
2. Demonstrate traceability between sales order configurations and material content
3. Create a prototype framework enabling automated LCA inputs at tool level
4. Provide recommendations for enterprise-scale implementation

Desired Qualifications
• Pursuing a degree in:
• Environmental Engineering
• Industrial Engineering

• Sustainability or related field
• Strong analytical and data modeling skills
• Familiarity with:
• SQL, Python, or data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.)
• ERP/PLM systems (SAP, Oracle, Teamcenter, etc.) preferred
• Interest in sustainability, product carbon footprinting, or Life Cycle Assessment
• Ability to work cross-functionally and independently

Preferred Skills (Not Required)
• Exposure to Life Cycle Assessment methodologies (ISO 14040/44)
• Experience working with complex hierarchical datasets
• Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing tools or industrial equipment
• Experience handling large structured data sets

Minimum Qualifications

Requires less than 1 year of related experience

Base Pay Range: $33.00 - $39.00 per hour based on pursuit of a Bachelor’sPrimary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLAKLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.

Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [email protected] or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.

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