Fall 2026
Advanced DRAM Cell/Device Engineer Intern
Posted on 8/13/2026
Micron Technology
10,001+ employees
Memory and storage semiconductor manufacturer
No salary listed
Boise, ID, USA
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Master's, PhD
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- The candidate must hold an M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Physics, or a related technical field.
- The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of semiconductor device physics, including MOSFET operation, access devices, and capacitor fundamentals.
- The candidate must have experience with electrical characterization, device testing, statistical analysis, and interpretation of large experimental data sets.
- The candidate must be familiar with DRAM operational concepts, including activation, sensing, retention, and disturb mechanisms.
- The candidate must be proficient with data analysis and scripting tools such as Python, MATLAB, JMP, or similar platforms, along with artificial intelligence proficiency.
- Define electrical performance targets for DRAM access devices, capacitors, and cell stack elements, and evaluate new device architectures, materials, and integration schemes.
- Design and execute silicon experiments; perform electrical characterization and statistical analysis to find opportunities for device, process, and design improvements.
- Analyze array-level behavior including sensing margins, activation characteristics, disturb mechanisms, retention performance, and read/write operation interactions.
- Partner with modeling, design, process integration, and manufacturing teams to validate device behavior, optimize technology solutions, and support technology transfer to high-volume manufacturing.
- Apply artificial intelligence-assisted and generative artificial intelligence tools, where appropriate, to enhance data analysis, workflow efficiency, and technical decision-making.
- Experience in DRAM or NAND device development, characterization, or technology research.
- Hands-on experience with technology computer-aided design simulation tools such as Synopsys Sentaurus or Silvaco.
- Knowledge of semiconductor fabrication processes, advanced back-end-of-line integration, reliability mechanisms, and device variation analysis.
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex experimental programs and drive multifunctional alignment.
- Experience leveraging artificial intelligence, large language models, artificial intelligence-enabled analytics, or artificial intelligence-supported engineering workflows to improve research productivity and technical insights.
Micron Technology designs and manufactures memory and storage products, including DRAM, NAND, and NOR flash. These products power devices across computing, networking, automotive, industrial, and mobile markets. The company sells to OEMs, distributors, and end users worldwide and funds ongoing research and development to meet evolving needs. Micron aims to provide scalable memory solutions and maintain an inclusive, growth‑oriented workplace for its employees.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Boise, Idaho
Founded
1978
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Micron reported $41.46 billion fiscal Q3 2026 revenue, up 346% year over year.
- Micron guided fiscal Q4 2026 revenue to $50 billion and gross margin near 86%.
- AI infrastructure demand keeps HBM and data-center SSD supply tight through 2027.
What critics are saying
- YMTC took 14% NAND shipment share in Q2 2026, pressuring Micron’s volume.
- SK hynix leads HBM with 58% revenue share; Micron trails at 21%.
- Micron’s 2023 loss proved memory profits collapse quickly when supply outruns demand.
What makes Micron Technology unique
- Micron is the only U.S.-based memory manufacturer, giving it political leverage.
- Micron’s June 2026 HBM and DRAM contracts lock customer demand into 2027.
- Micron Research Labs in Boise targets memory, compute, packaging, and manufacturing breakthroughs.
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