Company DescriptionAbout Silvaco, Inc.For over four decades, Silvaco, based in Silicon Valley, California and with global locations around the world has solved semiconductor design challenges by offering affordable and competitive TCAD (Technology Computer Aided Design) software, EDA (Electronic Design Automation) software, proven design IP (intellectual property), and world class support to engineers and researchers across the globe. Silvaco solutions span from atoms to systems: starting with simulation of material behavior impacting semiconductor devices, to design and analysis of transistor circuits, and lastly providing IP blocks for systems-on-chip (SoC) designs. Our solutions are deployed in production flows across broad industry segments such as leading display companies, automotive OEM suppliers, and top Memory, 5G, and IoT (internet of things) providers.Job DescriptionSilvaco is seeking talented and motivated interns to provide additional resources to our Computational Lithography Solutions team. This internship offers hands-on experience with state-of-the-art computational lithography tools and workflows, providing exposure to model calibration, mask optimization, and large-scale proximity pattern correction (PPC).Interns will gain practical skills working with wafers, data-driven simulations, and GPU-accelerated software, while preparing for potential full-time opportunities in a cutting-edge semiconductor environment.*This Internship is 100% remote and can be up to one yearINTERNS WILL BE TRAINED IN:How to use Silvaco acuWafer to calibrate modelsUsing Silvaco acuView workbench to simulate contourLearning Silvaco DPPC flowEnhance acuWafer QA suiteHow to apply GPU acceleration in intensity calculationMeasuring and enhancing model calibration performanceLiterature study and preparation of EUVL and rigorous mask simulation (such as FDTD)PROGRAM BENEFITS:This internship provides numerous advantages for both Silvaco and the intern:Supports Foundation IP Team by adding redundancy and mitigating knowledge loss due to attrition.Allows current staff to focus on advanced customer-related projects.Provides critical feedback to the R&D team, aiding future product development.Offers Silvaco tools access to university graduates, preparing them for industry challenges.Brings fresh perspectives and enthusiasm from young engineers.Potential additional support for East Asia, particularly given interest from the National University of Singapore.WHAT INTERNS WILL LEARN:Interns will gain valuable skills, including:The state-of-the-art computational lithography techniques and toolsModel calibration, model-based mask optimization and PPC on large scale of dataQA methodology for performance measurementApplication of GPU acceleration in software developmentQualificationsQUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:Candidates should meet the following criteria:Working toward a PhD degree in Computer Science, Math, or PhysicsGood knowledge of optics/electromagnetics and optimization conceptsGood knowledge of GPU development using CUDA libraries.Programming skills, preferably in C++, TCL, PythonPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Strong communication skills in EnglishTeam playerLayout design conceptsKnowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processAdditional InformationCOMPANY INFORMATIONFor over four decades, Silvaco, based in Silicon Valley, California and with global locations around the world has solved semiconductor design challenges by offering affordable and competitive TCAD (Technology Computer Aided Design) software, EDA (Electronic Design Automation) software, proven design IP (intellectual property), and world class support to engineers and researchers across the globe. Silvaco solutions span from atoms to systems: starting with simulation of material behavior impacting semiconductor devices, to design and analysis of transistor circuits, and lastly providing IP blocks for systems-on-chip (SoC) designs. Our solutions are deployed in production flows across broad industry segments such as leading display companies, automotive OEM suppliers, and top Memory, 5G, and IoT (internet of things) providers.All Silvaco salary ranges are determined by role, level and geographic location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location, role-related knowledge and skills, depth of experience, relevant education or training and additional role-related considerations.Depending on the position offered, equity, bonuses, commission or other forms of compensation may also be provided as part of total compensation package, in addition to full range of medical, financial and other benefits.WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERAt Silvaco, we do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 408.567.1000.
