Physics | Optics internship: electron-optics simulations and data comparison

Physics | Optics internship: electron-optics simulations and data comparison

Introduction

The ASML-HMI scanning electron microscopy (SEM) tools enable imaging of nm-sized features to measure and control chip processing performance. The drive of the semiconductor industry to continuously produce smaller, more powerful and more energy-efficient chips requires constant innovation of products, including our SEM products, to match chipmaker’s needs. In this respect, ASML Research provides innovative technical solutions to the company’s development and engineering (D&E) teams that allow them to continue their product roadmap. As the ASML Research SEM competence, the SEM Hardware & Applications group provides such solutions to the SEM D&E groups in Delft (for multi-beam tools) and San Jose (for single-beam tools).

Your Assignment

Our SEM tool design and operation relies on advanced simulations of the electron optics in the column. In this assignment you will be working on extending our electron optics simulation capabilities. You will use the existing simulation suite to build further understanding of the impact of electron optics components on the probe. This will entail an investigation into the impact of non-idealities in the column, e.g. offset electron-optics elements, on the probe. You will combine the simulation insights with probe characteristics obtained experimentally to draw conclusions on how to make our simulations resemble better our tools.

This is a Master graduation/apprentice internship that requires a commitment of 4-5 days a week (3 days onsite), with a duration of 6 to 9 months. The start date of this internship is as soon as possible.

Your profile

To be a fit for this assignment, you:

• Are currently a Master's student in Physics, Optics or a related field;
• Are a committed individual with effective problem-solving and communication skills;
• Have some basic knowledge of electron microscopy;
• Have some basic scientific programming skills, e.g. in MATLAB or Python;
• Have an affinity with performing (electron) optics simulations;
• Have good communication skills in English (verbal and written).

Other requirements you need to meet:

• You are enrolled at an educational institute for the entire duration of the internship;
• You are located in the Netherlands to perform your internship. In case you are currently living/studying outside of the Netherlands, your CV/motivation letter includes the willingness to relocate;
• If you are a non-EU citizen, studying in the Netherlands, your university is willing to sign the documents relevant for doing an internship (i.e., Nuffic agreement)

This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the United States Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. § 730, et seq.). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work. Business demands may require ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.

Diversity and inclusion

ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

About Us

ASML is a leading supplier of lithography equipment, used by the world’s top chipmakers to print microchips that are increasingly powerful, fast and energy efficient. Working at ASML is inspiring, no matter what field you're in. That’s because we push the boundaries of technology: if it’s moving the world forward, chances are, we’re behind it. In fact, we’re probably a part of the electronic device you’re using right now.

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