Introduction

Join ASML's Hardware Development team in Veldhoven and help shape the future of semiconductor technology. Our team designs and validates electronic boards that power cutting-edge lithography systems. For this internship, you will explore how artificial intelligence can automate hardware design processes. Your work will contribute to reducing development effort and accelerating innovation.

Your assignment

You will investigate how AI can translate test requirements into working hardware designs. This includes exploring AI capabilities, training models if needed, and applying them to create a proof of concept. Your main responsibilities will be:

• Analyze test requirements for electronic boards.
• Research AI methods for hardware design automation.
• Train and validate AI models when necessary.
• Design a Test Interface Card as a proof of concept.
• Integrate interfaces between the device under test and test equipment.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers throughout design phases.
• Document findings and propose improvements for future automation.

Your profile

To be suitable for the internship, you:

• Are enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering.
• Have interest in artificial intelligence and electronic board design.
• Are proactive, analytical, and comfortable working independently and hands-on.
• Communicate effectively in English, both written and spoken.
• Preferably have knowledge of interfaces such as RS485, SPI, I²C, EtherCAT, DACs, ADCs, and power supply units.

This is a bachelor or master thesis internship for minimum 4 months, 5 days per week (5 days on-site). The start date of this internship is February 2025.

Other requirements you need to meet:

• You are enrolled at an educational institute for the entire duration of the internship;
• Attach your cover letter with a clear motivation why you are interested in this internship assignment in particular;
• You need to be located in the Netherlands to be 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).

Inclusion and diversity

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 inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.

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