About GlobalFoundries
GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GF makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.
Internship Program Overview:
Our Interns are our talent pipeline for GF across the globe. Our goal is to provide students with meaningful work experience that will equip them with the skills to embark on a career in the fast-paced and growing semiconductor industry after graduation. As an intern at GF, you will experience one-on-one mentorship, work assignments that prioritize your growth and potential, professional development opportunities, and the chance to network with executives.
Project Title:
Optimizing CMP Slurry Utilization: Mass Balance Analysis for Cost Efficiency
Project Objective:
Join our Process Engineering team to tackle one of the most critical challenges in semiconductor manufacturing—reducing slurry waste in Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP). This project focuses on performing a detailed mass balance analysis of slurry flow across CMP operations to: Identify waste points and quantify slurry losses throughout the process. Analyze cost-of-ownership (CoO) gaps and propose actionable improvements. Develop data-driven insights to optimize slurry usage without compromising wafer quality. Collaborate with engineers and leverage real fab data to recommend sustainable and cost-effective solutions.
Project Outcome:
This internship offers hands-on exposure to advanced CMP processes, cost modeling, and continuous improvement methodologies—ideal for students passionate about semiconductor manufacturing, process optimization, and sustainability.
Essential Responsibilities:
Perform a comprehensive mass balance analysis of slurry consumption in CMP processes.
Identify key waste contributors and quantify their impact on overall slurry usage.
Propose cost-of-ownership improvement strategies based on data-driven findings.
Develop a report and presentation summarizing insights and recommendations for implementation.
Other Responsibilities:
Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements, and programs.
Required Qualifications:
Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering or any other related field through an accredited degree program during the time of internship.
Preferred Qualifications:
Have an open mind, ready to learn
Project Management skills
Ability to coordinate with different people
*This application is for students undertaking a 20-24 week credit-bearing internship from June 2026 onwards.
*Please indicate your internship period clearly in your CV/Resume/Cover Letter*
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GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard.
As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities.
All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.
Information about our benefits you can find here: https://gf.com/about-us/careers/opportunities-asia
Information about our benefits you can find here: https://gf.com/about-us/careers/opportunities-asia