Reliability Engineering Intern

JOB DESCRIPTION

INTERN JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Intern – Reliability Engineering

Hourly Rate: $20.42 - $30.62

Schedule: Monday- Friday 9 am to 5 pm

Location: Beverly, MA

*To support students commuting to our Beverly, MA facility, we offer a travel stipend. See the Commute section below.

Ready to turn what you’re learning in the classroom into real-world impact?

Axcelis is a global leader in ion implantation and semiconductor technology. Our interns don’t just observe—they contribute. For more than four decades, we’ve been driving innovation in semiconductor manufacturing technology, working with the world’s leading chipmakers to power everything from smartphones to electric vehicles. As an intern, you’ll gain hands‑on experience, learn from industry experts, and make a real impact on projects that shape the future of technology.

Our intern program is designed to develop early career talent and build a strong pipeline of future engineers. Students gain hands-on exposure, work on real projects, and make meaningful contributions. Throughout the program, interns will build technical skills, strengthen problem-solving abilities, and gain real -world experience that enhances both their academic learning and future career opportunities.

About the Role
As an intern, you'll spend time working with the Reliability Engineering team supporting both reliability analysis and development during product development efforts, evaluating how and why components or systems fail. You'll be helping set up and run reliability and accelerated life tests, collecting and analyzing performance and failure data, and assisting in root‑cause investigations to improve robustness of many components that make up an ion implanter. You'll help contribute to reliability reports, create and edit test plans and other documentation, and help identify process improvements, while gaining exposure to tools and methods like statistical analysis software, test equipment, and failure analysis techniques. You'll focus on collaboration through engagement with cross‑functional teams — such as design, quality, manufacturing, and field service — to ensure products meet reliability goals and support continuous improvement efforts.

What You’ll Do

• Performing reliability modeling, reliability and quality statistical data analysis and calculations to evaluate new products and assess install base performance
• Performing testing in our Reliability Lab, including setting up fixtures and instrumentation, logging and reporting results including monitoring and maintaining equipment
• Aiding failure analysis and determination of root causes for Axcelis products, disassembling electromechanical assemblies for inspection and analysis, and documenting findings and corrective actions in Failure Analysis reports
• Creating test procedures, reports, and presentations that include data summaries and conclusions
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to increase the useful life and robustness of components and assemblies in a complex system like ion implanter and recommending ways to improve field supportability

What We’re Looking For

• Currently in Master’s degree or PhD programs in Reliability Engineering
• Candidates pursuing Master’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Reliability engineering experience prior to their attendance in the graduate program is preferred.

• Suggested skills or experience:
  • Experience with Reliasoft or HBK software modules and Minitab
  • Python/MATLAB/JMP
  • Hands‑on lab skills
  • Working knowledge of the statistical data analysis
  • Understanding of mechanical/electrical fundamentals
  • Curiosity and willingness to troubleshoot

Why Choose Axcelis for Your Internship?

• Meaningful Work – Work on real projects that make a direct impact on our products, processes, and customers
• Leadership That Knows Your Name – Senior leaders are invested in our intern’s growth and regularly engage with students throughout their assignment.
• Mentorship – Interns are matched with an experienced mentor to help them navigate the company, build connections, and succeed in their role.

Commute Information: 

To support students commuting to our facility, Axcelis provides a $1,000 travel stipend, paid as a lump-sum in the first paycheck. Our headquarters in Beverly, MA, is located directly off Route 128 and just 10 minutes from the Beverly Train Station for those using public transportation. Transportation between the Beverly station and the facility is available through the Salem Skipper rideshare service. You can learn more about routes, schedules, and pricing here: https://city.ridewithvia.com/salem-skipper. 

Location Information:

Our headquarters in Beverly, MA, is located directly off Route 128 and offers free parking. Our facility is just 10 minutes from the Beverly Train Station for those using public transportation. Transportation between the Beverly station and the facility is available through the Salem Skipper rideshare service. You can learn more about routes, schedules, and pricing here: https://city.ridewithvia.com/salem-skipper.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

It is the policy of Axcelis to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment for all persons free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability status, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.  Axcelis will provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a disabled candidate or employee to perform the essential functions of the position, unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the Company.
 

U.S. BASE SALARY RANGE

$20.42 - $35.70

This base salary range reflects the typical compensation for this role across U.S. locations.

Our salary ranges are determined by role and level; individual pay is determined based on

multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, work

location, and internal equity. The range provides the opportunity for growth and progression as

you develop within the role.

Base pay is one part of our U.S. total compensation package which includes eligibility in the

Axcelis Team Incentive bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits package (for regular

employees working 20+ hours a week).