Work Activities At the Advanced Research Center for Nanolithography (ARCNL), we conduct cutting-edge fundamental physics research at the highest level, contributing to key technologies in electronic chip manufacturing. Our work enables the production of ever smaller and smarter electronics while deepening our fundamental understanding of the inner workings of nature.
One of our key research areas is tribology—the study of contact formation, friction, and wear down to the atomic scale. We conduct high-precision wear experiments to simulate how surfaces used in semiconductor production evolve over time. Vacuum systems are essential in that regard, enabling the precision and contamination-free conditions required for producing advanced chips. Since environmental conditions can significantly impact wear behavior, we perform our experiments in a controlled vacuum environment.
In this project, you will help us develop a Programmable Logic Control (PLC) system with which we can automate the steps needed to simulate appropriate vacuum environments. This project provides valuable hands-on experience in vacuum systems, working in a cleanroom, and PLC programming—highly relevant skills across many industries. You will also collaborate with experts on the instrument, gaining insights into both experimental research and real-world engineering applications.
Qualifications This internship is suitable for students with an applied physics/engineering background, seeking an internship position for at least 4 months.
Work environment ARCNL performs fundamental research, focusing on the physics and chemistry involved in current and future key technologies in nanolithography, primarily for the semiconductor industry. While the academic setting and research style are geared towards establishing scientific excellence, the topics in ARCNL’s research program are intimately connected with the interests of the industrial partner ASML. The institute is located at Amsterdam Science Park and currently employs about 100 persons of which 65 are ambitious (young) researchers from all over the globe.
www.arcnl.nlWorking conditions At the start of the traineeship your trainee plan will be set out, in consultation with your ARCNL supervisor.
More information? For further information about the position, please contact Bart Weber: b.weber@arcnl.nl and .
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Online screening may be part of the selection.Diversity code ARCNL is highly committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment: we want to develop talent and creativity by bringing together people from different backgrounds and cultures. We recruit and select on the basis of competencies and talents. We strongly encourage anyone with the right qualifications to apply for the vacancy, regardless of age, gender, origin, sexual orientation or physical ability.
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