Internship - R&D Finance Analyst

ASML • San Diego, CA

2d • $17 - $53 • Onsite

About The Position

Introduction ASML US, including its affiliates and subsidiaries, bring together the most creative minds in science and technology to develop lithography machines that are key to producing faster, cheaper, more energy-efficient microchips. We design, develop, integrate, market and service these advanced machines, which enable our customers - the world’s leading chipmakers - to reduce the size and increase the functionality of their microchips, which in turn leads to smaller, more powerful consumer electronics. Our headquarters are in Veldhoven, Netherlands and we have 18 office locations around the United States including main offices in Chandler, Arizona, San Jose and San Diego, California, Wilton, Connecticut, and Hillsboro, Oregon. Your Assignment In this role, you will be working with the R&D Finance team and engineering teams engaged in the development of our leading edge EUV technology that supports the latest semiconductor production capabilities. Using our core values of challenge, collaborate and care, you will work on several key projects to help drive the new R&D organization. You will work with the local finance team members and our global finance teams to support processes and tools necessary to support the R&D organization. Support daily finance operations for the San Diego R&D organization while developing a strong understanding of local R&D, finance, and PMO processes. Provide full FP&A support, including financial close activities, project reporting, and performance analysis for R&D functions. Prepare data, models, and analysis to support the annual plan, quarterly forecasts, and other financial planning cycles. Build and enhance reporting, dashboards, and visualizations to improve financial transparency and support project manager decision‑making. Analyze capital investments and ROI and contribute to improving evaluation processes and long‑term financial assessment. Conduct data analysis on prototype returns and material costs to improve forecasting accuracy and cost visibility. Identify and recommend cost‑savings, profitability improvements, and financial optimization opportunities for leadership. Develop and maintain financial databases, models, and processes, supporting special studies, metrics development, and month/year‑end close activities.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Business, MBA, or a related field.
• Proficient with Excel and comfortable working with data and analytical tools.
• Demonstrates leadership experience through academics, work, or extracurricular activities.
• A strong bias for action with a results‑driven mindset.
• Advanced analytical and systems skills, with the ability to translate data into meaningful insights.
• Ability to build effective, collaborative working relationships across teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexibility and comfort working in fast‑changing or ambiguous environments.
• Strong customer‑focused orientation.
• Expert‑level proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Effective multitasking skills with the ability to prioritize shifting demands.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and core financial concepts.
• You must be work authorized in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.
• 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.
• Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role.
• All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.

Responsibilities

• Support daily finance operations for the San Diego R&D organization while developing a strong understanding of local R&D, finance, and PMO processes.
• Provide full FP&A support, including financial close activities, project reporting, and performance analysis for R&D functions.
• Prepare data, models, and analysis to support the annual plan, quarterly forecasts, and other financial planning cycles.
• Build and enhance reporting, dashboards, and visualizations to improve financial transparency and support project manager decision‑making.
• Analyze capital investments and ROI and contribute to improving evaluation processes and long‑term financial assessment.
• Conduct data analysis on prototype returns and material costs to improve forecasting accuracy and cost visibility.
• Identify and recommend cost‑savings, profitability improvements, and financial optimization opportunities for leadership.
• Develop and maintain financial databases, models, and processes, supporting special studies, metrics development, and month/year‑end close activities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern