National Security Solutions (NSS) Semiconductor Research Internship

KBR, Inc. • Beavercreek Township, OH

7d • Onsite

About The Position

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security. We are seeking highly motivated Undergraduate and Graduate students seeking semiconductor research opportunities that provide challenging and meaningful work experience to be a part of our 2026 Intern class. These opportunities directly support the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Oh. This opportunity offers hands-on experience in the fabrication of wide and ultra-wide bandgap semiconductor devices within a cleanroom environment and/or contribution to the electrical characterization of these devices. The selected candidate(s) will learn essential microelectronics fabrication processes and will be tasked with designing and fabricating devices such as field-effect transistors (FETs) and diodes. In addition, the intern will apply solid-state physics concepts to analyze the behavior and performance of their devices through electrical test data. Selected candidates will have the opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals, gain hands-on experience, and build their reputation in this high-demand career field. While prior knowledge of semiconductor physics is not required, the ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong aptitude for learning and applying new concepts in a laboratory setting.

Requirements

• Security Clearance: Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance
• Education: Senior undergraduate or graduate student in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or any other related physical science/engineering/technical degree with appropriate experience
• Computer Literate: must know how to use computers and software applications.
• Experienced with Microsoft Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Self-Motivated: self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Team-Oriented: Capable of collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Communications Skills: have good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze complex issues and develop effective solutions.
• Detail-Oriented: Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical support in engineering, material science, physical sciences, or related field working in such areas as research, design, development, testing, or manufacturing process improvement of semiconductor devices.
• Performs simple routine tasks under close supervision or from detailed procedures.
• Work is checked in progress or on completion.
• Technical adequacy of routine work is reviewed on completion; non-routine work may be reviewed in progress.
• Ability to interpret complex information in a non-technical and engaging manner.
• Identify problematic areas in data and conduct the necessary research to provide a lasting solution.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern