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Summer Internship - Semiconductor Lab

University of North Texas System

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 5 Jun 2026

💰 $24,000/yr

About the role

Title: Summer Internship - Semiconductor Lab

Employee Classification: Non-Pos Hourly Posting Code

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Science

Department: UNT-Physics-122300

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $12.50 an hour

FTE: 0.48

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

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Department Summary

We're the Department of Physics. We study space, time, energy, and matter at all scales ranging from those describing subatomic particles to the evolution and structure of the universe as a whole.

Position Overview

Summer Research Intern in the Semiconductor Physics Lab.

Minimum Qualifications

Pursuing Electrical Engineering Degree

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Prior research experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. with industry experience in infrared sensors.;

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Valid Texas Driver's License

Job Duties

Characterizing relevant materials for research purposes.
Device fabrication.
Study materials in use during research.
Assess and evaluate results.

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.
Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting or standing.
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another. Operating machinery and/or power tools.
Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Up to 20 hours a week

Driving University Vehicle

Yes

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and re