Digital Transformation & AI Intern

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

We are seeking a Summer Intern to join our Digital Transformation, AI team to develop agents to support the roadmap for creation of an Autonomous Agent for part failure analysis process.

The intern will contribute to the development of individual AI agents that enable the AR Manager to retrieve relevant case data, gather historical failure data, and validate information accuracy.

Duties

• Support the design, development, and validation of a specific AR Manager AI agent that automates parts of the AR intake, analysis, and decision workflow.

• Build and iterate on agent logic and prompts, including testing agent behavior against real AR data and defined acceptance criteria.

• Assist with data preparation, feature validation, and output evaluation to ensure reliable and explainable agent behavior.

• Develop lightweight prototypes, scripts, or agent workflows (under guidance) to accelerate agent readiness.

• Document agent behavior, edge cases, and validation findings to support UAT and stakeholder reviews.

Required / Preferred Skills:

• Proficiency in Python and SQL for data analysis, validation, and prototyping.

• Experience or strong interest in building AI/LLM‑based agents and prompt‑driven workflows.

• Familiarity with LLMs and agent concepts (tools, orchestration, reasoning steps).

• Strong analytical skills with attention to edge cases and failure modes.

• Clear documentation and communication skills.

​Base Pay Range: $28.00 - $40.00 per hour based on pursuit of a Bachelors and Masters.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires less than 1 year of related experience

Base Pay Range: $0.00 - $0.00

Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA

KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.

Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at talent.acquisition@kla.com<