2026 Fall Engineering/Development Intern/Co-op, Richmond

Undergraduate Intern/Co-op Program Overview

MKS Instruments’ OSP division designs, manufactures, and distributes a wide range of optical sensors and systems to measure temperature and position. These products improve performance and enable innovation for our customers and are used in the semiconductor and other high technology industries. MKS Instrumentsis seeking an exceptional Engineering/Development Intern/Co-op to join the team. In this position, you will play a key role in supporting the development of new technologies and products.Principal Responsibilities

Participate in the design, implementation and analysis of experiments to evaluate and understand the characteristics of precision temperature and position sensing technology and products. Participate in the design, simulation, construction and validation of new test equipment. Learn about and participate in the set up and calibration of optical and thermal characterization equipment.Develop and maintain test documentation, including test plans, test procedures, and test reports. Use statistical analysis software to analyze data and draw data-based conclusions. Required Skills

Enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree program in Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics or relevant majors. Excellent technical, analytical, problem‑solving skills, with systematic analytical interpretation of data and strong attention to details. Good comfort level with hardware, lab equipment and hands‑on troubleshooting.Programming, for example using Python, LabView or MATLAB. Competencies

Excellent time management skills and commitment to meet deadlines. Excellent communication and technical writing skills. Benefits

Global Employee Assistance Program Additional Flex Day Off with Spending Allowance Transit Zone 1 Reimbursement Active Social Committee Programs Compensation

Hourly Pay Rate: $25.00 per hour. Equal Opportunity

MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business. MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: .

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