Spectra-Physics, Ophir, Newport, and Photon Control are brands within the MKS Instruments Photonics Solutions Division. We provide a full range of solutions including lasers for precision industrial and scientific research applications, laser and LED measurement, beam profiling, precision motion control, optical tables and vibration isolation systems, photonics instruments, opto-mechanical components, fiber-optic sensors, and optical elements. MKS Photonics solutions enhance our customers’ capabilities and productivity in the semiconductor, industrial technologies, life and health sciences, research and defense markets.

Are you naturally curious? So are we at MKS. Our collective curiosity drives us to be an innovation leader in many industries. Our products drive technology advancements across a wide range of applications such as 5G, augmented/virtual reality, autonomous vehicles, clean drinking water and space exploration. We are a team of collaborators who value fresh thinking and believe in mutual respect, constructive candor, diversity and inclusion. As a valued and trusted partner to our customers, we are continually pushing the boundaries of possibility. We believe in creating technology that transforms our world and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team. If this is appealing to you, we want to meet you.

Undergraduate Intern / Co-op Program Overview

• 3 to 6 month intern / co-op within a functional area of MKS Instruments that provides students a comprehensive and engaging experience from before your program starts to after the program ends.

• Meaningful work and project assignments

• Networking opportunities with peers and executives

• Exposure to different divisions of the business

• Understanding of MKS Instruments’ commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

We are looking for an exceptional MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING CO-OP/INTERN who can...

• Develop, implement and maintain methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacture or fabrication of parts, components, subassemblies and final assemblies.

• Interfaces with design engineering in coordinating the release of new products.

• Estimates manufacturing cost, determines time standards and makes recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines.

• Maintains records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations.

• Supports efforts for lean continuous improvement projects that support manufacturing and the business .

• Other responsibilities may include prepare test and diagnostic programs, designs test fixtures and equipment, and completes specifications and procedures for new products. Plans the labor, schedules, and equipment required for testing and evaluating standard and special devices.

What will you bring to the team, along with your curiosity:

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree program for Industrial or Mechanical Engineering

• CAD experience with SolidWorks as a preference

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with lean manufacturing concepts is a plus

• Knowledge of Process Improvement techniques

• 3rd or 4th year student desired

• Ability to work on tasks effectively, independently with minimal supervision and in a team environment

• Skilled at retrieving, gathering, and analyzing data

• The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and experience problem solving through engineering methods and techniques

Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be “U.S. persons.” “U.S. persons” are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.

As MKS is a federal contractor, it must comply with the Biden Administration’s federal contractor COVID-19 vaccine mandate if it is reinstated by the courts. Should you receive and accept an offer of employment, you will be asked about your vaccination status.Vaccination is not required at this time to start employment. However, in the event MKS must enforce a mandatory vaccination policy in the future, MKS will not be able to continue to employ workers who choose to remain unvaccinated without an approved medical or religious exemption.

MKS Instruments, 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 has a long history of leveraging their collective curiosity to understand and develop solutions that are at the core of many key technological innovations. These innovations have driven accelerated roadmaps for Semiconductor, Industrial, Life and Health Sciences, Research and Defense markets.