Software Intern (Data & Automation) at KLA in Milpitas, CA

Summary: KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem, and they are seeking a Software Intern to join their USOPS GCMS team. The intern will support next-generation SmartLab and GCMS workflow automation, working closely with various teams to design and validate software solutions that enhance data quality and reduce manual workloads. Responsibilities: - Support next-generation SmartLab and GCMS workflow automation - Work closely with GCMS owners, manufacturing design engineers and SmartLab developers to design, build, and validate software solutions that improve data quality, reduce manual workload, and enable future AI capabilities Required Qualifications: - At least 2–3 years completed in a four‑year Bachelor's degree program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field - Ability to work onsite five days per week at our Milpitas, CA headquarters Preferred Qualifications: - Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field - Strong software engineering fundamentals, with hands‑on experience in Python (or C++, C#) and SQL - Experience with AI, agent frameworks, and data‑driven tools, including the ability to build backend infrastructure, fine‑tune language models, analyze large datasets, and implement practical AI‑powered workflows - Ability to learn and operate across multiple domains, including computer science, data science, AI, chemistry and material science - Quick learner with strong collaboration skills, capable of working effectively in a fast-paced cross-functional team environment Required Skills: Python, SQL, AI frameworks Important Skills: C++, C#, Data engineering Nice-to-Have Skills: Quick learner, Collaboration skills Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 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, Paid company holidays, Family care and bonding leave