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This position is for IBM Japan.
IBM Research is one of the world’s largest and most influential corporate research labs from fundamental science & technology research to industrial applied research. Especially IBM Semiconductors in IBM Research is focused on the most advanced semiconductor R&D leading with the cutting edge technologies and attracting many attentions in the world.
To accelerate the semiconductor R&D we are seeking intern students. Current focus areas are 1) semiconductor logic and circuit design 2) advanced packaging and chiplet 3) similation technology 4) software development for IT system controling the semiconductor fab and 5) data science for semiconductor. Although the Gate-All-Around nano-sheet transistors are being developed at Albany research site in New York in US researchers in IBM Japan are working together with the US members as one team. During the intern period the intern student will participate in one of the five projects mentioned above work with IBM Japan members to solve the problems and experiece the world-class global IBM Research activities. Depending on the information and theme the intern stunent may discuss with the global team directly.
Period：3 to 6 months negotiable within the period of January 2026 to December 2026
Time：9:00～17:36 (default)
Reduced working hours can be negotiated.
Place: The allocation of personnel is based on the research topic. Further details will be discussed during the interview.
Daily Salary:
18000yen (for master's)」／20000yen (for doctoral students)」(in case housing allowance is unnecessary)
24000yen (for master's)」／26000yen (for doctoral students)」(including housing allowance)
For applicants residing in Japan IBM does not cover relocation cost if you have to relocate from a different location to your assigned location. Similarly international relocation and travel expenses to Japan are also not covered for international applicants. However daily commute allowance will be provided during the course of the internship.
*For non-Japanese nationals:
For foreign residents coming to Japan to participate in our internship please apply at least 4 months prior to the desired start date in order to prepare for the VISA. In addition the internship period must be at least 3 months. (This does not apply to foreign students living in Japan.)
One of the fundamental knowledge described below:
- Semiconductor; e.g. logic design circuit design material process electromagnetics electrical device electrical circuit packaging and chiplet
- Simulation; e.g. mechanical electrical (EMC) thermal fuild dynamics
- Software development; e.g. programing architecture
- Machine Learning; e.g. algorithm theory
Good at team working
Major course experience in university about the semiconductor packaging simulation information technology and machine learning