2025 Summer/Fall Software Engineering Co-op

Undergraduate Intern / Co-op Program Overview-

• 6-month co-op from June 2025 to December 2025 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
  
  

Summary & Objectives:

MKS Instruments i seeking an exceptional Software Engineering co-op to join the team. In this position, you will assist other software engineers in the design, development and implementation of cost-effective production automation software for products that are used in the semiconductor and thin film markets.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Assist in maintaining existing automation platforms (in terms of functionality, reliability and performance)
• Support new automation development initiatives and other critical projects
• Design and develop our internal .NET framework for production automation and backend management
• Collaborate with New Product Introduction (NPI) teams on design, development and deployment of new production software
• Perform root cause analysis on software failures, lead corrective action efforts and communicate results
  
  

Required Skills:

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or relevant majors
• Knowledge of .NET (either VB.NET or C#)
• Familiarity with Python
• Ability to solve complex problems relating to automation and software development
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills and be able to work in an internationally-based, team oriented environment
  
  

Compensation and Benefits:

Hourly Pay Range: $21.00 to 30.0 per hour. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

Benefits: MKS offers a benefits package for interns/co-ops working at least 20 hours per week, including 11 paid holidays, sick time, and 15 paid vacation days accrued on a biweekly basis.

The application period for the intern/co-op position is estimated to be through the end of March 2025; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details.