Intern in the Electrical Components Laboratory

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Position Title: Intern in the Electrical Components Laboratory
Location: Noordwijk
Country: Netherlands
Deadline Date: 30 November 2024 23:59 CET/CEST

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The European Space Agency (ESA) is an intergovernmental organization dedicated to the exploration of space. Established in 1975, ESA has grown to include 22 member states and employs over 2,200 staff members. The agency operates across multiple countries in Europe and collaborates with various international partners. ESA's mission is to shape the development of Europe's space capability and ensure that investment in space continues to deliver benefits to the citizens of Europe and the world.

Job Overview:
The internship opportunity is located at the European Space Research and Technology Centre (ESTEC) in Noordwijk, Netherlands, specifically within the Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality. The primary focus of this internship is to engage in quality and reliability testing of Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical (EEE) components. Interns will work closely with laboratory engineers to gain hands-on experience in semiconductor characterization and reliability testing. The internship will cover various topics, including measurement and characterization of integrated circuits, radiation hardness assurance characterization, and dosimetry based on silicon. Interns are encouraged to express their specific areas of interest in their motivation letters, which will guide their project assignments during the internship.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Interns will participate in the setup and execution of measurement and testing protocols for integrated circuits using advanced equipment such as Automatic Test Equipment (ATE), oscilloscopes, and source measurement units. They will also engage in quality and reliability analysis of integrated circuits, including fault localization on electronic devices through techniques like lock-in thermography and photon emission microscopy. Additionally, interns will be involved in radiation hardness assurance characterization, which includes conducting radiation tests on integrated circuits under various environments and programming electronics tests for radiation effects. They will also assist in the development and validation of methods for X-ray dosimetry based on MOSFETs, aimed at measuring dose profiles during CT scan analyses on electronic components and boards.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must be university students, preferably in their final or second-to-last year of a Master's level course. They must remain enrolled at their university for the entire duration of the internship. A background in Electronics Engineering is preferred, along with experience working in a laboratory environment. Knowledge of quality and reliability testing methods is an asset, as well as familiarity with semiconductor characterization techniques.

Educational Background:
The position requires candidates to be enrolled in a university program, ideally pursuing a Master's degree in a relevant field such as Electronics Engineering or a related discipline. The internship is designed for students who are in their final or penultimate year of study, ensuring that they have a solid foundation in the necessary theoretical and practical aspects of the field.

Experience:
While specific prior experience is not mandatory, candidates with experience in laboratory environments and familiarity with electronics testing and characterization will be favored. The internship is designed to provide practical experience, so a willingness to learn and engage in hands-on activities is essential.

Languages:
The working languages of the European Space Agency are English and French. A good command of one of these languages is required for the internship. Additionally, knowledge of another language from a Member State would be considered an asset, enhancing communication and collaboration within the diverse team at ESA.

Additional Notes:
This internship is a full-time position and is part of ESA's commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The agency encourages applications from all qualified candidates, particularly women and individuals with disabilities. The internship is subject to European and US export control regulations, and applicants must be nationals of specific member states or associate member states as outlined in the job posting. The closing date for applications is set for 30 November 2024 at 23:59 CET/CEST.