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Internship in Power Electronics: Reliability of Power Semiconductors (80-100%)

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ABB

6d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Research & Development
    Engineering
  • Zurich

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics, have programming skills, enjoy data analysis, communicate in English, and work well in teams. FE-modeling experience is a plus.
  • You will support research on power electronics reliability, conduct thermal resistance measurements, assist in power cycling tests, characterize devices, and perform microscopy analyses.

Requirements

  • You currently pursue a degree (advanced Bachelor or Master) in Electrical Engineering, Physics or related subject
  • You possess knowledge of programming skills (preferably LabVIEW / MATLAB / Python)
  • You are captivated by data analysis tools and statistics
  • You are at ease communicating in English
  • You are engaged in experimental laboratory work and enjoy working in interdisciplinary fields
  • You are a self-organized team player with the ability to work independently and as a part of a team
  • Experience with FE-modeling is advantageous
  • Non-EU/non-EFTA citizens, please note that a certificate from your university, showing that an internship is a mandatory part of your studies, is required for the visa application

Responsibilities

  • Support technology development and research on reliability of power electronics modules
  • Perform thermal resistance measurements on devices mounted on different printed circuit boards
  • Support power cycling lifetime testing on selected baseplate modules
  • Characterize the devices before and after aging, supervise the test setups and help with the failure analysis
  • Tasks in related reliability topics at package level include SAM, SEM-EDX cross section and microscopy images

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship lasts for a temporary placement of 6 months.

What are the primary responsibilities of this internship?

The primary responsibilities include supporting technology development and research on the reliability of power electronics modules, performing thermal resistance measurements, supporting power cycling lifetime testing, characterizing devices before and after aging, and tasks related to reliability topics at the package level.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates should pursue a degree (advanced Bachelor or Master) in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related subject, possess knowledge of programming (preferably LabVIEW / MATLAB / Python), and have an interest in data analysis tools and statistics.

Is experience with FE-modeling required?

Experience with FE-modeling is advantageous but not required.

What languages do I need to be proficient in for this role?

Proficiency in English is required for this role.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located onsite at ABB's Corporate Research Center in Baden-Dättwil, Switzerland.

What type of work environment can I expect?

You can expect to join a dynamic and high-performing team, where collaboration and independent work are both encouraged.

Do I need a visa to apply for this internship?

Yes, non-EU/non-EFTA citizens will require a certificate from their university stating that the internship is a mandatory part of their studies for the visa application.

Who should I contact for more information about this internship?

You can contact the Talent Partner Angelina Kothe for more information regarding this internship.

Is the internship paid?

The job description does not specify whether the internship is paid. You may need to inquire during the application process for clarification.

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