Semiconductor Skills Bridge Academy
Internship at Ohlone College
June 2025 – July 2025
Introduction
The Semiconductor Skills Bridge Academy (SSBA) internship at Ohlone College provided hands-on training in semiconductor manufacturing, robotics, and cleanroom protocols. This program was designed to equip students with the skills needed for careers in the semiconductor industry.
- Semiconductor manufacturing
- Robotics
- Cleanroom protocols
- Career preparation
The internship offered practical experience and collaborative learning, preparing students for future roles in engineering and technology.
Robot ARM design.
Open Source Robot Project
I contributed to a team project to build an open-source robot, assisting with assembly and integration. This project allowed me to explore my interest in robotics and collaborate with peers on innovative solutions.
- Team collaboration
- Hands-on assembly
- Open source robotics
- Industry applications
This open-source robot project was provided by the YouTube channel Build Some Stuff. Learn more about the project and how to build it by watching the video below.
How to Build a 3D Printed Robot Arm Tutorial (Arduino Based) - Part One
Hands-On Training
The internship provided extensive hands-on training in semiconductor manufacturing, including cleanroom protocols, equipment operation, and safety procedures.
Training took place at Lam Research and Integrated Technical Solutions.
- Cleanroom procedures
- Equipment operation
- Safety practices
- Manufacturing processes
These experiences deepened my understanding of the semiconductor industry and prepared me for future roles in engineering and technology.
Lam Research
Lam Research is a leading provider of wafer fabrication equipment and services for the global semiconductor industry. Specializing in etch, deposition, and clean technologies, their tools are essential for producing integrated circuits, memory chips, and other electronic components. Lam drives innovation, enabling smaller, faster, and more efficient devices.
Integrated Technical Solutions (ITS)
Integrated Technical Solutions (ITS) delivers advanced services for semiconductor manufacturing, focusing on equipment maintenance, process optimization, and technical support. Their expertise ensures efficient, reliable operations in production facilities.
Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)
An SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope) uses a focused beam of electrons to produce highly detailed images of a sample's surface, revealing fine structures at high magnification.
Poster Co-Author & Conference Presentation
As a co-author, I contributed to a research poster on robotics in semiconductor production and presented it at a sensor technology conference.
- Collaborative research & writing
- Conference presentation
- Speaking with industry professionals
Skills for Technical and Professional Growth
Technical Skills
- Used Git command line to deploy a website via GitHub Pages
- Comfortable with HTML for basic web design and layout.
- Experienced in using Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive)
- Familiar with Adobe Creative Cloud tools: Photoshop, Lightroom Classic, Illustrator, Premiere Pro
- Some experience with Procreate for digital illustration
- Some experience crafting AI prompts for tools like ChatGPT, Copilot, and NotebookLM
Professional Skills
- Dependable and responsible
- Punctual and committed to deadlines
- Capable of working independently or collaboratively
- Proactive in problem-solving and task ownership
- Motivated to learn and support team members when needed
Thank You
I would like to express my gratitude to the following individuals and organizations for their support and contributions to the Semiconductor Skills Bridge Academy:
- Prof. Rose Margaret Itua, Prof. Shivakumar Mathapathi and Prof. Sumithira Sukumar — For their mentorship and guidance throughout the internship, providing invaluable insights and support.
- Lam Research & Integrated Technical Solutions — For giving me the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in semiconductor manufacturing processes.
- Chipmango — For providing training materials throughout the internship program.
- SEMI foundation — For providing funding to support this program.
- Most importantly, the work and fellow students — Working with others during the internship deepened my understanding of the semiconductor industry.