Logo Ryan Hsu

Semiconductor Skills Bridge Academy

Internship at Ohlone College

June 2025 – July 2025

About me

Hi, I'm Ryan Hsu, a student at Ohlone College with plans to transfer to CSU East Bay (CSUEB) or San Jose State University (SJSU) in the future. I am an open-minded and reliable team player who values collaboration and believes that everyone brings unique ideas to the table. My interests include strategy & design, photography, digital art, and gardening.

Robot and Arm
The image shows a robotic arm and robot used for precise, autonomous tasks in semiconductor manufacturing; robot ARM design and image by Ethan.

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

This experience deepened my understanding of robotics and its applications in the semiconductor industry.

This open-source robot project was provided by the YouTube channel (Build Some Stuff). You can learn more about the project by visiting the URL below.

How to Build a 3D Printed Robot Arm Tutorial (Arduino Based) - Part One

Robot and Arm
Lam Research: Play-Doh circuit demo shows how electricity flows semiconductor. The dry plasma etching model demonstrates chip patterning using ionized gas
Robot and Arm
Integrated Technical Solutions: An SEM reveals surface details, like the fine structure of pollen magnified 200x. .

Hands-On Training

The internship offered extensive hands-on training in semiconductor manufacturing processes, including cleanroom protocols, equipment operation, and safety procedures.

Hands-on training occurred at Lam Research and Integrated Technical Solutions.

  • Cleanroom
  • Equipment
  • Safety
  • 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. Known for innovation, Lam plays a key role in advancing semiconductor technology, enabling smaller, faster, and more efficient devices.

Integrated Technical Solutions (ITS)

Integrated Technical Solutions (ITS) provides advanced services for semiconductor manufacturing, specializing in equipment maintenance, process optimization, and technical support. Their work ensures efficient, reliable operations in production facilities, supporting the industry's overall success.

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.

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
  • The opportunity speaking with industry professionals
Poster: Robot Operating System in Semiconductor Production
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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

Volunteer and Leadership Experience

Ohlone College Newark Campus: Outdoor Urban Farm Lab
June 2024
July 2024
Worked at a butterfly garden to support environmental sustainability.
Handled tasks such as weeding and trimming plants to create a better habitat for butterflies in the upcoming season.

Ohlone College Fremont Campus: Basic Needs Resource Center (BNRC)
October 2023
Present
Actively assist in setting up and closing events to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Provide additional assistance to staff as needed to maintain organized and effective resource distribution.
Contribute to the success of the Basic Needs Resource Center (BNRC) by proactively addressing tasks and responsibilities.

Tri-City Volunteers (TCV): Food Bank and Mobile Pantry
October 2023
Present
Take initiative by actively contributing to the community through sorting and distributing food to individuals in need.
Assist with food distribution operations to ensure efficient service.
Support staff with tasks such as check-in, setup, and closing.
Help maintain smooth and organized operations at the food bank.

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 — that I working with others during the internship deepened my understanding of the semiconductor industry.

If you want to learn more about the internship program, please visit the links below