Internship- Lean, Operational Excellence & Process Coordinator (Co-Op)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 9, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 5, 2026. ASML scores B on the Alion truth index.
Introduction to the Job
ASML US brings together the most creative minds in science and technology to develop lithography machines that are key to producing faster, cheaper, more energy-efficient microchips. We design, develop, integrate, market and service these advanced machines, which enable our customers - the world’s leading chipmakers - to reduce the size and increase the functionality of their microchips, which in turn leads to smaller, more powerful consumer electronics. Our headquarters are in Veldhoven, the Netherlands, and we have 18 office locations around the United States including main offices in San Diego and San Jose, California, Chandler, Arizona, Wilton, Connecticut, and Hillsboro, Oregon.
This position will be part of the Capability Center within ASML Business Services (ABS) US Capability Center (US CC) with a primary focus on Lean and Operational Excellence. The Lean, Operational Excellence & Process Co-Op will be responsible for supporting continuous improvement initiatives, business process documentation, and training support across the ABS organization. Under the direction of the Lean/OpEx Leader, this role assists in the development and deployment of Lean methodologies, Operational Excellence standards, and global business process improvements. The Coordinator will progressively build capability to deliver training, support ABS projects, and contribute to the advancement of process excellence.
Roles and Responsibilities
Lean & Operational Excellence Support
- Assist in the application of Lean tools and methodologies, including 5S, waste identification, value stream mapping, and problem-solving.
- Support Kaizen events, improvement workshops, and problem-solving activities.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of standard work, SOPs, and visual management tools.
- Track improvement actions, verify results, and support performance metric reporting.
Business Process Support
- Support process mapping, workflow analysis, SIPOC creation, and identification of process inefficiencies.
- Maintain accurate and current process documentation within centralized repositories.
- Partner with process owners to understand requirements, handoffs, and improvement opportunities.
Training & Capability Development
- Participate in structured learning to build foundational knowledge of Lean, Operational Excellence, and business process methodologies.
- Assist in developing training materials, job aids, and communication resources for frontline teams.
- Progress toward delivering training sessions on basic Lean and process concepts.
Project Management Support
- Support project managers with scheduling, documentation, meeting coordination, and follow-up activities.
- Maintain project plans, action logs, and risk/issue trackers.
- Prepare presentations, reports, and communication materials for project updates.
Data & Analysis
- Collect and analyze operational and business process data to support improvement initiatives.
- Prepare charts, summaries, and insights for project teams and leadership.
- Assist in monitoring KPIs related to process performance and Operational Excellence program effectiveness.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with ASML Business Services (ABS) teams to understand processes and improvement needs.
- Support change management activities, including communication, training reinforcement, and adoption tracking.
- Serve as a liaison between frontline teams, process owners, and the Operational Excellence program.
Education and Experience
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations Management, or related field; or equivalent experience.
- Foundational knowledge of Lean concepts through coursework, internships, or practical exposure.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage with frontline teams.
- Analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and present findings clearly.
- Demonstrated curiosity, willingness to learn, and interest in process improvement.
Preferred
- Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience with training, coaching, or facilitating small groups.
- Familiarity with business process modeling or workflow documentation.
- Experience with project management tools.
- Prior experience in operations, manufacturing, logistics, or service environments.
Competencies
- Continuous Improvement Mindset
- Communication & Facilitation
- Analytical Thinking
- Collaboration & Relationship Building
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability & Learning Agility
- Problem-Solving
Development Pathway
This role is structured to build capability toward becoming an internal Lean trainer and business process practitioner. Development includes:
- Foundational learning and project shadowing
- Progressive involvement in training development and delivery
- Increasing ownership of process mapping and improvement activities
- Growth into leading small-scale improvement projects independently
Inclusion and diversity
ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.
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